do weightlifters/bodybuiders need extra protein in their diets?

Answer 1

Yes. However, this should be done with natural high protien low fat foods. Supplemental protien drinks will saturate the body with protien which can cause damage over time to your system. If your going to take this route see your doctor and have him take a protien level test.
I know this from personal experience.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

2grams of protein need to be consumed per pound of body weight plus 10-15 grams or glutamine per day to help with protein synthesis. I'm Ronnie Coleman's Biggest fan and I've studied the man intensely. He took Mr. O 8 years straight!

Answer 4

Yes. But actually, EVERYONE needs more protein. People eat WAY too much carb, and have bought into the myth that fat and protein are BAD. That's the Food Guide Pyramid - avoid it like plague.

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Answer 5

If hes into bodybuilding then sure extra advantageous protein is needed to stimulate muscle boost, have faith it or not im 200lb and im getting 300grams of protein common, without protein your muscle wont strengthen..

Answer 6

They certainly need more protein than a couch potato. They need extra protein for building muscle and muscle maintenance.

Answer 7

For the muscles to develop you need at least 1.3g protein/kg bodyweight! Also you need carbs for energy!

Answer 8

yes its a must otherwise it may result to injury during weightlifting

Answer 9

yes, its how the muscle can gain extra energy to keep working, getting bigger and been able to work better,
go to gnc or someplace like taht they will help u

Answer 10

Yes.