4 major protein mistakes!

We all know protein is an important part of our diets. By definition, protein is any of a class of nitrogenous organic compounds that consist of large molecules composed of one   or more long chains of amino acids and are an essential part of all living organisms, especially as structural components of body tissues such as muscle, hair, collagen, etc., and as enzymes and antibodies.
So now that we have the technical out of the way, here are 4 of the biggest protein mistakes I have witnessed more often than not.

 

1) Not having a protein based breakfast

The first mistake often happens in the morning. What did you have for breakfast today? Think about it; was it a high carb, sugary food like cereal, toast or a muffin? Don’t be fooled, a high sugar breakfast might give you the boost you need to start the morning, but it will also cause huge fluctuations in your blood sugar and energy levels. Instead, try out having a breakfast that contains complex high fibre carbs and protein such as boiled eggs, oatmeal with yogurt or a scoop of protein mixed in – great for halting the muscle breakdown effects of an overnight fast and for supporting muscling recovery from your gym session the day before. Try it out for a couple days and tell me you don’t feel more energized throughout your day and morning. Remember, you just woke up after having no nutrition enter your body for most likely 8+hours, your body NEEDS it!

2) Eating too much protein in one sitting

Although most people have a low protein breakfast, they tend to have a high protein meal in the evening. This will help to reach overall daily protein targets, but its not the best way to do it, research shows that a serving of 20-40g of protein is optimal for muscle synthesis and growth. That whole chicken you eat after the gym or big slab of steak will have a bigger impact on your wallet than your muscles. Just one palm size serving should be enough for most people, and if you need more you will most likely know it

3) Not having protein with every meal

By only eating 3 times a day, you are missing out on key opportunities to increase your protein intake and support your muscle maintenance and growth. Missing snacks could be detrimental to your goals since, long periods of time without food especially protein, results in the muscle protein being broken down to be used for energy and other functions in the body. Try to have 5-6 small meals each day; creating a protein drip feed effect; optimizing the rate of muscle synthesis and gains. Products like P90X protein bars and Shakeology are great as a snack or meal as they are high in protein and high in fiber, the opposite of many typical snacks or easy meals available. I’m looking at you fast food!

4) Not having protein after exercise

Intense exercise can increase the rates of both muscle protein synthesis and muscle protein breakdown for over 24 hours after finishing. Muscle breakdown is one of the reasons you will feel s ore the day after training, and while it might initially sound bad, it is actually the first part of developing a stronger more powerful body. A protein rich meal or shake is ideal immediately after exercise as it supports muscle maintenance, repair and growth and also provides carbohydrates to replenish your carbohydrate stores.

So lets be honest now, are you guilty of any of these 4 protein mistakes? If so which ones? Let me know and we’ll work on getting you on track!

Shakeology, and why I recommend it!

Shakeology is your daily dose of dense nutrition. It’s simply the most delicious, superfood-packed protein shake on the planet, and I drink it everyday!

With everything packed into Shakeology, you could spend more than $700 on supplements, just to re-create all the healthy ingredients in one bag. But why do that? For only about $4 a serving, you can get it all in one delicious shake! I myself have been doing it for over 3 years now and can say I’m a better person for it hands down.

How Shakeology gets you healthy from the inside out:

• Fiber and probiotics help you “get regular” so you eliminate toxins built up in your digestive system from years of eating processed foods.
• Proprietary blend of prebiotics and probiotics help create a healthy intestinal tract which aids digestion.
• A healthier digestive system makes it easier to absorb key nutrients.
• Digestive enzymes also help your body to increase the absorption of nutrients.
• Lose weight – especially if you replace a meal with Shakeology every day.
• Increase your energy and feel healthier.
• Proteins, Vitamins, and Minerals help reduce hunger and food cravings.
• Antioxidants and Phytonutrients help detoxify and protect the body against free radical damage.
• Adaptogen Herbs help increase energy and combat stress.

Shakeology is the simple recipe for success. You won’t feel deprived, because every delicious shake tastes like a treat. The proteins and healthy fats will help you feel fuller longer, so you’re less likely to snack. Superfoods help your body reduce cravings for junk food. Plus increased energy means your workouts feel easier! And who doesn’t want that??

Shakeology also “short-circuits” your urge to snack. Say sayonara to those junk food cravings you have, healthier choices are on the horizon. You’re feeding your body the nutrients it needs, so it feels more satisfied. And a satisfied body is a body not left wanting.

To top all of this off, there are more than 70 super-nutritious ingredients contained within shakeology!

So after all of this of course there is more, I could go on and on but let’s sum it up with a few more things that might catch your eye. These are all things that appealed to me, with the amount I workout and the stress we all put on our bodies daily, it helps to have so much in one simple shake that:

• Aids in building and repairing muscles
• Promotes ideal blood sugar levels
• Promotes healthy skin, hair, and nails

 Remember the last time you felt tired, spent, and just plain gassed not even half way through the day? For me it was years ago, before I even heard of Shakeology, which can be considered a secret weapon for increasing energy and endurance. Shakeology protects the body from stress, supports endocrine and hormone balance as well as a strong immune system. Brain function gets a boost as well to promote alert thinking and a positive mood, also supports a healthy libido!

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