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Originally Posted by Devils'Advocate
I ran a new meal plan by my PT that I thought was FULL of protein. She reviewed it and said I need way more protein. She wants 1g per pound that I weigh. So I'm at 180lbs and most days I was at 140g.
If I use an online calculator, even if I say that I am extremely active (I exercise a lot, but my job is COMPLETELY sedentary) , it says only 108.
http://www.healthcalculators.org/cal...rs/protein.asp
So I thought 140 was awesome.
Also I do my weight training in the mornings. I have breakfast, go to the gym, and then to work. She's suggesting that I have breakfast AFTER the gym because the body needs the proteins after I work out. Is this right? It is more effective to have the protein AFTER the workout rather than before?
And lastly, she is suggesting I just have something as simple as protein shakes after the workout. I gather that the powders are quite expensive. Where do people recommend getting them from? |
You need protein AND carbs after your workout. Some people argue it doesn't matter if you get them before, so it depends on how your body reacts.
IMO, 140g per day for a 180lb guy is very good.
Protein powder is the best way to get fast digesting protein into your system to help repair your muscles and replenish depleted glycogen stores. Costco usually has good quality powder for great prices.
Otherwise I bodybuilding dot com has a great online store with cheap shipping to Canada.
What kind of weight training are you doing?