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SHOULD I SLUG BACK A PROTEIN SHAKE POST-WORKOUT?

SHOULD I SLUG BACK A PROTEIN SHAKE POST-WORKOUT?

If you're trying to become more muscular then you've probably come across the idea that the very last rep of your workout should be a bicep curl of your protein shake up to your lips. The magazines and the bro in the supplement store insist that you need a protein shake instantly following a workout. "It's the post-workout anabolic window bro, if you miss that, you've wasted your workout."

But the science isn't anywhere near as clear-cut. It appears that the most important factor in terms of the effects of protein on muscle growth is your overall daily intake and an immediate post-workout shake will have minimal effects, if any. (Check out the article linked below)

This doesn't necessarily mean that you shouldn't supplement with protein powder. I will still drink a protein shake after the gym if I'm on the go, but it's because I'm normally pretty hungry with little access to food, and not for the magical bro gains.

https://www.nsca.com/education/articles/the_timing_of_postexercise_protein_ingestion/

CORONATION CHICKEN

CORONATION CHICKEN

LOW-FAT, HIGH-PROTEIN CORONATION CHICKEN

A low-fat, high-protein take on a summer classic. 

GREEK YOGHURT SMOOTHIE

GREEK YOGHURT SMOOTHIE

BELTING BLUEBERRY SMOOTHIE

Short on time in the morning? Give this super-quick, super-tasty smoothie a go!

GO GREEK FOR BREAKFAST

GO GREEK FOR BREAKFAST

GOOD MORNING GRANOLA

Start your day with this really simple protein-packed breakfast. 

GO GREEK FOR FAT LOSS

GO GREEK FOR FAT LOSS

PROTEIN PACKED YOGHURT

Bumping up your protein intake is important for fat loss and essential for muscle growth. Greek Yoghurt can be a handy little addition to your nutritional arsenal. 

SERIOUS SNACKS

SERIOUS SNACKS

DELICIOUS DATE BARS  

Give these a whirl for a snack on-the-go. Super simple to make, all natural ingredients and they taste far better than any pre-made protein bar.  

FIGHTING FAT

FIGHTING FAT

DITCH THE "DIET"

A huge part of weight loss comes down to what you eat. However, dubious "diets" are not the answer. Take control of your eating habits and implement these simple steps for fat loss. 

GO GREEN

GO GREEN

SPINACH, APPLE AND LIME

Everyone seems to be ill at the moment. Boost your immune system with this simple green smoothie which is packed with goodness. 

MUSCLE MEALS

MUSCLE MEALS

SPICY CINNAMON CHICKEN

I'm still on a mission to spice up chicken!

Here's another interesting way of making chicken breasts delicious. Cook a couple for dinner or cook them in bulk in advance, either way, they are much tastier than boring old plain chicken. Most importantly, its extremely easy.