Should i start taking protein to help with muscle development?

Question

Hello.

August 06 I joined a gym because I wanted to lose some weight, I am 21 I weighed about 76kg 177 cm tall and wasnt really happy with my appearence.

Since then I havent really known what I was doing however now weigh between 60~65 but havent acheived the muscle build I was after. I lost weight but should of been turning the fat into muscle

I now want to gain a bit of weight and build muscle, I have started getting personal training and also trying to increase what I eat a day so im taking in more protein but due to busy work schedule this isnt very easy

Im now thinking about taking protein powder as well to assist in acheiving the results I want but not sure wether this is a good idea or not.

Can someone please give me some thoughts is taking protein powder ok and if so what type is the best to take ?

Thanks

Answer 1

if you are trying to increase muscle mass you need to increase the amount of protein, carbohydrates and fats in the diet. increasing protein is only part of the puzzle. you need a sufficient carbohydrate intake to provide sufficient energy for training and normal daily functions so that the body can use the proteins for muscle building.

Answer 2

Whey Protein is commonly used by weight trainers including myself to assist in muscle growth. If you go to your local nutrition/supplement store they will most likely have some kind of Whey Protein product. They are all pretty much the same. I would recommend one that has a form of Creatine in it. Creatine Monohydrate is one of the most popular muscle building supplements. It has been around for about 12 years now and is safe to take (not a steroid).

Hope this helps, good luck.

Answer 3

try getting protein from your normal diet , if it's not enough you can add a protein powder like gnc's chocolate caramel , i drink it once or twice a day and may or may not have a protein bar depending on how much protein i need and my diet , or try slim fast low carb, or you can get egg whites' powder or protein bars , some are with whey protein others have soy protein.
there are many ways to get protein , whether from diet or protein bars or drinks , but the best way is to go to a dietitian and try to add protein to your diet. don't depend mainly on protein supplements .
Always drink lots and lots of water to avoid dehydration.
i just read the previous answer.
the person who answered before me gave you a really good answer , i think a dietitian will give you more details.
good luck!

Answer 4

2 days of ingesting protein shakes won't be able to make him better. He certainly has to artwork out alongside with ingesting the protein beverages, and its going to take a splash longer than 2 days.

Answer 5

yes, you can try whey powder from the health food stores, or any of the stuff at pharmacies.
I am underweight and wanted some muscle.

Yes protien powder + weight lifting is the best way to go.

Weight lift then drink your protien shake within 1/2 hour of weight lifting
and only do weights every 2nd day (muscle needs 1 day to rip, 1 day to repair)

Answer 6

y not u go to any pharmacy n look 4 the protein enhancer or substitution like super wat-on etc?u just follow the instructions n take it as an usual dosage.

Answer 7

If you wanna buy protein. Get it from me at wholesale price. Email me at [e-mail] with Brand Name.

Answer 8

get Nitro Tech by Muscle Tech. thats their protein. also take Cell Tech .thats creatine......dont be scared its safe and it works. and glutamine after you workout.......go to bodybuilding.com....it will tell you every hting about everything