If you started going to the gym, then among the people who work out there? You can often hear the term "protein." What it is? and what is protein for? Let's try to figure it out.
What is protein for? Its composition and properties
The less time is left until the summer, the more guys and girls begin to think about the state of their figure. Regular sports and, of course, sports nutrition will help you to tighten your body, tone muscles and improve your own health. This includes protein protein. What is protein for? Roughly speaking, it is taken to build muscle. How is this happening? The fact is that proteins make up most of the muscle mass. They are used to lose weight, maintain good physical shape and, as previously mentioned, increase muscle volume.
How to take protein?
Talk about a protein shake. In appearance, it is a beige powder (the color can be changed due to flavorings or dyes). Typically, protein is sold in a jar of 1-2 kilograms. Natural powder is not cheap. For a kilogram jar of good protein you have to pay 1000 - 2500 rubles. Of course, you can find places where the product is much cheaper (about 400-700), but often it is bulk powder without a designated brand, composition and date of manufacture. If you do not want to harm your health, then we do not recommend taking such a protein. Protein can be purchased at a sports nutrition store (absolutely any) or online. We pass directly to the main question. This protein is usually taken in portions: one portion in the morning, a portion before and after training. If you do not exercise every day, then you should not drink protein, because you can quickly gain fat instead of muscle mass. So, the powder is usually mixed with water, milk or fruit juice (this must be indicated on the packaging of the product you purchased).
The liquid should not be hot, otherwise the protein will simply curl up and lose the bulk of its properties. How many milliliters of liquid to add to a serving of protein should also be indicated by the manufacturer on the label.
Do you need protein?
You already know what kind of protein it is. You will also know what protein is for. Now let's see if you need to drink protein shakes. Many say about the dangers of this protein. It is not true. A good, natural protein, which is taken in the right amount and at the right time, cannot harm. But before taking the protein, it is better to consult a doctor for advice if there is a suspicion that the body will not want to perceive the protein. Most likely, you decided to take such cocktails to add muscle mass, but remember, even if you start to use them, then in a month do not expect to have a figure like that of a guy with a package. In order to look like this, for years they have been eating completely different drugs, far from being as harmless as protein. You can also consult your trainer about whether you should consume this protein.