Protein Shakes?

Do you log your protein shake's calories?

Maybe drink your shake after workout

Broscience. I've had protein shakes before, after, during and even when I didn't workout and I still had no problem losing. If it fits in your calorie goals, you will have no problems.

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MOST! and I say again! MOST protein shakes are 0 carbs and 0 fats. BUT mass gainers are the things you should be totally avoiding. these things are made for thin guys with high metabolic rates to try n get them bulky. we're already bulky. we just need the protein. so as long as you're using a protein that has 0 carbs and 0 fats. you're golden! try ISO 100 or Isopure or Carnivor or Hydro power. those are all 0 fat and 0 carb proteins. good luck.

MOST! and I say again! MOST protein shakes are 0 carbs and 0 fats. BUT mass gainers are the things you should be totally avoiding. these things are made for thin guys with high metabolic rates to try n get them bulky. we're already bulky. we just need the protein. so as long as you're using a protein that has 0 carbs and 0 fats. you're golden! try ISO 100 or Isopure or Carnivor or Hydro power. those are all 0 fat and 0 carb proteins. good luck.

Mass gainers only work in a caloric surplus. By themselves, they are not magic - not detrimental or postive to one's goal alone, so one's entire diet must be taken into consideration. Also, unless you are going over fats and carbs, there is no need to get a protein powder with 0 carbs and 0 fats. Especially in a bulk, carbs and fats become more important in gaining weight and building muscle. While protein is necessary to build muscle and stimulate MPS, in a bulk one should focus on minimum protein intake (.86g/lbs or less has been studied to be sufficient) and fill the rest in with carbs. Fats are key as well, but for athletic performance, mTOR acitvation and muscle recovery, carbs should be the focus.

For the OP, focus on caloric surplus, lifting heavy and adequate rest. Aside from newbie gains, you will not build muscle without putting on some fat.

As others have mentioned, protein shakes, as well as ANY other food, can be fattening if you don't account for the calories and macros. I use Six Star Whey Isolate in Decadent Chocolate which has about 1g carb, 0g fat and 30g of protein and I mix it with either water or skim milk (if I need more carbs that day). I sometimes use 1.5 scoops if I need more protein. I usually take this after my workout.

I also use Six Star Vanilla Whey Isolate in Vanilla which is about 1g carb, 0g fat, and 26g of protein. This mixes well with my breakfast smoothies. I'll use 0.25-1 scoop for my smoothies. It all depends on what my protein needs are for the day. I know other brands have more/less protein per serving as well as fat and carbs. Just make sure you are paying attention to how much you intake. If you're doing a 1,500 calorie diet and have eating 1,500 calories for the day, drinking that additional protein shake will put you over.