how much protien should you consume if you're working out?
816604
The RDA for typical working out is only 60 grams.  Most Americans easily eat 2-3 times that much.\n\nSome people will erroneously tell you that it's .5-1 gram of protein per pound of body weight.  They missed the boat.  It's .5-1 gram per pound of lean muscle and the human body is mostly water and skeleton.  Water, skeleton and fat don't need protein.\n\nYou'll have more than enough protein for muscle building if you aim for 120 gm, but you're probably already eating that.  A chicken breast has 55 gm, 2 egg are 15 and a 6 oz steak 30-60 depending on how much fat.
417383
35 mg is what you should take per day.  \nhttp://www.biosynergy.com/5htp.htm
250080
Depends on how protein you get in your diet. Try to get as much as needed from the food you eat, then supplement with a protein shake or two during the day.
605800
ok depending on your weight you should try to take 1gram of protein per body weight, so if your 150 pounds = 150 grams of protein try to eat more real foods than protein powder, also drink plently of water, and make sure your protein poweder has atleast 20grams of protein per scoop with calories less than 150 per scoop, SYNTRAX  NECTAR had good stuff.
921904
first of all i need more info on your workout habits. in my humble opinion protien drinks are not needed. a healthy diet is manditory. chicken breast and rice works well for me, and eat enough veg to move it through your body.
355305
you only eat 1g of protein per pound if your LIFTING WEIGHTS. doing it otherwise will only make you fatter. Lose fat by changing your diet and lifting weights, then worry about protein.
501148
Whey protein also eggs, turkey and tuna, need to get your protein intake up to 1 gram of protein per lb of body weight per day and do progressively heavier weights to failure, 3-5 sets, 6-10 reps, don't work out more than 45 minutes to 1 hour per session, no more than 3-4 sessions per week, work opposing muscle groups.  Also good is Flaxseed oil 1 tablesoon/day and don't forget carbs you need good carbs like pasta etc.  Eat 5 to 6 times a day, 400-600 calories per meal.  You have to consume more calories than you burn to put on mass.  You will also probably add some fat but you can burn it off later with light cardio.
357830
Actually, both. Have a small, protein-rich snack (protein bar/ protein shake), about half an hour before your workout, and then eat a small meal with lots of protein and some carbs an hour after your workout for optimum results.
777819
For optimal gains, yes. Your body needs protein to facilitate recovery and rebuilding of the tissues you've borken down during lifting. \n\nAnd to shuttle those proteins to your muscles most effectively, take your protein with a carbohydrate of some sort. Fast digesting (simpler carbs) are okay here, though that's far from essential. \n\nToast and cottage cheese, chicken and rice, a turkey sandwich - whatever you want. But protein and carbs as soon as you can after working out. And if you can, a second time before bed So you have two boosts of quality calories post-workout, pre-bed.
790188
If you are doing strength training, you should try to get 1.5 to 2 grams of protein per pound of body weight. Your body uses protein to build the muscles. \n\nSoy and legumes are good sources of protein. If your diet includes dairy products, these are another good source of protein. You should try to get as much of your protein from your diet, and then use powders to supplement (soy powder or whey protein powder).
443554
A big part of building muscle is eating right. You need all that protein, carbs, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids to repair your muscles after you work out. That means 6 small meals per day, or a meal every 3 hours. A portion of protein, carbs, and veggies is a must. \n\nDon't starve yourself, it's not safe and you can only do that for so long before your body rebels and forces you to eat.\n\nUse meal replacement drinks to help with your 6 small meals. I take 3 - 4 daily, and they're a great time saver. Plus, they already have all the protein and vitamins that I need, so I know I'm getting the right stuff in my body. Plus, by eating 6 meals a day, I rarely feel hungry.\n\nA good beginning book on eating right is called Eating for Life, by Bill Phillips. It will get you started, and has some good healthy recipes.
592867
Eat lean protien and work out a lot.
1035879
ONLY if they contain all the added nutrients you would need in a normal balanced diet. You should always eat a healthy meal ever day and maintain at least 1200 calories to lower risk of cardio problems. Take care.
165829
Eat a little more slow-releasing carbos in the morning like oat meal, drink more water say 3-4 Litre a day if you are male and around 3 Litre female, including 200 ml of sports drink after jogging (8 glasses of water - 8x220 ml - a day in fact is not enough for an average adult male of medium built)
503488
The best time to eat a Protein Bar is about 45 minutes prior to going to the gym to work out. That is their function. If you are gonna be working out, doing some excercise or sport, it gives your muscles energy.
22470
With in a hour after a workout 30g of protean for building muscle and 30g of a complex carbohydrate to give your body the energy to build the muscle.
807054
push yourself a little harder.  more weight.  also make sure you eat enough protein.  you can't build muscle without protein.  eat your body weight in protein everyday.  however, your body can only take in between 25-42 grams of protein per meal.  so if you weigh 120, you should eat four meals a day at 40 grams of protein per meal.  if you're not getting sore after a workout then increase the reps and sets.  switch up exercises too.  do leg extentions and leg curls and calf raises.  read muscle and fitness magazine too.  they always have good exercise routines.