Protein shakes at night? Good or Bad?

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cochilles
cochilles Posts: 41
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Ideas folks :)
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  • iKristine
    iKristine Posts: 288 Member
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    If I need protein to fill my 40/30/30 and have 150 cals to down then sure. But not if it drives me over my cal goal for the day,


    I don't think pm eating matters as long as total cals dont exceed total expense
  • bry_all01
    bry_all01 Posts: 3,100 Member
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    very good, helps repair muscles
  • KiyaK
    KiyaK Posts: 519 Member
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    My protien mix says there are three times that are the most effective to take it: first thing in the morning, right after a hard workout and right before bed. Just the opinion of the box, lolol.
  • LeanMeanFitnessMachine
    LeanMeanFitnessMachine Posts: 659
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    If I need protein to fill my 40/30/30 and have 150 cals to down then sure. But not if it drives me over my cal goal for the day,


    I don't think pm eating matters as long as total cals dont exceed total expense

    Actually, pm eating does matter. You're supposed to avoid eating 2 hours before you go to bed so that you can get a better nights sleep. If your metabolism is up and running full force when you're trying to sleep, you won't get the much needed REM sleep needed for better weight loss results.
  • jmxxiiii
    jmxxiiii Posts: 231 Member
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    good.

    I prefer it for my breakfast though.
  • writtenINthestars
    writtenINthestars Posts: 1,933 Member
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    If I need protein to fill my 40/30/30 and have 150 cals to down then sure. But not if it drives me over my cal goal for the day,


    I don't think pm eating matters as long as total cals dont exceed total expense

    Actually, pm eating does matter. You're supposed to avoid eating 2 hours before you go to bed so that you can get a better nights sleep. If your metabolism is up and running full force when you're trying to sleep, you won't get the much needed REM sleep needed for better weight loss results.

    That's an opinion, not a fact.
  • bry_all01
    bry_all01 Posts: 3,100 Member
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    If I need protein to fill my 40/30/30 and have 150 cals to down then sure. But not if it drives me over my cal goal for the day,


    I don't think pm eating matters as long as total cals dont exceed total expense

    Actually, pm eating does matter. You're supposed to avoid eating 2 hours before you go to bed so that you can get a better nights sleep. If your metabolism is up and running full force when you're trying to sleep, you won't get the much needed REM sleep needed for better weight loss results.

    That's an opinion, not a fact.


    Exactly. Time of day does not matter, even if it is right up to right before you go to sleep. There is no negative affect.
  • Tujitsu56
    Tujitsu56 Posts: 392 Member
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    From what I've found, pm eating doesn't matter either. Go ahead and drink the protien, your muscles need it.
  • rocketpants
    rocketpants Posts: 419 Member
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    If you are trying to build lean body mass it is Good! Muscles are repaired and grown at night. Try to get cassian protein or egg white protein as they are slower release than whey.
  • Sidesteal
    Sidesteal Posts: 5,510 Member
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    Actually, pm eating does matter. You're supposed to avoid eating 2 hours before you go to bed so that you can get a better nights sleep. If your metabolism is up and running full force when you're trying to sleep, you won't get the much needed REM sleep needed for better weight loss results.

    This is a long standing dietary myth that still hasn't diet out ^

    OP: It doesn't matter when you have your protein shake or if you have one at all provided that you are able to intake sufficient protein for the day. Focus on end-of-day totals and disregard nutrient timing outside of the context of personal preference and gym performance.
  • CMmrsfloyd
    CMmrsfloyd Posts: 2,383 Member
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    If you have extra calories you need to consume and feel like you want some protein but don't want to eat it in solid form, I say go for it. :-)
  • chocolateandvodka
    chocolateandvodka Posts: 1,856 Member
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    Seems like lately i've been craving one every night. And then i still wake up wanting more!
  • Indy_Mario
    Indy_Mario Posts: 541
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    Yeah, I love having my protein shaken at night. It's such a great feeling, specially when it's loaded with all the right nutrients
  • morganhccstudent724
    morganhccstudent724 Posts: 1,261 Member
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    Seems like lately i've been craving one every night. And then i still wake up wanting more!

    I heart you
  • Rachaelluvszipped
    Rachaelluvszipped Posts: 768 Member
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    I love them!! In fact I had one last night ;-)
  • catherine4211
    catherine4211 Posts: 944 Member
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    Seems like lately i've been craving one every night. And then i still wake up wanting more!

    A protein "shot" or "shake".....................??????
  • tnic86
    tnic86 Posts: 134 Member
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    If I need protein to fill my 40/30/30 and have 150 cals to down then sure. But not if it drives me over my cal goal for the day,


    I don't think pm eating matters as long as total cals dont exceed total expense

    Actually, pm eating does matter. You're supposed to avoid eating 2 hours before you go to bed so that you can get a better nights sleep. If your metabolism is up and running full force when you're trying to sleep, you won't get the much needed REM sleep needed for better weight loss results.

    As long as you are within your calories for the day, it does not matter what time you eat.
  • screwtop_gangsta
    screwtop_gangsta Posts: 234
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    Oh goodness, I love protein shakes! They're the best! I don't care what time of the day it is, I just want to take one, and another, and another. Sometimes I think the dispenser is gonna break!
  • screwtop_gangsta
    screwtop_gangsta Posts: 234
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    Yeah, I love having my protein shaken at night. It's such a great feeling, specially when it's loaded with all the right nutrients

    Oh yes, life giving nutrients!
  • Sh1tsRainbows
    Sh1tsRainbows Posts: 1,227 Member
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    Seems like lately i've been craving one every night. And then i still wake up wanting more!

    Morning Noon and Night!!!!! :flowerforyou:

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