Should I take a protein shake?

[Mobert]

Hi,

I have been lifting for 2 months now. My goals are to lose fat (lots to lose 5'9 210Lbs) and gain some nice muscle mass. So far I have lost 10Lbs (a little less then I had expected at this point) It does show a bit. I have also put on a good amount of muscle I can see my body taking form.

I currently take Twin Labs Ultra Fuel post workouts (96g of carbs) I've hears that having a carb drink is important to the muscles post workout. Is This still a good thing to do with my goals in mind or could it be stopping me from losing more weight?

I have also heard that you should take a protein drink post workout. Should I be taking this also? or would it add too many cals to my day.

I currently take in between 2400-3000 cals a day. (inclueded with the ultra fuel on workout days)

Thanks for any advice or help

 

[gymtime]

Get rid of the carb drink. If you're trying to lose weight/fat, you don't need to supplement carbs. You'll likely get plenty in your regular diet. If you want to put on lean muscle, stick to high protien/low carb/low calorie protein shakes.

 

[Ingram]

Carb drink = bad idea.
Protein shake = much better idea.

If you’re trying to lose weight you definitely do not want to be taking that Carb drink. The protein drink is what you need. Now you will be wasting your money if you take just one shake after a workout. If you can afford to, drink a few of them a day (everyday). Post your traning split and what foods you would eat in a typical day. So we can pick it apart and make fun of you. Whoops! I mean so we can help you reach your goals sooner.

 

[mlomker]

I currently take in between 2400-3000 cals a day. (inclueded with the ultra fuel on workout days)

If you're eating 300 grams of protein/day then you're good. I know I couldn't eat that much real meat...makes me ill just thinking about it. Protein shakes are a good thing.

 

[Mobert]

Thanks. I have read a LOT that it is important to have a port workout carb drink to "replenish muscle glycogen". Is this not true? Or is it just not true in someone a bit overweight?

My routine is this:

Mon: sit ups.. Leg lifts. .pushups.. dumbbell curls.. dumbbell rows.. tricept press.. sholder press.. 5 min of stair stepping
Tue: sit ups.. Leg lifts.. pushups.. dumbbell curls.. dumbbell rows.. tricept press.. sholder press
Wed: a 2mile or so walk
Thu: sit ups.. Leg lifts.. pushups.. dumbbell curls.. dumbbell rows.. tricept press.. sholder press
Fri: sit ups.. Leg lifts.. pushups.. dumbbell curls.. dumbbell rows.. tricept press.. sholder press.. 5 min of stair stepping
Sat: Nothing
Sun: Nothing

Food is basicly:

Morning: Coffee (a must!) A Bowl of cheerios or 2 eggs
Lunch: An 8oz cheeze Burger
Dinner: Turkey with noodles and sauce.

Thanks again

 

[sysopt]

Don't listen to that shit, "you don't need carbs." To optimize the anabolic process you need both. I take twin labs mass fuel after weightlifting. Loaded with everything essential for muscle recovery.

In my opinion, the best way to loose fat is through intensive weight training. You should change your rountine a bit. You should concentrate the most on the larger muscles of your body which include your ass, thighs, back, and chest. You're missing exercises that work your ass, thighs, and chest. For your chest you could do dumbbell presses. For your ass and thighs I would do squats, and if you can't do that then do lunges. Also, you should wait a minimum of 48 hours between working the same muscle, possibly more. good luck.

 

[=w=]

sysopt is 100% right about you needing both. Not only will the fast acting carbs replenish muscle glycogen it will switch your body from a catabolic to an anabolic enviroment and it will give you a insulin spike which will help your body shuttle nutrients into the muscle. Protein and carbs in a 2:1 carb to protein ratio (1:1 at the very least is ideal. You may not need the full 96 grams of carbs however, you may want to try a 3/4 or 1/2 serving. Keep the post workout carbs!!!!!!!!!

 

[Ingram]

Mobert, I’d beef up that diet a bit with some protein shakes, and if possible try and change the cheeseburger to chicken or tuna (W/ Light Mayo if any). For breakfast it would be great if you could toss a few more eggs in there. (2 whole eggs and 3+ egg whites would be great) You need to up the protein and try to cut out allot of the unnecessary fats.

As for your training… You’ve got to split up your body parts and do a hell of allot more cardio at least 20 mins four times a week. Remember you are trying to lose weight. I would suggest you look for a book called “Body for Life” it sounds gay and shit but it would be perfect for your situation.

 

[THE BOUNCER]

Thanks. I have read a LOT that it is important to have a port workout carb drink to "replenish muscle glycogen". Is this not true? Or is it just not true in someone a bit overweight?

My routine is this:

Mon: sit ups.. Leg lifts. .pushups.. dumbbell curls.. dumbbell rows.. tricept press.. sholder press.. 5 min of stair stepping
Tue: sit ups.. Leg lifts.. pushups.. dumbbell curls.. dumbbell rows.. tricept press.. sholder press
Wed: a 2mile or so walk
Thu: sit ups.. Leg lifts.. pushups.. dumbbell curls.. dumbbell rows.. tricept press.. sholder press
Fri: sit ups.. Leg lifts.. pushups.. dumbbell curls.. dumbbell rows.. tricept press.. sholder press.. 5 min of stair stepping
Sat: Nothing
Sun: Nothing

Food is basicly:

Morning: Coffee (a must!) A Bowl of cheerios or 2 eggs
Lunch: An 8oz cheeze Burger
Dinner: Turkey with noodles and sauce.

Thanks again

bwahahaha! You actully go to a gym and do the same exact routine everyday accept for the weekend?

 

[THE BOUNCER]

not trying to flame you or anything bro. it's just that you need to change that routine as soon as you can.