Protein Powder: Need help

**5918mike** · 10-31-16, 02:45 PM

I use Phormula-1 from 1st Phorm. Great flavors and dissolves fast and complete. I've also used their Ignition product for post workouts combined with the protein.

**stackz125** · 10-31-16, 03:27 PM

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**mngambler** · 10-31-16, 03:34 PM

Been using BSN for a few years now, best protein I've ever had...it's a good clean protein and all the flavors taste amazing, (the milk chocolate seriously tastes exactly like a chocolate frosty from Wendy's) not cheap but as with anything else you get what you pay for: http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/bsn/synth.html

**THE_LOCKSMITH** · 10-31-16, 03:45 PM

Ask TTwarrior he is the expert on workout nutrition here...

**sportsfan9698** · 10-31-16, 04:01 PM

Protein powders are a hoax and as overrated as sports drinks.

Eat a healthy nutritious diet, and plenty of it. BY FAR the best approach... but I know gym rats don't want to hear that

**mngambler** · 10-31-16, 04:20 PM

Originally posted by sportsfan9698

Protein powders are a hoax and as overrated as sports drinks.

Eat a healthy nutritious diet, and plenty of it. BY FAR the best approach... but I know gym rats don't want to hear that

no sh*t sherlock...do you understand the definition of the word 'supplement'? it's to supplement when there isn't time to get in healthy meals all day long...at 200lbs I don't have the time or the stomach to eat 200grams worth of protein in my diet so I supplement at work with a shake. Not sure how clean protein can be a hoax? is a chicken breast a hoax as well? I would agree pretty much everything else is a hoax but supplementing with Protein and Creatine when you can't get enough in your regular diet have been proven over and over to be beneficial

**recon1** · 10-31-16, 04:21 PM

You'll wanna use a whey based protein powder. Just be careful, it may disrupt your bowels, if it does cut way back.

Anybody that says all protein powder is bad, just doesn't know what's up.

**TheMoneyShot** · 10-31-16, 04:51 PM

Rudy - Several things you need to ask yourself before purchasing a protein powder.

1. Do you want added fats in it?
2. How many sugars do you want per serving?
3. Are you on a budget?
4. Also, does it digest properly. Um... will it give you the sh#$s?

Isopure - Vanilla is probably the best protein powder ever made but you might want to throw in some blended fruit to give it flavor.

Optimum Nutrition - They have an advanced protein powder that includes the proper Amino Acids that your muscles need before/after a workout. They have a 100% natural protein with no preservatives etc.

If any of this stuff is turning your stomach... discontinue.... and find a brand that digests properly. Otherwise it's useless.

Personally I use this whenever I'm getting sick of the same foods over and over again....

**Ralphie Halves** · 10-31-16, 04:59 PM

Whey protein is the Nickelback of protein powders. It's still the most commonly used because it's still relatively cheap, and back when that's all there was, it still has a name that people associate with muscle-building, even though way better options have surfaced in the last 15 years.

Not going to go into specific brands because i don't know what you're looking to do, but hemp or pea protein is a better option than soy or whey. Start there.

**BigOrange** · 10-31-16, 05:00 PM

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**TheMoneyShot** · 10-31-16, 05:02 PM

Originally posted by Ralphie Halves

Not going to go into specific brands because i don't know what you're looking to do, but hemp or pea protein is a better option than soy or whey. Start there.

I'll have to look into that RH. Thanks man!

**Eddy Munny** · 10-31-16, 09:55 PM

Originally posted by Ralphie Halves

Whey protein is the Nickelback of protein powders. It's still the most commonly used because it's still relatively cheap, and back when that's all there was, it still has a name that people associate with muscle-building, even though way better options have surfaced in the last 15 years.

Not going to go into specific brands because i don't know what you're looking to do, but hemp or pea protein is a better option than soy or whey. Start there.

Well don't just slag the Nickelback without giving us the Led Zeppelin of protein powders. I've seen the pea protein supplements... how do they compare to whey? I think dairy in general should be consumed in moderation, if at all, if we're talking strictly about human health, and whey, as well as casein, are the two major proteins in milk.

