Don't Get Conned! The Best Protein Supplement to Build Muscle
The first and most important supplement you ever buy will likely be a Protein Powder or Shake of some kind.
Protein is the very building blocks of muscle. Without it you can train in the Gym until your hearts content but you will never put on an inch of quality muscle.
All Protein Powders Are Not Made Equal
Did you know that by purchasing a sub standard Protein Powder you could be throwing your money away and sabotaging muscle growth?
On the upside, taking the right Kind of Protein powder at the RIGHT time will greatly increase your muscle building potential.
Time to learn what the best Protein Supplements to build muscle are...
Whey Protein
Whey based protein powders are the most popular supplements on the market. They have established this reputation from the fact that they have an extremely fast absorption rate that means that they get to the muscles very quickly and are perfect for building lean muscle. After a workout, this is the best type of Protein shake to get down you since the body will immediately use it to start building up muscles.
Whey Protein shakes can be used throughout the day and are particularly effective as pre and post workout supplementation.
Casein Protein
The opposite of Whey in terms of digestion speed. Casein is the slowest absorbed protein powder and as such is less effective than Whey as a pre or post workout shake.
Instead it should be used when the body is likely to need protein over a long period of time. Most usually this would be at night when the bodies digestive systems are still functioning but you usually wouldn't be eating. Taking Casein based shake just before bed is the single most effective way of preventing your body from breaking down your hard earned muscle overnight.
Weight Gainer/Meal Replacement Protein Shakes
These types of Protein shakes are used by people who are trying to add Mass or overall size. Protein shakes of this variety are the only ones out of the three we have looked at so far that also contain Carbohydrates in any substantial quantities.
This makes them great for people who are looking to increase their overall Calorific intake but are unwilling or unable to eat the required quantities of solid food.
They can be taken at any time, but care should be taken to check the sugar content of less expensive brands to avoid empty Calories.
Protein Bars
Containing high levels of Protein, many Bars mix both Whey and Casein into their products. They can be classed in a similar way to Weight Gainers and Meal Replacements because they too contain a high number of Carbohydrates.
Although tasty and effective for those of us looking for to grab a reasonably healthy snack on the go, they are not a long-term alternative to freshly prepared whole food sources. Although tasty and generally low Glycemic (meaning they release their energy over a long period of time) They are relatively expensive and should be used sparingly.
The Secret
Like anything. You tend to get what you pay for. The more expensive brands will have manufactured their Protein using cutting edge technology and quality sources all contributing to a better quality product.
There is no substitute for a full and balanced Diet but a good quality protein powder can and will make a substantial difference to your muscle building progress.
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