Is it ok to have a protein shake to hold me over on some day

Chiller208

I dont do it everyday but sometimes I drink a protein shake to fill me up to get through the day so I dont kill my diet that day. I do work out cardio 4 to 5 times a week but I don't do weight training. I just started doing this atleast I thought it was a good idea I drink a shake that has 30 grams of protien and only 160 calories. Does anyone have any good advice???? Thanks let me know

Acg67

I dont do it everyday but sometimes I drink a protein shake to fill me up to get through the day so I dont kill my diet that day. I do work out cardio 4 to 5 times a week but I don't do weight training. I just started doing this atleast I thought it was a good idea I drink a shake that has 30 grams of protien and only 160 calories. Does anyone have any good advice???? Thanks let me know

My advice, lessen cardio, start serious strength training. get about 1g of protein per lb of lbm

myurav

i think it's completely fine to have a protein shake when you don't have many healthy options that are available. one of the reasons that some health professionals advocate protein from a natural source (greek yogurt, eggs, meat, etc) is because of the thermic effect that it has on your body. when you eat protein naturally, your body uses up 30% of the energy it provides to digest it. however, if you have processed protein (protein shake, protein bar), you don't use as much energy to digest the food.

if you find yourself getting hungry regularly (i'm the same way), i would suggest carrying around snacks with you. easy snacks could be some almonds or other nuts, or a granola bar. if you work at an office with a fridge, i would recommend some greek yogurt for protein or even peanut butter on an apple. all of these choices are around 150 cals and more natural.

good luck!

gp79

I don't see anything wrong with it, however do some research into what protein powder you are buying. Something along the lines of a meal replacement powder might be better suited since it's going to have a better balance of carbohydrates, fats and protein compared to a whey powder which is going to be primarily protein.

I like to add oats for carbohydrates and peanut butter for fat. It allows me to control the macros and come up with something that fits my nutrition goal. Currently I have 1 of these per day (for the next 7 weeks) simply out of convenience and necessity to eat.