Protein Shakes - Before or After??

If you're hungry, why not eat some solid food?

You should see me on leg day.
ALL the food gets in my mouth.

Every time I work out, I get extremely hungry. So I thought I would start using Protein Shakes because my body is obviously is trying to tell me something.

For you guys who drink Protein shakes, do you drink it before or after your workout or at a separate time?

Are you getting hungry during or after the workout? If during, have a little something before hand... but try different things to see what your body responds best to (good energy, no nausea, etc). If after, then eat something. Shakes are fine, real food is too.

Oh I eat real food and have no problem with it at all. Never had an issue with starvation mode. I usually have a high protein snack after.

I get hungry about 10 to 30 minutes after I workout. I want to build muscle, that is part of the reason I wanted to try the protein shakes. Plus my protein is the lowest at night on my diary.

If it's after, then just eat whatever you need for your cal/macro goals. Shakes are fine if you need protein, but you can do the same with steak, chicken breast, etc.

Every time I work out, I get extremely hungry. So I thought I would start using Protein Shakes because my body is obviously is trying to tell me something.

For you guys who drink Protein shakes, do you drink it before or after your workout or at a separate time?

I have a hard time working out on a full stomach and also eating anything for an hour or two after (but beware - I'm STARVING AFTER this time period!) so I generally will drink a protein shake within a half hour after working out.

That being said - that's just me. Something needs to get in my belly so I fill it with a shake, but there's nothing wrong with regular food. It's just the only thing I can stomach right after working out.

Depends on what you are trying to do. If you are trying to lose weight I would skip the protein shake entirely, unless it is a meal substitute. If you are trying to gain weight/muscle I would eat before, at least 1 hour, and have a shale after. Your body replaces protein best in the 2 hours post workout.

I usually have a protein shake right after I lift. I find that if I try to have it before or during my workout, I feel like I'm going to puke. But that's just me.

Both....

Whey, Creatine, BCAA and pre workout before

Bcaa, Whey, creatine, and casen after.

Oh I eat real food and have no problem with it at all. Never had an issue with starvation mode. I usually have a high protein snack after.

I get hungry about 10 to 30 minutes after I workout. I want to build muscle, that is part of the reason I wanted to try the protein shakes. Plus my protein is the lowest at night on my diary.

If your protein intake is on the low end then adding protein is a good idea whether that comes from a shake or additional food. You may find adding additional protein through whole foods to be more satiating but that being said, there's certainly nothing wrong with using whey protein to supplement your intake.

If you're eating regular mixed meals then I wouldn't concern yourself with the specific timing of protein. Do what gives you the best satisfaction and gym performance.

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[I was just going to post this My Massage therapist told me about the Protein before bed she has been training for a weight lifting competitions and said her trainer told her to drink a shake before bed i have did it a few night now and i find that i dont wake up so hungry
I had the same question so I found this thread on a search....

I am getting in most of my reading (between the snarky and useless posts that make no attempt to answer the question) that after is optimal, but before is next-best? Have any of you ever read that before bed is a good time for protein as well? Curious...I work out at different times of the day because I am an instructor and I get the schedule I get...

And finally, for those of you who have said that protein shakes make you feel sick (me too...) I came across a product called Syntrax Nectar that is fruity, and mixes with water instead of milk. It is much more refreshing to me than the milkshake-like varieties and a lot more appealing after a workout. I love the Roadside Lemonade and Fuzzy Navel flavors, but there are lots of choices (Strawberry Kiwi, and a couple different tropical blends). 1 scoop = 100 calories and about 24g protein. It is available on vitacost.com if you are unable to find it in a store in your area.
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I've read and was told by a gym owner that protein immediately after your workout is really good for replenishing muscles you've just worked to exhaustion (hopefully til exhausted ((smiles)))!:happy:

Of course, I read alot of articles from Dr. Mercola and he stresses....getting the protein within an 30 minute window after you workout to make sure you're getting the best benefit of protein!

You need to find out exactly how much protein does your body needs for effeicency!:happy:

Every time I work out, I get extremely hungry. So I thought I would start using Protein Shakes because my body is obviously is trying to tell me something.

For you guys who drink Protein shakes, do you drink it before or after your workout or at a separate time?

I have a hard time working out on a full stomach and also eating anything for an hour or two after (but beware - I'm STARVING AFTER this time period!) so I generally will drink a protein shake within a half hour after working out.

That being said - that's just me. Something needs to get in my belly so I fill it with a shake, but there's nothing wrong with regular food. It's just the only thing I can stomach right after working out.

I'm in that camp too, of needing to put something in my belly after a work out but not really being able to stomach real food. And I drink a protein shake fruit smoothie thing with Greek yogurt, protein powder and fruit.