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Twisted_Steel Pro Bodybuilder Posts: 569 |
posted August 17, 2000 06:00 PM
   
This post is an excerpt taken from a previous response to diet. I would like to share it, and invite any and all comments and perspectives on it. The myth that an athlete need to up his protein to compensate for a lack of carbohydrates "because carbs=fat" is a bullfaced myth. ------------------ IP: Logged |
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Krusher Pro Bodybuilder Posts: 506 |
posted August 17, 2000 06:07 PM
Good fuckin post! I've taken tonnes of protein in the past but now I take less and haven't seen a difference. 1g/lb is plenty and there is no cheap way to get 400g of protein every day. IP: Logged |
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Pharm Animal Amateur Bodybuilder Posts: 114 |
posted August 17, 2000 09:30 PM
krusher... there are ways to get protein for reasonable prices...you just need to shop around....i knew a farm fresh market in california that had fresh chicken breast, skinless/boneless, for $2.28/lb....and i was getting eggs for $.99/dozen....good deals when you're in cali!!! still, it IS a challenge to keep my weekly groceries under $50!!! i like the expensive shit too ------------------ IP: Logged |
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Bchemist Pro Bodybuilder Posts: 246 |
posted August 17, 2000 09:49 PM
Right on bro. I have been lifting for 10 years now and I have done my share of self experimentation as far as nutrition goes. I've done the high protein, moderate protein, cycled protein, etc, and have seen no significant difference. I whole heartedly agree with the maximum of 1g/lb of bodyweight. I also completely believe that we have been brainwashed by the supplement industry that controls the bodybuilding rags. Ever notice that protein "requirements" go up all the time? It's in their best interest to preach protein to make a profit. Our bodies are incredibly efficient when it comes to growth and repair. As long as you have the calories from complex carbs in addition to a moderate amount of protein, your body can synthesize extra protein from the carbs. Read the metabolism sections of the average biochemistry text and you will see. I used to buy into all the marketing bullshit too. I reluctantly accepted what was right in front of me in the books because, after all, it is hard to admit that you were wrong and/or misled for so many years. The only purpose a higher protein diet serves is during low-carb diets. IP: Logged |
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ulter Pro Bodybuilder Posts: 411 |
posted August 17, 2000 09:49 PM
I'm a vegetarian so I use soy protein and it costs me $7/day for 192gm/day. I've twice doubled it in my life and found it made no difference so I stopped. As far as my GI trac goes I don't think I took the 400gms long enough to do any damage, the longest was 12 weeks. But I can tell you that the soy protein seems to clear out pretty easily. IP: Logged |
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Pharm Animal Amateur Bodybuilder Posts: 114 |
posted August 17, 2000 10:04 PM
that's a good point to ponder, bchemist... i think i'd better go dust off my college biochem book...it's been on the shelf for WAY too long! i wanna research this high protein myth for myself, for once and for all the anecdotal evidence is too conflicting to say what amount of protein you really need...everyone has a different opinion!!! just when you thought ya knew it all!! gotta love this board! ------------------ IP: Logged |
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Maverik Pro Bodybuilder Posts: 804 |
posted August 17, 2000 10:08 PM
Yep I have tried eating tons of protien but have never seen much difference between 1 gram per pound and 2 or 3 grams per pound. Glad to hear other people agree. I thought I was the only one. Peace...Mav IP: Logged |
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el cubano Moderator Posts: 673 |
posted August 17, 2000 10:24 PM
You know, certain people might not like what I'm about to say, but I don't use protein powder. I sometimes drink Super Gainer's fuel after a workout, but otherwise that's it. I eat alot of food! ------------------ IP: Logged |
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Pharm Animal Amateur Bodybuilder Posts: 114 |
posted August 17, 2000 10:36 PM
el cubano... i for one feel that food is actually superior to powders....maybe technology still isn't advanced enough to totally mimick the full functionality of foods yet however...we can all agree that powders are quite convenient! ------------------ IP: Logged |
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Beezers Pro Bodybuilder Posts: 203 |
posted August 17, 2000 10:52 PM
I prefer real food too. One shake a day is enough to fill my gaps. It's more satisfying to ingest solid food products. Helps mentaly. ------------------ IP: Logged |
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the truth Pro Bodybuilder Posts: 711 |
posted August 17, 2000 11:00 PM
I agree. I think the ultra high protein diets advocated for BB'ers are mostly marketing ploys. IP: Logged |
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bigpun Amateur Bodybuilder Posts: 50 |
posted August 17, 2000 11:21 PM
Thaankk youu twisted steel!!! I just saved a shitload of money. It seems that whenever I try to jack my protein intake to at least 1g/lb. of bodyweight, I release more gas than a farm full of cows and am stuck on the can for half the day. IP: Logged |
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Pup'nIrn Pro Bodybuilder Posts: 327 |
posted August 18, 2000 09:14 AM
I agree bro!!! I have done a few experiments with it in my time and found the same. The truth is I found it easy to drop water fast but slower to lose fat on the higher protein diets. The high protein diets slow digestion and movement of waste products and that is crutial in a diet phase. I now use a moderate protein diet with high fiber veggies as my carb source to diet down. I used this form of diet this year and it gave me more energy and better mental state to deal with things. I remained stronger and more likely not to midnight splurge in the frig! ------------------ [This message has been edited by Pup'nIrn (edited August 18, 2000).] IP: Logged |
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