Whey Protein Shakes

[Chicklady]

I see. Does lugging your own excess baggage around count as "weight work"?
I've seen reci[es that called for whey protein powder of some sort, but have been hesitant to add more protein.

[keriann_forgoodthistime]

chicklady,

here is a good bit of information on whey protein and why one should use it while exercising: whey protein

[Chicklady]

Interesting article. What carbs do you guys take with it?

[TogaGirl]

Thanks for the suggestions everyone! I'm gonna try mixing up some fruits like suggested. Ended up getting syntrax nectar whey protein isolate in crystal sky (0 carbs). (kinda punchy tasting) a bit sweet for my taste but doable. At least it kills any possible cravings I might have for anything juice related-- i think the random grittiness does that... yuck... Anyway, just got back from my "evil" trainer and am dipping myself in the hot tub so there's a slight chance I can move later.... Oh the things we do for bikinis... hahaha Thanks again!

PS NewToAtkins, I like to use the word uber at least once a week.... feels darn good!

[NewToAtkins]

Originally Posted by TogaGirl

Thanks for the suggestions everyone! I'm gonna try mixing up some fruits like suggested. Ended up getting syntrax nectar whey protein isolate in crystal sky (0 carbs). (kinda punchy tasting) a bit sweet for my taste but doable. At least it kills any possible cravings I might have for anything juice related-- i think the random grittiness does that... yuck... Anyway, just got back from my "evil" trainer and am dipping myself in the hot tub so there's a slight chance I can move later.... Oh the things we do for bikinis... hahaha Thanks again!

PS NewToAtkins, I like to use the word uber at least once a week.... feels darn good!

I think that's uber great!...and apparently catching on!

[TogaGirl]

yeah... all the cool kids are doing it

[AndyandChristie]

Originally Posted by rweeks

Always add fats to your protein shake so your body does not convert the protein to glucose easily. THis is a mistake that a lot of people make.

What do you mean add fats? Like mix the powder with something?

Ive never used any kind of protien suppliment before, but would like to start as we'll be starting to work out on a more regular basis here soon.

Is it a bad idea to add this to my diet during the induction phase?

[kpoll19]

I use a product from Nussentials that has 20 grams of whey protein per serving. You can read about it at www.nussentials.com/kelly
It is called LESS.

We even have college teams that instruct their players to use after a workout for lean muscle.

[TheMasterMind776]

Look at Myoplex. I don't think they have any sugar and very very low in carbs.

[Chicklady]

So you ladies had me checking out the whey protein The thing I read that really caught my eye was that several places said that it works better when consumed with carbs at the same time after a workout. I'm guessing you all don't do that!?!