question about protien shakes

[solargirl]

Right now I drink 4 per day because I dont eat meat.
usually I only drink about 2 ..but because im training more then usual I have been drinking more..1st question..do you think I need 4 through out the day..or is 2 or 3 ok.

2nd question..is it better to have it before ot after the gym if i go in the mroning.

Thanks!

 

[atherjen]

what are you doing for training in the morning? if its cardio your fine without. if your lifting, you need some carbs and protein before hand., and not necessarlya shake. As well as postworkout you need a fast acting protein, ie. whey protein and a high glycemic carb, ex: dextrose.

IMO you are relying on shakes far too much in your diet. 2/day is your best bet. remember that it takes energy for your body to break down whole foods.
are you vegetarian? do you eat dairy? eggs?

 

[Fyre]

I'm curious as well whether you are a lacto-ova vegetarian or are u a vegan? I also feel that you are relying on far too many shakes for your meals. You need real food hun.
Could you perhaps give us a little better idea of how you would eat in a day? That would be very helpful.

 

[40 in 12]

like Fyre said post yout diet, real food food should be the basis of any strong diet, protein shakes should only be used if you are still unable to get enough protein through the day

 

[70w30]

like Fyre said post yout diet, real food food should be the basis of any strong diet, protein shakes should only be used if you are still unable to get enough protein through the day

Correct......food is the best supplement by far.....Shakes for me after my workout with dextrose ......

 

[LiQuiD_FiRe]

not to jack the thread:

Whats the differnce between dextro. and sugar? Or is there?