Protein shakes at night? Good or Bad?

cochilles

Ideas folks

iKristine

If I need protein to fill my 40/30/30 and have 150 cals to down then sure. But not if it drives me over my cal goal for the day,


I don't think pm eating matters as long as total cals dont exceed total expense

bry_all01

very good, helps repair muscles

KiyaK

My protien mix says there are three times that are the most effective to take it: first thing in the morning, right after a hard workout and right before bed. Just the opinion of the box, lolol.

LeanMeanFitnessMachine

If I need protein to fill my 40/30/30 and have 150 cals to down then sure. But not if it drives me over my cal goal for the day,


I don't think pm eating matters as long as total cals dont exceed total expense

Actually, pm eating does matter. You're supposed to avoid eating 2 hours before you go to bed so that you can get a better nights sleep. If your metabolism is up and running full force when you're trying to sleep, you won't get the much needed REM sleep needed for better weight loss results.

jmxxiiii

good.

I prefer it for my breakfast though.

writtenINthestars

If I need protein to fill my 40/30/30 and have 150 cals to down then sure. But not if it drives me over my cal goal for the day,


I don't think pm eating matters as long as total cals dont exceed total expense

Actually, pm eating does matter. You're supposed to avoid eating 2 hours before you go to bed so that you can get a better nights sleep. If your metabolism is up and running full force when you're trying to sleep, you won't get the much needed REM sleep needed for better weight loss results.

That's an opinion, not a fact.

bry_all01

If I need protein to fill my 40/30/30 and have 150 cals to down then sure. But not if it drives me over my cal goal for the day,


I don't think pm eating matters as long as total cals dont exceed total expense

Actually, pm eating does matter. You're supposed to avoid eating 2 hours before you go to bed so that you can get a better nights sleep. If your metabolism is up and running full force when you're trying to sleep, you won't get the much needed REM sleep needed for better weight loss results.

That's an opinion, not a fact.

Exactly. Time of day does not matter, even if it is right up to right before you go to sleep. There is no negative affect.

Tujitsu56

From what I've found, pm eating doesn't matter either. Go ahead and drink the protien, your muscles need it.

rocketpants

If you are trying to build lean body mass it is Good! Muscles are repaired and grown at night. Try to get cassian protein or egg white protein as they are slower release than whey.

Sidesteal

Actually, pm eating does matter. You're supposed to avoid eating 2 hours before you go to bed so that you can get a better nights sleep. If your metabolism is up and running full force when you're trying to sleep, you won't get the much needed REM sleep needed for better weight loss results.

This is a long standing dietary myth that still hasn't diet out ^

OP: It doesn't matter when you have your protein shake or if you have one at all provided that you are able to intake sufficient protein for the day. Focus on end-of-day totals and disregard nutrient timing outside of the context of personal preference and gym performance.

CMmrsfloyd

If you have extra calories you need to consume and feel like you want some protein but don't want to eat it in solid form, I say go for it. :-)

chocolateandvodka

Seems like lately i've been craving one every night. And then i still wake up wanting more!

Indy_Mario

Yeah, I love having my protein shaken at night. It's such a great feeling, specially when it's loaded with all the right nutrients

morganhccstudent724

Seems like lately i've been craving one every night. And then i still wake up wanting more!

I heart you

Rachaelluvszipped

I love them!! In fact I had one last night ;-)

catherine4211

Seems like lately i've been craving one every night. And then i still wake up wanting more!

A protein "shot" or "shake".....................??????

tnic86

If I need protein to fill my 40/30/30 and have 150 cals to down then sure. But not if it drives me over my cal goal for the day,


I don't think pm eating matters as long as total cals dont exceed total expense

Actually, pm eating does matter. You're supposed to avoid eating 2 hours before you go to bed so that you can get a better nights sleep. If your metabolism is up and running full force when you're trying to sleep, you won't get the much needed REM sleep needed for better weight loss results.

As long as you are within your calories for the day, it does not matter what time you eat.

screwtop_gangsta

Oh goodness, I love protein shakes! They're the best! I don't care what time of the day it is, I just want to take one, and another, and another. Sometimes I think the dispenser is gonna break!

screwtop_gangsta

Yeah, I love having my protein shaken at night. It's such a great feeling, specially when it's loaded with all the right nutrients

Oh yes, life giving nutrients!

Sh1tsRainbows

Seems like lately i've been craving one every night. And then i still wake up wanting more!

Morning Noon and Night!!!!! :flowerforyou:

BeeElMarvin

Oh goodness, I love protein shakes! They're the best! I don't care what time of the day it is, I just want to take one, and another, and another. Sometimes I think the dispenser is gonna break!

Careful with the dispenser!