Anyone else doing protein shakes??

HealthyJess88

I used Horley's Sculpt at the moment for breakfast to save time, and I'll have one after a workout if I've gone longer or harder than usual

juliekaiser1988

And to answer other questions on this thread:

I just use EAS products or Premier Nutrition brand. I like them both, and I always use whey, not soy or other forms of protein.

I love adding vanilla EAS powder to 6 oz water, 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries, 1 tablespoon flaxseeds, half a banana, and lots of ice. Blend into a nice thick shake. It tastes awesome, the flax keeps things "moving", and I feel full for quite a while. Plus protein is our friend.

I drink shakes at least three meals a week, some weeks much more often. I use them as a meal replacement when I'm not overly hungry, but I know I won't be home for a while (grocery shopping day is usually one of those times). I'll also make a double chocolate milkshake as a treat at night when I still have calories left for the day. Who needs cookies or other crap at night when you can have chocolatey creamy goodness in the form of protein instead? Yumm-O!!

juliekaiser1988

Understand that "I come from" popular BODYBUILDING forums and we (to be honest with you) make fun of people like you all (though I don't) who are out of shape and buy supps, go to the gym, buy Zumba dvds........

Get it? I laugh at all your little comebacks. I'm so far ahead of you people in terms of "fitness knowledge" that you all should be calling me "God". It's hilarious how 40yo overweight women have the nerve to call me a troll.

Why in the world do you come to this site, let alone this thread, if you are so superior to everyone here? So glad my body builder husband is NOTHING like you. Never was. He is a wealth of information and is a terrific trainer to our son who is an outstanding athlete.

And really, people like you're describing- making fun of people going to the gym, buying Zumba dvd's, etc- at least they're doing something, albeit successfull or not- to try and improve their situation. I feel sorry for you and your kind. Ever hear of karma? It's a b i t c h.

taunto

Ignoring all this screaming and shouting

@OP: I use them. Alot of my trainer friends, who've btw produced world champions, have recommended that I add that into my diet. Its specially good if you're doing strength training.

Personally, I think 2 shakes a day might be alot depending on how much workout you're doing and how hard you're doing it. I myself use it only on days when I do strength training and usually right after a workout. Keep in mind that it's got good amount of calories in itself.

Try a chocolate shake with low-fat milk after a workout! Its freaking delicious!

jaysonhijinx

Personally, I only use a protein supplement when I'm doing strength training so usually 2-3 times a week and when doing a lot of more intensive cardio (I have basketball training on Wednesday nights which includes a session of HIIT and then another 2 hours of social pick up games). Any other times I'll make sure protein is consumed via normal meals throughout the day.

I'll stress the point that this is just me personally saying what I do personally and in no way am I saying what others do is wrong. I'm no fitness trainer or nutritionist, but I have done a bit of reading on my own and do work with a few guys who are amateur body builders.

Maz9624

I am using them as meal replacements twice daily.

But isn't the point of this site to re-educate your system, learn to have healthy food choices and cook from scratch to get a healthy intake? I'm concerned for you that two chocolate shakes a day isn't going to do that, and whilst you might lose the weight, how will you maintain once you get to goal?

Debbe2

Have a protein shake every morning. Thoroughly enjoy it and feel satisfied for hours. I wake up looking forward to it.

yojaseyrae

this guy is hilaaaaaarious!

right, i'm not an "ignorant" person...i'm a semi-professional fitness model and am training to compete in fitness and figure competitions...this guy is talking out of his a**

LET ME CLEAR THIS UP FOR EVERYONE...if you see this guy's profile, in his inspirations he lists "steroid/hgh abusing celebrities" ...AND THERE WE HAVE IT. if you want that kind of body without supps or going to the gym, ABUSE STEROIDS. i personally don't want to shove my body full of drugs like steroids and certainly not to "abuse" them...so i drink protein shakes and work the **** out.

that's why this guy is telling you not to drink protein shakes...he doesn't need to because he's a 'roid head, nice ooone!

and if you're really on this site it pick up fitness chicks, acting like a ****head turns off ANY woman, no matter what their weight.

see you later mate

thpeek

I love the Muscle Milk Lite flavors pre-mixed. I don't like the powder, always taste chalky to me. I drink Muscle Milk as a meal supplement, usually in the morning because my stomach can not handle food until I have been awake a few hours. I have a hearty lunch with the bulk of my daily calories and a small dinner. Sometimes I just don't get hungry so instead of skipping a meal I will drink it!

