Best protein powders for muscle gain?

Most of those overpriced proteins are just loaded with sugar and fats. Honestly, I think a whey and casein blend is the way to go if you're hitting a late session at the gym

Terry Chase62 said:Hello; 🙂 .

I’ve been training for a long time now. I've cycled through just about every whey protein on the market after my workouts.

But lately, my bank account hasn't been cooperating, so I've had to cut out the supplements entirely. That was until today, when I stumbled upon this deal—and honestly, it looks too good to pass up.

Here’s the deal: how high-quality is this stuff? Can I actually use it as my post-workout whey? I’ve been lifting for years and my body is conditioned to rely on whey alone. Looking at the label, this seems more like a casein, even though the instructions suggest taking it right after training.

I need someone with more experience to weigh in based on what they know. Is this product worth the money? It’s a small tub, but I don't care about the size. If it works, I'll drink it.

Thanks much!!

http://www.prosport.net/sl/P-POW000015070500BAN/.aspx

Expiration Date: 09/30/2012

Jack Ward82 said:Expiration date: 09/30/2012

He mentioned the expiration doesn't really matter... anyway, there's barely 20 servings left in that container

Does anyone here who actually knows their stuff—not just people guessing based on hearsay—know if there’s a specific age floor for taking whey protein? I’m trying to figure out the minimum age someone should be before starting supplementation to avoid any potential side effects—assuming there even are any (I’ve heard some nonsense about it being hard on the liver during youth, but honestly, that sounds like typical uninformed chatter)

Thanks in advance

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Nonsense. It's just protein like any other.

Good afternoon—I’m looking for some insight regarding muscle development and general physiology.

I’m 15 years old and have been training kickboxing for about a year and a half now.

Since I started, my physical appearance has improved significantly, but there is one specific area where I am hitting a total standstill.

To be blunt, my legs still look tiny and scrawny—and by that, I mean my calves; my quads are actually quite developed compared to them.

Essentially, my upper body looks massive in comparison to my lower half—if you saw these two parts of my physique separately, you’d probably think they belonged to two different people.

I’m about 5'7" and weigh roughly 120 pounds, so perhaps my weight is part of the issue.

What I really want to know is: are there any specific exercises targeting calf growth?

Additionally, is there an effective way to pack on weight quickly? I considered taking creatine to help build mass, but I’ve read that minors shouldn't use it. Also, can creatine cause excessive fat gain? I’m aiming to put on maybe another 10 to 20 pounds.

If anyone here has experience dealing with this, I would truly appreciate your input on any of these points!

Thanks in advance!

It’s making you bulk up like a box of donuts, not like someone on creatine. Creatine is for strength. If you want to put on weight, just load up on carbs. Maybe have your trainer actually show you some leg exercises once in a while...

Sam Roberts said:He mentioned that rock you don't touch isn't my thing. Besides, there's less than 20 servings in that tub anyway!

Rock you don't touch? Not my style. Honestly, I just care if this protein actually works and hits the spot after a workout—which, based on your feedback, I’m feeling pretty good about! Thanks guys!

Hey everyone, I could really use some advice here.
So, I’m out running for about half an hour every single day. I haven't started any actual strength training yet, but that's the plan. My goal is to get toned—specifically looking for lean, defined legs and abs. I want to swap out fat for muscle, but nothing crazy. I'm talking about a fit physique, not becoming a bodybuilder. Given that I'm not trying to pack on massive amounts of muscle mass, do I actually need protein shakes? Or am I fine just getting my protein from regular meals?

coppermoose33 said:Good day. I am looking for some insight regarding muscle development and body composition.

I am 15 years old and have been training kickboxing for about a year and a half.

Since starting, my physical appearance has improved significantly, but I have hit a plateau in one specific area.

Specifically, my legs remain quite thin and spindly—I am referring primarily to my calves, though my quads have grown considerably.

To put it bluntly, my upper body looks massive compared to my legs; if you saw the two halves separately, you wouldn't believe they belonged to the same person.

I am roughly 5'7" and weigh 121 lbs; perhaps my weight is the issue.

I am wondering if there are any specific exercises for calf development?

Furthermore, is there an effective way to gain weight quickly? I considered taking creatine to put on mass, but I read that minors shouldn't use it. Can creatine cause excessive fat gain? I really need to pack on about 10 to 20 pounds.

If anyone has experience with this, please provide some guidance on any of these points.

Thanks in advance!

Keep in mind you're only 15 and still developing. There is a good chance you'll start filling out once you move past puberty. I have an 18-year-old brother who was always skinny, then in just a couple of years, he shot up like crazy. He’s 6'3" now and nearly 200 lbs.😁😁

Regarding creatine, it draws water into the muscles, which makes them look larger and heavier. If you take it constantly and then suddenly stop, most of that effect vanishes. That is why cycling it is usually recommended to sustain the results. However, for creatine to actually be effective, you need to have some baseline muscle mass first. You should Google meal plans for bulking and try to put something together for yourself.

Ashley Baker34 said:Hey, could anyone help me out here?
so I run about thirty minutes every day. No strength training yet, but I'm planning to start soon. I really want to tone up—get some definition in my legs and abs, swap out fat for lean muscle without getting too bulky... just looking to shape my body. Do I actually need protein shakes, or can I skip them since I'm not trying to become a bodybuilder? Basically, is getting enough protein from regular meals sufficient?

It all comes down to how much you're already eating. Aim for roughly 1.5g of protein per kg of body weight.

Sam Roberts said:It all comes down to how much you're getting from your actual meals. Aim for about 1.5 grams of protein per kilo of body weight.

I don't track anything. I don't cook, and I pretty much have to eat whatever is put in front of me—which is usually healthy enough—so I have no clue how much protein I'm actually hitting on a daily basis. That’s why I’m thinking about using this as a supplement, just in case I fall short on my protein intake for a day or two.

you're gonna have to watch

Alright, I'm getting started.

Are you following along now 😁

I'm following along... keeping it around 40 to 50 grams max. Usually, once I'm back from my workout, I just whip up some egg whites and throw together a quick meal with tuna or low-fat cottage cheese throughout the day. But honestly, I can't live on that forever. I know my limits. Still hunting for some decent recipes that don't feel like a chore.

What kind of meat? Turkey, veal, chicken...

Chicken has been my go-to since I started following this diet. And today? Loaded up on some wild mushrooms and eggs. It's an absolute protein bomb. 🙂

I have a quick question. I'm pretty new to all this—just started training seriously, so... go easy on me, I'm still learning the ropes.

While looking into protein supplements, I stumbled upon this: http://perfectfitprotein.com/faq.php

It seems to be just brown rice protein. However, a friend mentioned that relying on a single protein source isn't ideal for these kinds of things. Thoughts?

I’m kind of lost on what that phrase means—you know, the whole "one protein isn't enough when it comes to stuff like this" thing.

-Steve