Mixing Whey Protein

[landzw]

OK Ive purchased some whey protein concentrated 80% from bulkpowders
Could you give me some ideas of how to mix this up and how much please as i`m new to this

I have used prolab 2 weight gainer but thats flavored and with instructions and i need some ideas , ive been mixing it with milk @ 300ml with 75ml of whey protein 3 times a day

I`m not planning to get big big but sort of jean claud van damn style so i can still practice my martial arts

Does that sound ok?

[virus]

You can take as much as you want really. Just don't neglect your diet and natural and real foods though.

Taking it with milk anytime except after work-out is okay. Milk will slow the absorbing of the protein cause it has Casien.

I take 1.5 scoops with 1/2 cup water.

[jproudj]

I do the same, I put milkshake mix (like nesquik) in mine. If you don't it will taste like unflavoured whey with milk, which isn't very nice. I don't measure any of it. Unfortunately its not sugar free, but I'm sure you could find something healthier. You don't need them 3 times a day though if your diet is decent. It's not magic, it's just food.

Bulk is the way to go, I get 5kg for £20 as opposed to 900grams for £20, and they all taste ****e.

[landzw]

Thanks for the replys , just out of interest then how often should i take whey protein?

[virus]

Depends on what your diet looks like which by the sounds of it (no offense) is not good.

I just take my whey once after workout.

[landzw]

My diet is mainly fairly healthy foods

I will start the day of with a cereal like crunchy nut cornflakes or the new sustain which has added protein

First snack at work will be yogurt with a grain bar and a light chocolate bar like a kit kat or crunchy

Lunch will be a banana , and strawberries with another grain bar but different make / flavour

next snack would be just fruit

Dinner can be anything from a chicken and paster or rice to red meats but in general nothing to bad . only once a week i would have oven chips

I drink a lot water throughout the day and will drink a further pint or orange or pineapple juice a day

I do eat peanuts when with have them and will have a bit more chocolate on either sat or sunday apart from that thats really it

I train 4 days a week with weights and 1 day in full contact kick boxing , used to play squash once a week with the wife but shes pregnant so thats gone out the window

So is there any advice in anything else i should eat ?

i`m not trying to get large , just to get good size muscles so i just look good
So its more slim and cut i guess

[joemomma]

You need more real protein, especially at lunch. Something like some grilled chicken or tuna fish or something, or even lean beef. You could sub something for the candy bars, too but I understand you have to have something to keep you sane

[landzw]

Thanks i will see what i can do about lunch

I will take the whey protein twice a day i think morning with milk and one mid afternoon with water on training nights and milk on none training nights

I`m trying to avoid to take to much and then my size becomes reliant on any additives i take if you understand what i mean

[virus]

On training nights, take your protein with juice (not a citrus) or water right after you workout and if you want, in the morning (milk is good.)

Couldn't agree more about the diet. Good thing though is there's alot of options for you. lol

[SunnyInc.]

Originally Posted by joemomma

You need more real protein, especially at lunch. Something like some grilled chicken or tuna fish or something, or even lean beef. You could sub something for the candy bars, too but I understand you have to have something to keep you sane

QFT.

Get rid of the candy bars and replace them with a couple of cans of tuna.

Maybe try having a couple of plain eggs on toast a couple of mornings per week too. That'd be good for you.

[red-i]

Originally Posted by landzw

Thanks i will see what i can do about lunch

I will take the whey protein twice a day i think morning with milk and one mid afternoon with water on training nights and milk on none training nights

I`m trying to avoid to take to much and then my size becomes reliant on any additives i take if you understand what i mean

not sure if this is true but i've heard some of the enzymes in milk negatively affect the absorbtion of the whey protein from your protein powder. what I read said to use soy milk or just plain water to be most effective.

[virus]

Exactly red, thats why hes taking them during the day and times that it actually is better for the protein to be absorbed better.

Notice that after workout he has water.

[landzw]

Thanks guys i think ive got a much idea now on how and what to eat/take during the day

[ambientdeath]

Yes, protein powder with water after workout. Your body needs it badly right after workout, so give it to it quickly by using water for fast digestion.

All other times, protein powder with milk for slower and longer lasting absorption to keep the metabolism burning. Especially before bed. Throw in some cottage cheese, very high in casein before bed too.

[virus]

Originally Posted by landzw

Thanks guys i think ive got a much idea now on how and what to eat/take during the day

Would ya mind sharing? Include your height n weight...

[landzw]

i`m 182cm heigh and i`m roughly 205lbs