Protein Shakes

pittielover23

Hey everyone!

I have realized that I really like drinking a protein shake in the morning after my morning workouts (as a meal replacement for breakfast), but I want to make sure I am doing the right thing. I certainly don't want to gain any weight and I want lean muscles, not big huge muscles. I am a beginner at everyhing, and am currently working my way throuh 30 Day Shred (on day 15). I plan to continue with the cardio/strength training regimen after I finish as well.

A GNC employee recomended the Amplified Whybolic Extreme 60, which tastes great, but it is pricey and I am not sure if that is really what I need. What would you guys reccommend?

lovetowrite73

I got duped into buying that when I first went out to buy protein powder. No, you do not need to spend that much on protein powder. I believe that particular powder is geared towards weight/muscle gain. I would go on bodybuilding.com and order the Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey powder (I'm partial to chocolate anything).

I drink a protein shake after my workout but as a recovery drink. I still eat breakfast. I would think that only having a protein shake for breakfast (if you're not adding more in there) isn't sufficient enough.

irisannRN

Hey there. I have the wheybolic extreme 60 and my husband and I love it. We have the banana and strawberry flavors.

eillamarie

My first advice is to stay away from GNC. They support a lot of extreme weight loss strategies & their pills & powders often contain controversial ingredients. Go into your local health food store & ask to see the powders they carry. The store I used to frequent was run by a marathon runner, so she knew exactly what a body in training needs! I ended up getting a powder that GNC also carries, but I wasn't bombarded with adds for unsafe diet pills, etc. and I was supporting a healthy local business.

edorice

I just bought Pro 5 from Nutrashop, it is very low carb and over 30 grams protein. The banana flavor is delish.

145 calories per scoop, 32 grams protein, 2 carbs, 1 gram fat, 1 gram sugar.

pittielover23

I got duped into buying that when I first went out to buy protein powder. No, you do not need to spend that much on protein powder. I believe that particular powder is geared towards weight/muscle gain. I would go on bodybuilding.com and order the Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey powder (I'm partial to chocolate anything).

I drink a protein shake after my workout but as a recovery drink. I still eat breakfast. I would think that only having a protein shake for breakfast (if you're not adding more in there) isn't sufficient enough.

The Wheybolic Extreme is 280 cals, so that plus coffee keeps me really full until lunch (but I eat lunch early). If I could find a protein powder that was less cals, I would certianly keep eating a light breakfast as well!

chuckyp

A lot of those expensive powders have a lot of supplements that really only bodybuilders would care much about. If you're mainly concerned about the protein, they almost all use whey protein. Costco sells a few types for good prices. I personally use the individual ready-to-drink Muscle Milk Light for post-workout, but they also have bagged whey protein powder that is very cheap for how much is in the bag. Just find one that has a taste and texture that you like.

lovetowrite73

I got duped into buying that when I first went out to buy protein powder. No, you do not need to spend that much on protein powder. I believe that particular powder is geared towards weight/muscle gain. I would go on bodybuilding.com and order the Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey powder (I'm partial to chocolate anything).

I drink a protein shake after my workout but as a recovery drink. I still eat breakfast. I would think that only having a protein shake for breakfast (if you're not adding more in there) isn't sufficient enough.

The Wheybolic Extreme is 280 cals, so that plus coffee keeps me really full until lunch (but I eat lunch early). If I could find a protein powder that was less cals, I would certianly keep eating a light breakfast as well!

I would definitely check out the Optimum Nutrition or EAS 100% Whey protein powders. The one thing I didn't like about the Wheybolic is that you had to use 3 scoops and there was just too much protein. I mean, can the body really process all of that protein at one time? My body does very well using plain ole whey after a workout.

jvkh127

I researched the Jay Robb's Whey protein powder and also asked some people on here and some agreed it was good. It is less calories (110 calories I think it was) and does not have the added sugar and fat. I think it is sweetened with Stevia. I havent tried it yet but I am picking it up today actually. Someone said it was expensive. I checked and it said $23 for 12 oz package. I'm going to check it out though. Good Luck!!

rmsrws

I also have a protien shake for breakfast. I am using the GNC pro performance 95. It is a soy bsed protien. I also add to it, liquid egg whites, carnation instant breakfast,soy milk in place of water, and another protien supplement. I try to get the bulk of my calories from protien.

crystalinda

My bootcamp trainer suggests always having a protein shake within 20 minutes of a work out, this will help replenish your body and will prevent your body from going into starvation mode and breaking down muscle mass. I also read this somewhere else the other article also suggested having a light protein rich snack before the work out (like half a protein bar) to fuel the work out ahead.

lovetowrite73

Here's the info for the ON 100% Gold Standard Whey (and they have TONS of flavors):

Cals: 120
Fat: 1g
Sat. Fat.: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 60mg
Total Carbs: 3g
Sugars: 1g
Protein: 24g

pittielover23

Awesome, thank you all SOOO much. I looked at all the recs and settled on trying AES 100% Whey Protein (got a great deal on Amazon). I will try the small size and see if I like it. If not, I will move on to a different kind.

I appreciate all your imput!

lovetowrite73

That's my mainstay powder (EAS) - it's really yummy. But the ON has more flavors. And now I'm going on Amazon to see what kind of deals they're having. :laugh: Hope you like it!!

pittielover23

That's my mainstay powder (EAS) - it's really yummy. But the ON has more flavors. And now I'm going on Amazon to see what kind of deals they're having. :laugh: Hope you like it!!

If I like it I am totally doing the subscribe and save. I do that on so many things and LOVE it. Save money and don't ever have to worry about ordering? Love it

voginma

I like Gaspari Nutrition MyoFusion Vanilla Whey Protein. It is the best tasting protein I have come across.