Is it possible to take too much protien powder for your size. I take 80g's a day and eat a Max's CVGM bar (yum yum).
Maybe i should take more?? Any comments appreciated
Posted by: Skyliner
A common/basic protein intake for a lifter is 1 gram per lb of bodyweight, and depending on your goals, some ppl eat up to 1.5 or 2 grams of protein per lb BW (when they wanna bulk). However, if you're really eating TOO much of it (let's say 3 grams), it'll put in excess pressure to your kidneys (so remember to drink plenty of water!) or simply convert to fat or burn as energy (not 100% sure on this).
So judge on your weight, and eat the protein ratio required. If you're 120 lbs, eat that amount of protein at least.
Posted by: Robboe
I never eat more than about 50g protein a meal (except maybe post workout).
There's no point eating a ridiculously large protein meal cause your body won;t use all of it as protein. Some or even most of it will be converted to glucose. Some won;t even be absorbed too.
Posted by: gopro
Depends on many factors. How many days per week are you training...what are your goals...what is your weight...what is your macronutrient ratio...what is your meal timing...
Generally I recommend 1-2 grams of protein per lb of bodyweight each day...usually broken up over 6-8 "feedings," 40-60 grams per feeding.
Posted by: Rissole
Thanx guys i'm gonna try the 1gm to lb thing i only been takin 80gs so i'll up to that 4 2 weeks and see what difference it makes i posted a thread in training on fatigue and am hopeing that this will help that as well by giving my muscles something to eat!!
