mikeyb10supra Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Guys have any off you used this to supplement your training?? im thinking of buying a tub as my job stops me from getting enough protein when im training so need a quick fix? Anyone Mikey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Just started training myself at the start of the year, bit of a new years resolution have been using myprotein.co.uk 's Unflavoured Whey Protein Concentrate 80 (EURO) You cant beat it for value for money. If you go here http://www.myprotein.co.uk/?page=online-price-matcher and put in the following site into there online price matcher http://www.sports-nutrition.net you'll get it even cheaper at 22.93 and p & p included. Also if you use my referal code MP11852 you shud get 5% off your first order. Its a big tub too shud keep you going for a few months, i just mix it with water and its not too bad. A lot of the supplements out there are overpriced imo with big marketing schemes/bright labels, dont have any experience of the product you mention tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl0s Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 I tell you what *doesn't* taste like shit - SK-Sports shakes. The owner has a Noble too (SK5 5 SKS ). He likes Supras as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mk47 Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Theres so many protein products available! I use dymatise 'elite' its pretty good and does not taste nasty. http://sshealthfoods.com/pages.php?page=lt.powders&details=0184 berry blast is the best flavour. its around 26gr each serving. or you can go for whey excel if your into training hardcore its slightly more expensive though around £40 a tub. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyotasuprauk Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 I recommend Reflex instant Whey, tastes really good, mixes so easy and good value for money especially compared to the rip of Maximuscle shakes I used to get. There are loads to choose from though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Guys have any off you used this to supplement your training?? im thinking of buying a tub as my job stops me from getting enough protein when im training so need a quick fix? Anyone Mikey This all depends on what your aim is. Are you body building or just going for a good shape? If you are body building I would go for Dorian Yates Pro Mass. This tastes quite nice and is basically full of calories , carbs and proteins. With this it would be a case of putting a lot of muscle mass on and also some fat .You would have to strip down later on a high protein low carb supplement like as said above Reflex instant whey. If you are simply going for improved muscle mass I would use something like Reflex simple whey as you will gain lean muscle only. I would double up the servings to 40g . There is so many good supplements about these days you are spoilt for choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbonut Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 This all depends on what your aim is. Are you body building or just going for a good shape? If you are simply going for improved muscle mass I would use something like Reflex simple whey as you will gain lean muscle only. I would double up the servings to 40g . this is a good one, choice of flavours and doesnt taste like wallpaper paste. Good website for reduced prices is: http://www.affordablesupplements.co.uk They stock all the best known makes and some lesser known ones, they can also advise and even tailor you a FREE supplements programme, very knowledgable lot and v helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyb10supra Posted March 5, 2007 Author Share Posted March 5, 2007 im a strength trainer, compund movements only, deadlifts, rows, squats and military press, its my diet letting me down though, I find it very hard to get enough quality food at work which is negating my training gains hence the need for an additional supplement Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colsoop Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Im with Rayman Get unflavoured Whey. You don't pay a premium for flavourings that are added and it is better value. If the taste is off putting then buy a tub of nesquik and add a teaspoon (watch the sugar though) The best thing i found for mixing supllements is a cappucino whisker (the little hand held propellor) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lambertpig Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 i have used 90+ its ok they are all pretty much as good as each other .For strength training worry more about quantity of food more than anything else. i can get strong on a diet of crap as long as its a big heap of it;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellis Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 I use PHD Pharma Whey - tried Vanilla (foul), Strawberry (sickly) and now use the Chocolate (tasty!) You can get all sors cheap from here http://www.monstersupplements.