**trillz** · 10-31-16, 10:02 PM

Originally posted by TheMoneyShot

Rudy - Several things you need to ask yourself before purchasing a protein powder.

1. Do you want added fats in it?
2. How many sugars do you want per serving?
3. Are you on a budget?
4. Also, does it digest properly. Um... will it give you the sh#$s?

Isopure - Vanilla is probably the best protein powder ever made but you might want to throw in some blended fruit to give it flavor.

Optimum Nutrition - They have an advanced protein powder that includes the proper Amino Acids that your muscles need before/after a workout. They have a 100% natural protein with no preservatives etc.

If any of this stuff is turning your stomach... discontinue.... and find a brand that digests properly. Otherwise it's useless.

Personally I use this whenever I'm getting sick of the same foods over and over again....

this is what I use too. Vanilla same brand though.. good stuff, good price for how long it last and I use two scoops

Edit: saw you said you use isolate and didn't like the flavor. Are you mixing it with water or milk? I use whole milk to get more fats and tastes better

**OTL** · 10-31-16, 11:30 PM

Originally posted by Ralphie Halves

Not going to go into specific brands because i don't know what you're looking to do, but hemp or pea protein is a better option than soy or whey. Start there.

Disagree. Hemp or pea protein are lower in protein than quality whey, and they aren't digested as fast. Slower uptake = more muscle wasting and slower progress.

Of course, if the most excercise one gets is walking to the fridge, none of this matters.

**Ralphie Halves** · 11-01-16, 02:27 AM

I guess it all depends on what you're looking for.

Are you just wanting to gain size because you're a time-traveler from the 1980s and you think gaining mass at the expense of everything else is rad? Then whey is your best option. Yes it does absorb faster, which again, if you max out your bench press and wear Zubaz pants, whey protein is for you.

For people who want to be healthy too, pea protein or brown rice protein is much better. Digests much easier (no lactose), has better overall nutritional value because whey protein is usually very heavily processed, and no artificial sweeteners that you absolutely don't need. Besides, the choice between plant based or milk based should be a lay-up.

I'm using Plant Fusion right now. 21g of protein, and I get about that much from breakfast too, maybe more. Around 40g is all your body really wants to take on at one time anyway.

**TheMoneyShot** · 11-01-16, 04:06 AM

Originally posted by trillz

this is what I use too. Vanilla same brand though.. good stuff, good price for how long it last and I use two scoops

Edit: saw you said you use isolate and didn't like the flavor. Are you mixing it with water or milk? I use whole milk to get more fats and tastes better

When I was younger I use to use skim milk in everything. I never realized all the sugars in milk before. Now, that I'm older... I try to cut up as best as possible. I always do water. I don't nurse it while drinking it... I slam it..... and put up with the nasty taste.

I have noticed that anything with Vanilla and water... is horribly nasty. But for me... anything with Chocolate and water... I can tolerate.

**wikkidinsane** · 11-01-16, 05:48 AM

Optimum nutrition Sir. Nuff said.

**Auto Donk** · 11-01-16, 05:58 AM

only poweder you'll ever need...... '

only thing about it, in relation to "protein," it might make it a tad bit harder for your to produce your own liquid form of protein.....

**reedy** · 11-01-16, 08:23 AM

Mag 10 from Biotest

**TPowell** · 11-01-16, 08:45 AM

Pick up some cheap Body Fortress whey from WalMart. Stuff is cheap and has a decent protein to calories ratio. Assuming you don't want to gain a ton of mass of course.

**konck** · 11-01-16, 09:22 AM

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**Buckandadime** · 11-01-16, 09:56 AM

Originally posted by konck

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**DOM-Ganador** · 11-01-16, 10:10 AM

Shiet ain`t cheap, but have a coffee flavor, I mix w/greek no-fat yogurt and blueberries.

