Common Mistakes with Protein Timing

A. All Protein At One Time Consumed!

Yes, it’s easy to pile all your protein in one or two monster gallons of food, but this is not a great way to build muscles. You’re only able to use so much protein in one go, so the rest is wasted. With protein spread throughout the day, 3-4 times a day, you will keep your MPS up and maintain better muscle growth.

B. Ignoring Protein on Rest Days

You don’t need to worry about protein timing when you’re not training? Think again! And on rest days your muscles are still repairing and expanding, so maintaining your protein intake is as important as ever. Losing protein on these days results in the breakdown of muscle tissue and decreased progress. So, stay on protein even when you’re laying low to promote optimal recovery and long term muscle growth.

C. Over-Reliance on Supplements

Protein bars and shakes are convenient but should not be your go-to protein source. Plant-based foods, such as chicken, fish, eggs, and beans, provide more nutrients, are more satisfied, and are more efficiently absorbed. Supplements are just that, supplements. Give them a go and use them to fill the blanks in your meals but keep real, whole foods at the heart of your muscle-building meal plan.

So if you know how to dodge these pitfalls, your protein plan will be fine tuned to build the most muscles, while making more gains faster!