akiramezu

I don't know why everyone is raging at each other, and after reading this whole thread, MachineMadeIn is hot headed but he is pretty much right when it comes to protein shakes being for athletes and body builders because it serves a purpose. To get quick absorbing protein for recovery and what other reasons there are i can't be bothered listing. However, despite whey protein and such being first used by body builders and athletes, there's absolutely nothing wrong with normal people using them to replace meals. Whey protein in general is just another source of 'food' in my opinion, and even though eating whole unprocessed fresh protein (chicken breast, steak, turkey, fish etc) is much more thermogenic than whey protein itself, in the end, people can do what ever they want.

But weight loss is dead simple. eat a calorie deficit and exercise, no need to use supplements. supplements are used to SUPPLEMENT your usual diet with the missing components that it lacks. If you're not getting enough protein from whole lean protein sources, sure, have a shake. But if you are able to afford and prepare your meals with lean meats and vegetables, don't waste your money on supplements.

So everyone, don't get all butt hurt and offended by people's opinions or the scientific fact that they give you which has been proven with hard research and studies. DO WHATEVER YOU WANNA DO

mrseelmerfudd

i use protein shakes, im extremely sporty (in fact its my job! im a sports development officer) and i never get enough protein in my diet, and wanted to keep an muscle i have while losing weight as i do kickboxing and so would like to keep the muscle i have anyway i use phd diet whey, and it means im getting enough protein in my diet (whereas i wasnt before) and im losing weight, which is even better lol!!

TinnedTuna

I am using them as meal replacements twice daily.

doubt you'll be keeping that up for to long,
maybe once a day but twice will be hard going
i only use the if i'm exercising that day but but as others have said what ever works for you'
and good luck anyway

Aleciajones

I drink one some days after I exercise. Got the body fortress to try from reading posts here.

Sidesteal

Not sure what all the fuss is about.

Here is my opinion on this:

1) Physique =/= good information. I can show you lean and jacked bodybuilders that don't know *kitten* about nutrition and I could show you a normal looking old guy or a few posters with no .avi to back up their claims, yet they know exactly what they are talking about.

2) I would agree that "most" bodybuilding supplements actually are pretty much useless, or at the very best they are good under limited circumstance. I personally don't use anything aside from whey protein and a multi. There are a few supps that have some effect and there are a lot that don't really do much of anything aside from sucking a hole in your wallet.

The supplement industry, unfortunately, will push useless things on everyone, IMO.

3) Whey protein is a protein source. It's not useless but it's also only necessary to meet protein deficiencies in diet, or to make it easier to hit protein targets.

The problem comes in when people assume that the inclusion of whey protein, to an already sufficient diet, is going to suddenly bring muscle mass or cause weight loss and that's just silly.

Whey tastes good and is convenient and helps you reach your protein target. If you can hit your protein target with foods, there's no need to use whey. But it's not arbitrarily useless, it's a food source.

WilliamsPeggy

I do a whey protein chocolate shake with almond milk & a banana after a long run.

androde

I use protein shakes, mostly at the weekends when I like to give my digestive system a break from all the solid food I've eaten during the week

snookumss

Not sure what all the fuss is about.

Here is my opinion on this:

1) Physique =/= good information. I can show you lean and jacked bodybuilders that don't know *kitten* about nutrition and I could show you a normal looking old guy or a few posters with no .avi to back up their claims, yet they know exactly what they are talking about.

2) I would agree that "most" bodybuilding supplements actually are pretty much useless, or at the very best they are good under limited circumstance. I personally don't use anything aside from whey protein and a multi. There are a few supps that have some effect and there are a lot that don't really do much of anything aside from sucking a hole in your wallet.

The supplement industry, unfortunately, will push useless things on everyone, IMO.

3) Whey protein is a protein source. It's not useless but it's also only necessary to meet protein deficiencies in diet, or to make it easier to hit protein targets.

The problem comes in when people assume that the inclusion of whey protein, to an already sufficient diet, is going to suddenly bring muscle mass or cause weight loss and that's just silly.

Whey tastes good and is convenient and helps you reach your protein target. If you can hit your protein target with foods, there's no need to use whey. But it's not arbitrarily useless, it's a food source.

