Best protein powders for muscle gain?

granitejackal15 said:I guess I’ll be the first to back down, if you’re willing to do the same.👍

😂😂😂

I haven't had the chance to try it yet, I guess.

🤣

fadedrider17 said:I really can't stand it when someone is all pumped up but lacks actual strength or stamina.
I suppose I prefer those leaner guys, like breakdancers where you can actually see the muscle definition.

It feels like they're mostly just doing it to impress girls or something like that.

I personally prefer leaner guys too. And I'm definitely not alone in that feeling. There are plenty of us...

Did you guys hear that?

Maybe don't overdo the bulk.

It isn't really cool.

In my opinion.

Sandra Brooks28 said:I actually prefer leaner guys. And I’m definitely not alone in that—there are plenty of us out there...

Did you hear that, fellas?

Don't go getting all puffed up about it.

It isn't cool.

Really, it isn't.

Me likes you😁
Let's not get too carried away with the off-topic chatter—we don't want to drown out this actually useful discussion.
Personally, I hit the gym strictly for myself—just to feel better in my own skin—and honestly, that's exactly what I'd recommend to anyone else.

fadedrider17 said:Me likes you😁
I suppose we shouldn't stray too far from the subject so we don't clutter this great thread.
I guess I hit the gym strictly for myself, just to feel better, which is probably what I'd suggest to anyone else.

It doesn't feel off to me.

I think it's a good thing.

I imagine the mods would appreciate the sentiment.😁

The gym, a healthy lifestyle, eating well...

And maybe it would be wise to go easy on the protein supplements.

(According to some recent studies, having too much protein in your diet might increase the risk of cancer, heart attacks, diabetes, and osteoporosis.)

There you go.

Sandra Brooks28 said:isn't off.

I'm doing my part.

I know the mods appreciate that kind of thing.😁

Gym, healthy lifestyle, clean diet...

It would be smart to just toss those proteins in the trash.

There.

Good luck.😉

Now I'll go find some thread about nail polish—since I clearly know nothing about that either—just so I can lecture you.🤣

🙂hahahaha

Now, that—that would actually be fair!

granitejackal15 said:I suppose I might start looking for a topic regarding nail polishing—something I clearly know nothing about—just to give you an opportunity to lecture me.🤣

🙂

Just let me know...

😉

Sandra Brooks28 said:It's not off.

I'm basically doing God's work here.

I just know the mods will totally appreciate the hustle.😁>

Between hitting the gym, trying to live that healthy lifestyle, eating right...

it’d be pretty smart if you guys just tossed those protein powders in the trash.

(According to some recent studies, having way too much protein in your diet actually bumps up the risk for things like cancer, heart attacks, diabetes, and osteoporosis.)

There you go.

Wait, where is this even coming from? Is this some kind of New Year's resolution thing? 🤣
Muscle mass comes from a mix of protein, carbs, and fats combined with training.

The way I see your "new findings" playing out is like this:
Basically, you're saying if I eat too much chicken, turkey, low-fat cottage cheese, or tuna, I'm gonna get cancer.
Okay, look, I'll give you this—nothing is good in extreme excess, I totally agree on that.
So yeah, I'm with you that slamming way too much protein, amino acids, or fats isn't exactly great for you.
And we all know it can wreck your liver; honestly, they teach you that stuff back in elementary school.

But seriously, do you even know what proteins and amino acids actually *are*?

I honestly believe the core issue here—the fundamental misunderstanding—is that people have convinced themselves protein is nothing more than whatever powder they scoop out of a tub.

Kids, stay away from protein powder!!! 🧐

Nicholas Kern90 said:Kids really shouldn't be using protein supplements!!! 🧐

😍

Maybe you should tell them.

They might be better off just sticking to chicken. 🤣

🤦 yeah

Sandra Brooks28 said:😍

Just tell 'em!

They should just stick to eating chicken breast and leave us alone! 🤣

Wait, did you seriously miss Nicholas Kern90's sarcasm there?

🤣

I have a question for you all.
I’ve been spending quite a bit of time reading through that bodybuilding forum—you know the one—and the consensus there seems to be that taking whey immediately after a workout is some sort of absolute necessity. Yet, we discussed this right here previously, where we established that protein supplements aren't strictly mandatory. There is some guy on that forum who swears by those One Extreme proteins; apparently, a 500-gram tub costs about $47. At my current budget, that would barely last me eight days. So, let's get real: is post-workout whey actually a requirement, or is all that stuff we talked about before still the bottom line?

fadedrider17 said:I have a question.
I’ve been reading through those fitness forums, and the general consensus seems to be that you absolutely have to slam some whey right after a workout. We talked about this here before—how protein supplements aren't strictly mandatory. Some guy on one of those boards swears by these extreme brands; apparently, a 500g tub costs about $47. That would barely last me eight days, and I don't have money to burn. Is post-workout whey actually an absolute requirement, or is all that stuff we discussed earlier still valid?

Look, I haven't read the whole thread, but here’s the short version. Once you're done lifting, hitting some fast-digesting protein is basically standard practice because that's what drives muscle recovery and growth. That said, you can get your protein from steak, tuna, eggs, and so on. However, whey protein paired with glucose is hard to beat; nothing else quite hits that exact mark perfectly.

Paul Harris4 said:Look—I didn't dig through the whole thread before this, but here’s the bottom line: once you're done hitting the weights, you absolutely need to get some fast-digesting protein into your system—it’s non-negotiable for muscle recovery and growth. Sure, you can pull protein from steak, tuna, or eggs, but nothing beats a solid Whey protein supplement, especially when paired with glucose. Honestly, nothing else provides that exact same efficiency.

So, these whey proteins aren't going to kill me after all. And you're spot on about the combo—pairing it with glucose is the way to go (apparently you can pick up those blends at GNC). Up until today, I was dead set against buying supplements. But I want to do this right—no half-measures—so it looks like I'll have to bite the bullet and buy them, even if I have to put it on my credit card. I'm done messing around; I just want to see results.

fadedrider17 said:I’ve got a question.
I was browsing that fitness forum—you know the one—and everyone there seems to assume you *have* to slam some whey right after your workout. But we talked about this here before—that protein supplements aren't strictly mandatory. This guy on the forum is pushing some One Extreme brand stuff, and a 500g tub would only last me $47 about 8 days. I can't afford that! Is post-workout whey really "required," or is all that stuff we discussed earlier still the move?

Are you hitting the gym twice a day, every single day? I don't see how you'd burn through half a kilo in just 8 days. If you're taking roughly 30 grams after a session and training about 4 times a week, that should easily last you a full month. 🤔

bluestag7 said:Are you seriously training twice a day, every single day? I just don't see how else you’re going to burn through half a kilo in eight days—if you’re taking roughly 30 grams after every session and hitting the gym about four times a week, that supply should easily last you an entire month. 🤔

When I say "taking it," I’m referring to a twice-daily regimen—once immediately following your workout and again in the morning mixed in with some oatmeal.

So, what’s the deal with this Multipower Whey Professional stuff? Is it actually worth the hype, or just more overpriced powder sitting on a shelf?

fadedrider17 said:By "taking it," I mean twice a day. Once after my workout and once in the morning with some oatmeal.

What’s the verdict on Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey?

If it says WHEY in the title, don't get played.

fadedrider17 said:By "taking it," I mean twice a day—once right after my workout and again in the morning mixed with some oats.

So, what's the deal with Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey? Is it actually any good?

People aren't exactly raving about it on this thread, but honestly, those posts are pretty old school.

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