Protein shake on non-workout day

NormInv
NormInv Posts: 3,303 Member
edited February 3 in Food and Nutrition
Is it worth having one to meet the protein macros. I am talking about one of those high protein drinks that you usually drink after a workout.

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  • NormInv
    NormInv Posts: 3,303 Member
    so?
  • 3dogsrunning
    3dogsrunning Posts: 27,165 Member
    Its fine. Its no different than meeting your protein intake with chicken or fish. 'I use them occasionally when my protein is low.
  • neanderthin
    neanderthin Posts: 10,793 Member
    If your having a problem meeting protein goals, then sure. Personally I prefer protein in food I can chew.......I like to eat.
  • NormInv
    NormInv Posts: 3,303 Member
    If your having a problem meeting protein goals, then sure. Personally I prefer protein in food I can chew.......I like to eat.

    I dont do it daily but once in a while I havent met my goal and I dont have a better option. I was just wondering if I am wasting my protein shake on a non-workout day but I guess once in a while is ok.
  • james6998
    james6998 Posts: 743 Member
    If your having a problem meeting protein goals, then sure. Personally I prefer protein in food I can chew.......I like to eat.

    I dont do it daily but once in a while I havent met my goal and I dont have a better option. I was just wondering if I am wasting my protein shake on a non-workout day but I guess once in a while is ok.
    Remember you still need protein for your muscles even while resting. After all thats when they grow. My protein intake does not change from the days i work out to the days i rest.
  • neanderthin
    neanderthin Posts: 10,793 Member
    If your having a problem meeting protein goals, then sure. Personally I prefer protein in food I can chew.......I like to eat.

    I dont do it daily but once in a while I havent met my goal and I dont have a better option. I was just wondering if I am wasting my protein shake on a non-workout day but I guess once in a while is ok.
    You repair and build on off days so yeah protein intake is important overall.
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