I second that

I use whey I'm guessing 6-7 days a week Some days more than once... It doesn't make any difference to me if I eat a protein drink or chicken... its still protein. Its just more variety and convenience in my case! Some taste awful, I've just found a tasty chocolate one the other week! Regular people can use them for dietary supplements just like fitness models and such...

Concerning the thing about maintaining after you've lost weight after drinking protein shakes: I personally could drink a protein drink for the rest of my life. It will be a regular aspect of my grocery bill. Why is it not feasible to use them now as a meal replacement for somebody? Its not normal, but neither is an average healthy weight in my opinion. Just because my parents never drank them, doesn't mean I wont make them for my kids and it be a normal thing in my household. I think once you've learned to use them that they can be a perfectly fine source of protein here and there.

numee2012

i have some maxitone but i really dont enjoy them has anyone tried them with milk as im considering trying that rather than water....i even put the tub on my worktop today and opted for toast instead ooooops need to use it really

modernmom70

I use protien shakes for recovery after lifting.

2Bgoddess

I do them as snack replacements, especially on work out days

Ciers

protein shakes are really good, I like the peanut better

tito_diaz

I don't know why everyone is raging at each other, and after reading this whole thread, MachineMadeIn is hot headed but he is pretty much right when it comes to protein shakes being for athletes and body builders because it serves a purpose. To get quick absorbing protein for recovery and what other reasons there are i can't be bothered listing. However, despite whey protein and such being first used by body bu ilders and athletes, there's absolutely nothing wrong with normal people using them to replace meals. Whey protein in general is just another source of 'food' in my opinion, and even though eating whole unprocessed fresh protein (chicken breast, steak, turkey, fish etc) is much more thermogenic than whey protein itself, in the end, people can do what ever they want.

But weight loss is dead simple. eat a calorie deficit and exercise, no need to use supplements. supplements are used to SUPPLEMENT your usual diet with the missing components that it lacks. If you're not getting enough protein from whole lean protein sources, sure, have a shake. But if you are able to afford and prepare your meals with lean meats and vegetables, don't waste your money on supplements.

So everyone, don't get all butt hurt and offended by people's opinions or the scientific fact that they give you which has been proven with hard research and studies. DO WHATEVER YOU WANNA DO

Good point. As harsh as that first guy was he kinda has a point. I cringe everytime someone says oh I bought this or am trying this because I have seen this on tv. Nothing will work without a strong mind and will power. No matter how many miracle pills or fad diets you try. Never say im gonna try to lose weight, im gonna start my diet on Monday..........live the lifestyle, pace yourself, you can do it! That being said I use a specific protein to help muscle pain from heavy lifting. I don't use anything else. If you haven't seen the movie bigger stronger faster I suggest you give it a shot. It touches on supplements and howthey work lol

kosygirl67

no can't stand taste of them! prefer to make my own yogurt shakes when I do have 'em

feel free to add me as well!

fatzombiegirl

Jay Robb Whey Protein Vanilla (1 scoop), 1.5 cups fat free milk, 2 TB unsweetened cocoa, and 1 TB flax meal. This is my breakfast every day. I've lost 32 pounds since October.

AlmstHvn

The one that has the best taste....to me...is Designer Whey...It's only 100 cal for a scoop.

I use that one, too! I also like the Shaklee chocolate. My usage of them varies. For awhile that was my morning meal. Now I have them primarily as a post-workout snack to up my protein for the day. Then there are days like yesterday - I had a particularly calorie-laden lunch and did NOT feel like eating dinner, but needed something in my belly. A shake was just the thing.

If it works for you and is healthy, as these are, why not use them

runningdiva77

yes I do! i like to eat it with a little bit of water so it tastes fudgy... like cake batter.. hehe.... i usually eat it with a carb like a fruit post workout

HorrorChix89

I drink Six Star Whey in Vanilla. Love it in Almond Milk. Add a little strawberries and it's so yummy.

k8lyn_235

I want to. But there is so many different brands that I dont know what to buy lol

^^agreed!

sugarbear16

If you like chocolate, try the chocolate almond butter. It's delicious.

spinqueen72

I do!!!!!
I have one right after I wake up, one after a workout (or around 3-4 p.m. when I'm the hungriest), and I have 2 scoops right before bed!

You can add me if you want to!

I also have a group: LIFE IN GENERAL...if interested! Our journeys through life shouldn't ALL be about counting calories and exercise! Come join and post whatever you like..pictures, advice, music, etc.