Lots of Protein-The Key to Lean Muscle Mass

Lots of Protein-The Key to Lean Muscle Mass! Consuming lots of protein is necessary to stack on lean muscle mass. Body builders and sports enthusiasts have always included protein at the top of their list of daily supplements.

Protein contains amino acids (the building blocks of protein), which the body converts to new muscle tissue. The recommended amount of protein intake required to build muscle is 1 g per 1 pound of body weight.

The four major types protein: Whey Protein, a fast absorbing protein, has the highest biological value, and produces the greatest muscle gains. Miscellar Casein, a slow release protein usually consumed at bed time. Egg and Soy Protein, and easier to digest protein and is an important part of a vegetarian diet.

I've had soy protein from time to time being in relationships with women that are vegetarians, but for the most part Whey protein is the only one I have used consistently alongside my training so it is the only one I'm going to go a little into detail about.

Whey protein is a collection of proteins isolated from whey, a byproduct of milk. It comes in three major forms: Concentrate, Low in Cholesterol but are higher in Carbohydrates and bioactive compounds. Isolate, the fat and lactose are removed and are lower in bioactive compounds. Hydrolysates, are more easily absorbed and predigested so they get to your muscles faster.

Most of the resources and articles I've read recommend 20 to 30 g of protein per serving. I start the day out with a 25 g protein shake along with my breakfast. I will drink a shake containing about 25 g of protein immediately following my workouts and then about 45 minutes to an hour after a workout as well. I will also drink a shake sometime in the evening time. I managed to consume my 1 g of protein per pound of body weight between the whey protein and my regular diet.

Lots of Protein-The Key to Lean Muscle Mass! Whey protein is the most important supplement when it comes to stacking and lean muscle mass. There are lots of different whey proteins on the market today and many different manufactures. The prices of whey proteins have gone down considerably over the years making it affordable for just about everyone. An important point to remember is to always buy from a reputable manufacturer such as BSN, EAS etc. etc.

Push hard, and Pump it!

Michael C.

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