Protein Shakes
sootie87
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Hi,
I work out 3 times a week. Do these protein shakes really work, suggestions would be great!
I work out 3 times a week. Do these protein shakes really work, suggestions would be great!
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really work? depends on what you expect them to do.
You dont really NEED them, they are just an easy way to get in extra protein and hit your macros0 -
i drink a protein shake after every (almost) work out.
4-6 ounces of fruit juice
1/4 of yogurt
1/2 cup of frozen berries
Banana
dash of salt
1/2 scoop of protein powder
stick it in the blender and enjoy. should make about a 12 ounce fruit smoothie. i drink it about a half an hour after my work out is done.0 -
That depends on what you are trying to get them to do.
I work out 3 times a week too, and I use them after my workout to help replenish and build lean muscle. When I first started working with my trainer, he pointed out how low my protein levels are, so this has really helped with that.
I also like them because its something sweet I can have as a treat, and its got its benefits too. I don't rely on them for "weight loss".0 -
I agree with Sunshine...Some like to have them for meal replacements for those that are on the go. Easy to make or just open a can/bottle and there you go.0
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To build muscles your target should be 1g of protein for every pound of bodyweight (or at least lean body weight, depending on your size). Protein shakes can help you hit that. I prefer shakes with <5g carbs. My ratios are in my sig.0
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really work? depends on what you expect them to do.
You dont really NEED them, they are just an easy way to get in extra protein and hit your macros
Spoken like a true prodigy. OP listen to this person.0 -
Shakeology for meal replacement and/or snack and results & recovery for after workout! LOVE them!!0
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Just heard they are good to fill you up, low in calories. I feel hungry during the day and snacking on fruit etc doesnt really do it for me, and i havent got time to eat during the day. Thought it may help energy levels??0
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I only recently started drinking them. I use them on days when I see that there is no way I'm gonna hit my protein targets. I'm doing 40-30-30 ratio now because looking back over my diet, I wasn't even hitting MFPs ridiculously low targets. I'm not a huge meat fan and carbs are my personal crack, so the protein shake I use (CVS whey powder) just helps to supplement my diet.
LOL- this is what I expect them to do, and they are working wonders at it!0 -
I now have a pea protein one after my workouts and have found that it has really helped reduce my soreness the next day. I am allergic to whey protein so make sure you check which one you are using...still low in carbs and fat and full of protein helping me stay full afterwards (When I workout I find I am starving afterwards - no matter when I eat - but do not like having my main meal after workingout).
i always have a small supply of ready to go ones on hand (especially at work) for those really busy days when I either too busy to stop and eat properly or feel the need for an extra snack (mostly that 3pm pick me up something sweet thing).
So overall, they are a good option for me. Have no idea if they are really "helping" me lose weight or not. I just know that I am shrinking!0
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