How effective are protein shakes?

Tier · 02-02-2007, 08:26 PM

I want to get the size I had back, I stopped using protein shakes (allthewhey) though and I'm wondering how effective they really are at adding size (muscle growth)? I don't get 1-1.5x my bodyweight in protein, is it really THAT helpful though?

And if you answer yes then which protein shake is the best in your opinion, we all know that Allthewhey is good stuff

, but what are your favorites?

BigDyl · 02-02-2007, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tier

I want to get the size I had back, I stopped using protein shakes (allthewhey) though and I'm wondering how effective they really are at adding size (muscle growth)? I don't get 1-1.5x my bodyweight in protein, is it really THAT helpful though?

And if you answer yes then which protein shake is the best in your opinion, we all know that Allthewhey is good stuff

, but what are your favorites?

IMO whole foods are superior 90% of the time unless it's post workout.

Whey does help you get your numbers higher however.

If you eat say 50 grams of whole food protein and you were shooting for something more along the lines of 70-80 grams per meal, throw a scoop of whey in.

ABCs · 02-02-2007, 08:35 PM

Whey is good to blance the numbers and get protein to the muscles PWO. It definitely helps in the long run.

Tier · 02-03-2007, 09:48 AM

Focus · 02-03-2007, 12:21 PM

Protein shakes are effective, but I never feel as satisfied after a shake when compared to a whole meal. Isolated whey is what the body loves PWO, but I don't really see another time of the day to have a shake, unless you despise cottage cheese and opt for a casein shake before bed.

I believe the body digests food much cleaner. I know that statement is based on nothing, but I just feel better after a whole meal. When I eat 50g of protein of chicken I feel better than a 50g protein shake by far.

Goodfella9783 · 02-03-2007, 12:24 PM

Met RX and Elite are the two I most often use. Good deal on Met RX packets are easy to find on ebay. Dymatize Elite is probably the best tasting I've ever had.

El Hefe · 02-03-2007, 12:50 PM

ON 100% whey its cheap, high quality and actually tastes pretty good (Except rocky road )

**IainDaniel** · 02-03-2007, 12:53 PM

Just as effective as food. sub where you were having shakes with real food. problem solved. If you want size it is more then protein, Carbs and fat intake are probably just as if not more important.

I prefer ON 100% Whey

AZNracerx1989 · 02-03-2007, 01:24 PM

How do you guys make your whey protein? I use milk+sugar+wheyprotein... I want to try somethign new

ABCs · 02-03-2007, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by AZNracerx1989

How do you guys make your whey protein? I use milk+sugar+wheyprotein... I want to try somethign new

I don't think the sugar part of your mixture is too good. You might want to drop that and just use the milk.

Goodfella9783 · 02-03-2007, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by AZNracerx1989

How do you guys make your whey protein? I use milk+sugar+wheyprotein... I want to try somethign new

Usually just Whey and Juice and/or Milk. If I have a little time I'll blend up some fruit, ice, peanut butter, oats, yogurt ect. with it.

AKIRA · 02-03-2007, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Focus

Protein shakes are effective, but I never feel as satisfied after a shake when compared to a whole meal. Isolated whey is what the body loves PWO, but I don't really see another time of the day to have a shake, unless you despise cottage cheese and opt for a casein shake before bed.

I believe the body digests food much cleaner. I know that statement is based on nothing, but I just feel better after a whole meal. When I eat 50g of protein of chicken I feel better than a 50g protein shake by far.

Isolated
Concentrated
and there was a third...

I remember muscle fitness magazine did an article on the different types of whey and how they differed in price, function, and reasoning.

Anyone have some info?

ABCs · 02-03-2007, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKIRA

Isolated
Concentrated
and there was a third...

I remember muscle fitness magazine did an article on the different types of whey and how they differed in price, function, and reasoning.

Anyone have some info?

That sounds like a good read. Linky?

WBM · 02-05-2007, 05:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKIRA

Isolated
Concentrated
and there was a third...

hydrosylate

Although, I am of the opinion that some form other than whey should be consumed if we are just trying to bump up protein intake.

Focus · 02-05-2007, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKIRA

Isolated
Concentrated
and there was a third...

I remember muscle fitness magazine did an article on the different types of whey and how they differed in price, function, and reasoning.

Anyone have some info?

whoops, didn't even recognize throwing that word in there... i meant whey in general, OP, to clear any confusion. simple carbs alright but no fats, ect ect

kidbodybilder · 02-05-2007, 04:45 PM

i use ON 100% whey it tastes good 2

02-02-2007, 08:26 PM	#1
Tier Your Pretend Friend Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 765	How effective are protein shakes? I want to get the size I had back, I stopped using protein shakes (allthewhey) though and I'm wondering how effective they really are at adding size (muscle growth)? I don't get 1-1.5x my bodyweight in protein, is it really THAT helpful though? And if you answer yes then which protein shake is the best in your opinion, we all know that Allthewhey is good stuff , but what are your favorites?

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Focus Defense Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: USA Posts: 593	Protein shakes are effective, but I never feel as satisfied after a shake when compared to a whole meal. Isolated whey is what the body loves PWO, but I don't really see another time of the day to have a shake, unless you despise cottage cheese and opt for a casein shake before bed. I believe the body digests food much cleaner. I know that statement is based on nothing, but I just feel better after a whole meal. When I eat 50g of protein of chicken I feel better than a 50g protein shake by far.
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IainDaniel My Role Model Moderator Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 15,612	Just as effective as food. sub where you were having shakes with real food. problem solved. If you want size it is more then protein, Carbs and fat intake are probably just as if not more important. I prefer ON 100% Whey
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02-03-2007, 09:48 AM	#4
Tier Your Pretend Friend Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 765	bump

02-03-2007, 12:24 PM	#6
Goodfella9783 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 4,142	Met RX and Elite are the two I most often use. Good deal on Met RX packets are easy to find on ebay. Dymatize Elite is probably the best tasting I've ever had.

02-03-2007, 12:50 PM	#7
El Hefe Donkey Punch Elite Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: MA Posts: 107	ON 100% whey its cheap, high quality and actually tastes pretty good (Except rocky road )

02-03-2007, 01:24 PM	#9
AZNracerx1989 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Colorado Posts: 45	How do you guys make your whey protein? I use milk+sugar+wheyprotein... I want to try somethign new

02-05-2007, 04:45 PM	#16
kidbodybilder Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: be hind u Posts: 270	i use ON 100% whey it tastes good 2