Protein intake is one of the most hotly debated topics on lifting forums. Ask exactly how much protein is required to build muscle and strength and you will receive one of the following responses: 150 grams. You never need more than 150 grams. 1 gram/pound. You need one gram per pound of bodyweight. 1.5 gram/pound. … Continue Reading
Nutrition Questions
Do protein supplements make you fat? The simple answer is no. Only eating too much makes you fat. Eat too much of anything and you will get fat. Protein supplements include: Whey protein powders Casein protein powders Whey/casein blends Protein bars Meal replacement products Weight gainers Egg protein powder Soy protein powder Only three of … Continue Reading
Nutrition Questions
When you build muscle as fast as possible you will eventually run into the following question: Dude, what are you taking? This question sometimes implies that you are taking steroids. But most gym rats just want to know how the heck you’re building muscle so quickly. I was once asked this question, and by my … Continue Reading
Muscle Building
When trying to build muscle, I suggest using the following guidelines. Keep in mind that this eating approach is not a carved in stone rule, meaning that you do not need to nail every percentage on the head. Muscle building nutrition is not magic. There is no need to obsess and micro-manage every gram of … Continue Reading
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