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is whey protein a must?

rudyp3 Posts: 22 Joined: 2002/05/28	2002/06/02, 09:40 PM i want to put on muscle this summer and am thinking of using whey protein for a little help. Will it help and if so, what kind of gains should i expect?
Boddhisattvha Posts: 1,226 Joined: 2002/03/07	2002/06/02, 10:53 PM Well, if you are following an ft nutritional program, and you are able to eat your daily protein, then no. Whey Protein is very helpful however as an after workout drink as it is a rapid assimilation protein that helps rebuild muscle faster. Your gains will vary by genetics, intensity, and desire. -------------- And my soul must be iron, because my fear is naked. I'm naked and fearless.
qualters Posts: 343 Joined: 2002/04/21	2002/06/03, 12:52 AM Definetly take a protein supplement. Do a search here at ft and see which ones are the best tasting, priced, and effective. I use EAS Myoplex. To gain muscle protein is soo IMPORTANT! Also most protein powders have aminos and other key ingredients your body needs. good luck BQ -------------- AMERICAN MADE
rudyp3 Posts: 22 Joined: 2002/05/28	2002/06/03, 09:19 AM thank you both cainsands and qualters
rudyp3 Posts: 22 Joined: 2002/05/28	2002/06/03, 03:15 PM one more quick question, how many times a day should i take it. should i take it before or after my workout?
Boddhisattvha Posts: 1,226 Joined: 2002/03/07	2002/06/03, 03:36 PM After your workout. Within 25 minutes of finishing up. How many times a day you take it is up to you. If you are looking for protein in other parts of the day I recommend something more like a weight gainer if you're going for mass. If you're just leaning up and toning than whey should be fine. -------------- And my soul must be iron, because my fear is naked. I'm naked and fearless.
Lumina20 Posts: 966 Joined: 2001/10/31	2002/06/03, 10:09 PM AND if you live in the Chicago area, you can have two tubs of American Whey protein powder that accidentally got shipped to my house and that the company apparently does not want back.
Philia2 Posts: 4,078 Joined: 2001/10/19	2002/06/04, 02:13 AM Hmmmm lumina, what about sending the buggers to France?!!! I'll then make you a delicous protein banana cake and send it to you...... A deal? -------------- - Nina :o) La vie est toujours aussi belle.....
rudyp3 Posts: 22 Joined: 2002/05/28	2002/06/04, 07:00 AM philia2, who in the heck is that BEAST in your pic?
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Lumina20 Posts: 966 Joined: 2001/10/31	2002/06/04, 07:20 PM Hmmm, would that cake stay fresh on the trip over? If so, I'm all for it!
Boddhisattvha Posts: 1,226 Joined: 2002/03/07	2002/06/04, 07:25 PM Rudy, that's Ernie Taylor. He's an IFBB pro. -------------- And my soul must be iron, because my fear is naked. I'm naked and fearless.
nobull Posts: 53 Joined: 2002/06/24	2002/06/26, 04:01 PM Competitive bodybuilders I train with take about 1.0 - 2.0 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight. If you get enough protein from whole food sources, the better, as Cainsands points out. A supplement, in this case, is not necessary. If you choose to use a supplement to reach your daily intake, whey has pros AND cons. It's not the perfect protein as those supplement companies who sell tons of whey will have you believe. Me and my buds cycle whey with casein, total milk proteins, and egg (yes, egg). Use what works for you.
francs Posts: 40 Joined: 2002/04/07	2002/06/28, 05:45 PM HAR! Ive got a pic of Nina measuring ET's arm at the Paris show... I saw the pic n I was like.. uhm I think Ive seen this gal already somewhere... there she is.. an FTer.. -------------- Fran
Lumina20 Posts: 966 Joined: 2001/10/31	2002/06/28, 05:57 PM It's a small world after all
Philia2 Posts: 4,078 Joined: 2001/10/19	2002/06/29, 02:24 AM What?!!!!!! You got a pic of me from Paris?!!!!!! LOL I WANNA SEE IT!!!!!!! Pleeeeease Francs e-mail that one to me!!!!! Serge Nubret is the organizer of a big contest in Paris in November so I'll be there again. Will you? -------------- - Nina :o) La vie est toujours aussi belle.....
rpacheco Posts: 3,770 Joined: 2001/12/13	2002/07/08, 11:41 AM Ice Man, some of us like the convenience of canned protein. We don't have the time necessary to prepare 5-7 meals per day. -------------- **_Robert_** Pain is temporary; glory is forever!
roni0906 Posts: 1,008 Joined: 2002/01/24	2002/07/08, 07:08 PM I agree, especially with my scedule. Time is sometimes a big crunch and I have to eat on the go a lot except at night, I usually can make a good homecooked meal. The rest of the day, I have to eat for convenience. -------------- Lisa
tomhat9 Posts: 7 Joined: 2002/07/11	2002/07/11, 03:48 PM Whey protein is not a must. None of the nutritional supplement are a must. If you want a more convenient source of protein, whey protein is great. There are some great benefits to taking it. Whey protein and creatine didn't get popular until the latter half of the nineties. What do you think the muscular guys where consuming before that? If you can afford it, go for it. But don't feel like it's a must.
laneylou Posts: 277 Joined: 2003/10/21	2003/11/10, 04:25 PM FYI: I went to Wal-Mart today and they had a close out on some of the soy protein mix. It's Naturade Total Soy Meal Replacement. The container is 22.35 oz. and it's on sale for 4.25. Serving Size 2 scoops Fat 1.5g Carbos 21g Fiber 2g Protein 13g Lots of good vitamins too!