Protein powder & questions

ummsmiley

Hello. I'm starting my lifestyle change tomarrow and have a few questions. I have about 70lbs to lose.I bought two protein powders to try. One is target brand 160 cal, 25g of protein and the other is EAS lite 100 cal, 15 g of protein. Do those of you that do a protein shake drink it before or after workouts? I plan on working out at 6 am. Should I eat breakfast before or after I work out? Can the protein shake replace breakfast or should I still eat a bowl of oatmeal or something.Lastly, how much water should I be drinking. I'm really terrible about drinking water so I need a goal for daily water intake.

focusedfitness123

I like to have a protein drink about an hour before a workout and then immediately after as well. I would recommend you start with the EAS before working out as probably has more carbs (for energy), and the Target brand after (for muscle synthesis). JMO

FFfitgirl

I do half a shake before a workout and half after. Then a mid morning snack.

livingleanlivingclean

i don't drink protein shakes.

I use protein (less than a serve) in a "bread/cake" I make for dessert, but otherwise get most of my protein from food

If I train early, I don't eat beforehand - I have bcaa's though, and a coffee with coconut oil and gelatin blended through . i'll have breakfast afterwards that is focused on protein and carbs. if I train in the evening, replace "breakfast" with dinner

using protein powder isn't going to help you achieve your goals. sticking to your macros will help you achieve your goals, whatever they may be.

FitMolly182

protein powder is a supplement, and that's how I use it. To supplement. I mix a half a scoop of protein into my oatmeal, or I'll freeze a banana and then mix it in a blender with protein to make ice cream. I just use it to add extra protein to my diet. I started eating way less meat after seeing some documentaries, and needed extra protein. Always ways to get everything from "real food" though.