Best protein powders for muscle gain?

Paul Miller64 said:Weider and Scitec are the biggest pieces of trash EVER

Nah, Dymatize has been my go-to since day one—honestly the best I've used.

ironwolf52 said:Can someone explain the difference between whey and stuff like Super Shake or Protein 88?
I'm heading out to grab a new bag tomorrow and I honestly don't get the distinction.
All I know is whey is 100% protein, but does it have vitamins like those other shakes? Is it fat-free or what?

ironwolf52 said:Sure, but what’s the actual argument here?
Why? 😕
It’s actually quite nice. 🙂
Honestly, I think Multipower is absolute garbage. 🤣

Carl Taylor said:Who says you can actually feel a difference in how protein works? Total lie! Just buy whatever fits your budget and be done with it!

briskjackal5 said:I’m honestly not sure what you mean when you talk about actually noticing a difference in protein performance.

Personally, I’m convinced those differences are very real—it’s pretty much like the difference between using 87 octane versus premium fuel in your car.

-Steve

Carl Taylor said:The ingredients aren't even that different, so honestly, trying to spot a massive difference in progress just because you switched? That's gonna be super hard.

Rachel Garcia57 said:😁 I’ve honestly just been a total lurker on this thread and others like it, but I finally decided it was time to jump in and ask for some solid advice.

So, here's the thing—I really want to look feminine, you know? Not like a bodybuilder.🙂 My hips and chest will probably stay pretty much where they are, and my waist is already small, but I’d love to actually build some real muscle in my core area. I also want to tone up my legs a bit—nothing crazy, just making them look nice and firm, not heavy or bulky—but my arms and back are already looking great!

Like I mentioned, my current routine is just running twice a week plus three sessions of aerobics, like step classes or fit boxing. Which supplements should I be looking at to get the results I'm after?🙏

briskjackal5 said:You can't make a direct comparison—it’s just not scientifically possible, because you can never replicate the exact same conditions twice when you're talking about multi-month stretches.
If you spend three months on SciTech and then switch over to Incorporated 3 for the next three, a dozen other variables have shifted besides just the supplement. Your diet changes. Your lifestyle shifts. Even your training intensity isn't identical. Those first three months and the subsequent three are two entirely different chapters.

That’s why trying to draw a straight line between them is a fool's errand.

That doesn't mean you can't make an educated guess, though.

Personally? I wouldn't dream of running a Mercedes-Benz on heating oil once I finally buy one, and I certainly don't go shopping for half-baked, low-grade products for myself.

-Steve

Lawrence Phillips said:I just grab my protein from Dollar General🤣

My strategy? Mix a bit of the "real" stuff into the Dollar General tub... just to keep the peace at home.

😬

Honestly, though, anything from Dollar General is better than nothing at all.🤣

Lawrence Phillips said:I just grab my protein powder from Dollar General🤣

My strategy? I just mix a little bit of the "real" stuff into the container from Dollar General... mostly just to keep the peace at home.

😬

Honestly, though, anything from Dollar General is still better than nothing at all.🤣

Paul Miller64 said:I just picked up a 5lb tub of Easov whey and a container of NO-Explode

Carl Taylor said:What isn't the 5-pound pack? I'm leaning towards grabbing that one too... How much did you end up paying for that EAS?

Paul Miller64 said:I totally forgot about Multipower, too.

It’s basically just sugar masquerading as nutrition since protein is only 20%—that's why it tastes so damn good.

briskjackal5 said:Which supplements you take really just comes down to whether you have the extra cash.

Generally speaking—multivitamins, maybe some Omega-3s, Vitamin C... and a protein shake after your workout (assuming that's actually how you're training).
But above all else, you need to learn which foods to prioritize and which to avoid.

If your goal is building serious muscle, running and fitness boxing aren't exactly the ideal route—though, if you happen to have great genetics, there’s a slim chance it might work.
You'd be better off sticking to dumbbells and weights.

-Stipe

ironwolf52 said:I wouldn't go that far; it says 86%!
It isn't pure Whey, but I think it’s perfectly fine.
If you mix it with water, you're looking at 28 grams of protein per serving. Mixing it with milk would bump that number up, but then you have to deal with the digestive issues that come with dairy.
By the way, where is the sugar coming from if it claims to have only 1%? 😕

So what else is there to take, Dymatize? For me, flavor is actually a huge factor. I can't stand anything that tastes revolting or has that chalky texture when mixed with water—honestly, I can't even imagine it. Some stuff makes me feel sick for half the day.
That's why I stick to Weider; they use sweeteners, so at least I don't have to lie in bed for an hour trying to settle my stomach after drinking it. ☕

goldenfox24 said:Optimum Whey 100% 11lb tub $200 😁