Protein: The The Body's Building Blocks!

Protein (4 calories per gram) is vital for the growth, repair, recovery, and successful long-term maintenance of your body’s tissues. Proteins have long complicated bonds and serve as the building blocks for your body, protein is crucial for muscle development, immune function, and the production of literally every cell in your body. 

All Aboard the Gains Train!

Your "anabolic window" is the period post-workout when your muscles are especially ready for nutrient uptake. Having a healthy balanced meal, with large amounts of protein, within 30 to 40 minutes of exercise is recommended to maximize your window for efficient growth and recovery.

Did You Guys Hear that Duck?

In the beginning as your body adjusts to the change in diet and increase in protein, you might experience more gas, bloating, and runs to the bathroom with much more frequency than you’re used to. This is a common and crappy reality for many but often goes unspoken for obvious reasons. Let’s take the time to clear some things up though:

• It is a positive sign your body is properly adapting and using these nutrients, and flushing the waste out.

• It may take a few weeks or months for your bowels to adjust but it will get better. 

• If not, consult with a medical professional as it may be a sign of a larger issue.

Table of the best types of protein and when to consume them.

What You Need to Know

The Golden Rule

• “So How Much Protein Should I Consume?”  is the question all individuals ask being 1 - 1.5 grams of protein per pound of body weight EVERY DAY, with clean and healthy proteins from foods being the priority. Those with serious muscle and strength gain goals, as well as those with weight loss priorities, should be strictly following this rule while those who want just normal health and pain-free goals can get away with 60% daily minimum of your body weight. Nothing is not an option though!

Your Body Will Thank You, I Promise 

• While it may seem like a lot and may have even taken your breath away, I guarantee you it is much easier than you think and adds up quickly. In fact, the more you can safely consume, the better your body will feel and the faster you will achieve your goals. 

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