**daneblazer** · 11-01-16, 10:20 AM

I like Quest myself

**RudyRuetigger** · 11-01-16, 11:52 AM

damn, alot of good info that i was not expecting..it is much appreciated

looking to spend about $50-60/5lb which i think is pretty standard?

not looking to get ripped, its for performance..i have more of a powerlifting routine than bodybuilding so isolate isnt necessary..good tasting is key

not a fan of coffee, never heard of this pea protein or anything else. ill look into that for next purchase

looks like ill go back to ON for this purchase

**RudyRuetigger** · 11-01-16, 12:09 PM

Originally posted by daneblazer

I like Quest myself

arent they more expensive?

how are the protein chips?

i got the variety pak quest bars, wasnt a fan

**RudyRuetigger** · 11-01-16, 12:11 PM

Originally posted by TPowell

Pick up some cheap Body Fortress whey from WalMart. Stuff is cheap and has a decent protein to calories ratio. Assuming you don't want to gain a ton of mass of course.

powell i appreciate you checking in to help, but that stuff is being sued for not having the amount of available protein it claims.

**RudyRuetigger** · 11-01-16, 12:12 PM

Originally posted by reedy

Mag 10 from Biotest

is this a UK company?

**RudyRuetigger** · 11-01-16, 12:14 PM

Originally posted by Ralphie Halves

I guess it all depends on what you're looking for.

Are you just wanting to gain size because you're a time-traveler from the 1980s and you think gaining mass at the expense of everything else is rad? Then whey is your best option. Yes it does absorb faster, which again, if you max out your bench press and wear Zubaz pants, whey protein is for you.

For people who want to be healthy too, pea protein or brown rice protein is much better. Digests much easier (no lactose), has better overall nutritional value because whey protein is usually very heavily processed, and no artificial sweeteners that you absolutely don't need. Besides, the choice between plant based or milk based should be a lay-up.

I'm using Plant Fusion right now. 21g of protein, and I get about that much from breakfast too, maybe more. Around 40g is all your body really wants to take on at one time anyway.

tbh, im not looking for health benefits nor to look jacked.

i just need to get as strong as possible in legs and arms...so might not be best for me to have this stuff?

**daneblazer** · 11-01-16, 12:15 PM

Originally posted by RudyRuetigger

arent they more expensive?

how are the protein chips?

i got the variety pak quest bars, wasnt a fan

Ya a little pricier. Some of their bars are meh...but I like the powder. I look at protein but also want taste & something that mixes well. I hate having lumps in my shake. If you like mixing with milk, try fairlife milk. More protein & less sugar than most others

**RudyRuetigger** · 11-01-16, 12:18 PM

right now im taking

3 fish oils with omega
2 glucosamine and chondroitin (spelling prolly off, it seems to help my knees...might be a placebo but i think it works)
2bcaa pills pre workout
2 scoops bcaas post workout
scoop of creatine preworkout
multivitamin

my shake is 2 scoops whey, nonfat greek yogurt, 1 serving frozen fruit, 8oz water

anything else i need for performance?

**TPowell** · 11-01-16, 01:34 PM

Originally posted by RudyRuetigger

powell i appreciate you checking in to help, but that stuff is being sued for not having the amount of available protein it claims.

Interesting, sorry Rudy. Googling on it now. I didn't use it much. I could make myself eat a couple pounds of chicken a day and 1/2-3/4 lb of fish as well so I didn't really need it.

**TPowell** · 11-01-16, 01:38 PM

Originally posted by RudyRuetigger

right now im taking

3 fish oils with omega
2 glucosamine and chondroitin (spelling prolly off, it seems to help my knees...might be a placebo but i think it works)
2bcaa pills pre workout
2 scoops bcaas post workout
scoop of creatine preworkout
multivitamin

my shake is 2 scoops whey, nonfat greek yogurt, 1 serving frozen fruit, 8oz water

anything else i need for performance?

That's plenty IMO unless you just go all out and get AnimalPaks. So you just mix your BCAA's with creatine for a preworkout? Guessing you like that better that all-in-one pre-workouts?

**RudyRuetigger** · 11-01-16, 02:13 PM

i take 2 pills preworkout basically in the morning 2 hrs before i workout...i take 2 scoops mixed with water after workout..plus my preworkout (beta alanine and l-tyrosine in that)

i dont know if they work or not but are pretty cheap so if im throwing a few nickels and dimes away with each scoop, i can live with it.