Protein Powder

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  • KayteeBear
    KayteeBear Posts: 1,040 Member
    I forgot to mention about the sore muscle! One of the reasons I started it was to help with sore muscles. And boy does it help! I had a very active job that used my upper body a lot and my arms/shoulders/back were CONSTANTLY sore and when I started adding protein powder to my smoothies it helped soooo much! It was a lifesaver since I usually felt like my shoulders were dying halfway through work. lol
  • bdamaster60
    bdamaster60 Posts: 595 Member
    NOW Foods Unflavored Whey Protein Isolate-25g protein, no preservatives or sweeteners. I mix it with organic soy and frozen strawberries, or put it in my oatmeal, or soup.

    I use it so I am not that sore after my workouts the next day. I pretty much crave a protein shake after a workout.


    I'm not that familiar with the details of increasing protein intake for the sake of muscles. Is there a time frame in which protein should be consumed after a workout to obtain the optimal benefits of it for your muscles? Are there other times it is beneficial during the day to increase your protein intake for the benefit of your muscles other than after a workout? Finally, how does consuming protein after a workout decrease muscle soreness?

    Muscle protein synthesis is elevated 24 hours post-resistance training.

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