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merckx Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Just started training myself at the start of the year, bit of a new years resolution have been using myprotein.co.uk 's Unflavoured Whey Protein Concentrate 80 (EURO) You cant beat it for value for money. I use this too. To mix it I use a plastic drinks bottle with lid, fill it half full with water and then add the powder and shake a few times. No lumps at all and it's very easy to clean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyb10supra Posted March 5, 2007 Author Share Posted March 5, 2007 i have used 90+ its ok they are all pretty much as good as each other .For strength training worry more about quantity of food more than anything else. i can get strong on a diet of crap as long as its a big heap of it;) trouble is I dont want to lose the shape I have at the moment, I know im naturally going to put a little weight on if im starting a bulking diet, ive always been a hard gainer myself or maybe not, perhaps im not eating enough food im going back to the old 3 eggs and brown toast in the morning, protein shake + 4 wheatabix between breakfast and lunch Tuna sarnies at lunch, pasta before my workout, protein shake straight after and dinner shortly after that My strength training is very heavy compund movements 3-5 reps hardly never to failure prob 1-2 reps short 5 times a week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilly Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 I dont agree with all this supplement shit. I've been training for ten years now. I used to take the shakes, aminos, creatine andvitamins. Used to spend a fortune. I didn't really see any major gains, apart from a bigger gut!! Now i eat a healthy diet with a bit more protein in from chicken, fish, eggs etc. Basically it meat with every meal, or a six egg omelette. I've not lost any muscle mass. I think its all bollocks unless your into steriods and bodybuilding is your life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lambertpig Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 I dont agree with all this supplement shit. I've been training for ten years now. I used to take the shakes, aminos, creatine andvitamins. Used to spend a fortune. I didn't really see any major gains, apart from a bigger gut!! Now i eat a healthy diet with a bit more protein in from chicken, fish, eggs etc. Basically it meat with every meal, or a six egg omelette. I've not lost any muscle mass. I think its all bollocks unless your into steriods and bodybuilding is your life. very true mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyotasuprauk Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 I totally understand what you are saying however IMO you don’t need to take any supplements IF you can eat enough at the right time to get enough protein. If you can’t eat enough or just get so sick of having to eat more eggs, more chicken breasts or you just can stomach any more tuna then a protein shake is an excellent way to bump up your protein intake plus it’s cheaper than buying food and it tastes good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilly Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 The average person has about 90 grams of protein a day. Most average weight trainers need to double that. Average grams of protein: Chicken breast 30 - 35 Tin of tuna 30 -35 1 egg 5 - 10 It really doesn't take a great deal to get 180 grams of protein a day. Granted, a protein shake will have about 30 grams in it, but unless you buy the real expensive stuff it will be filled with sugar and additves to make it taste better. You can hace a six egg omlette using six egg whites and 3 yolks. giving you about 45 grams of protein. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevie Boy Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 I'm all for the Rocky-style 4 raw eggs in a tall glass to start the day, Mmmmm Yummy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nicholas Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 I have a big mac a day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyotasuprauk Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 I'm all for the Rocky-style 4 raw eggs in a tall glass to start the day, Mmmmm Yummy! I've never had a raw egg, sound really nasty though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDO Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 If your not too botherd about it being shakes.. try maximuscle protein bars.. they were recomended to me by a doc while i was recovering from a operation.. they done the trick, and i also use them in my diet when training for a fight.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevie Boy Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 I've never had a raw egg, sound really nasty though! Have you had mayonaise before? thats just blitzed-up raw egg with oil added! Not as nasty as raw egg alone tho! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 The nutrition experts say to build muscle you want to be aiming at 1 gram of protein per pound in body weight. You really want to be spreading your protein intake out over the day-no more than 50 grams every 2.5 hours. The supplements as said above are only an alternative to if you can not get the right amount of proteins,carbs in your normal everyday diet. The main advantages are that they have all the amino acids ,glutamines etc to shuttle the protein into your muscles and break down and rebuild the muscle properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colsoop Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 i was always told 2 grames per pound . I think the main advantage of the supplements is that you don't have to prepare anything (cook your chicken or omelette) you can blitz up a milkshake and have your 30 grammes of protein in 20 seconds. this is particulalrly useful for those that don't get long for lunch or are busy. I find it hard to physically eat that much protein (i weigh 165 lbs) Not to mention the cost as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyotasuprauk Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 I heard 1.5-2 grams per pound. Its hard to eat that much protein. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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