Protein Shake?

[angelus]

Hey guys!

Is this product any good? I will leave it with you experts!
(http://www.bodyhut.com/shop/prodView.asp?idproduct=750)

Im wanting this because i am now on a daily weights routine and i know protein is important to avoid the breakdown of muscle tissue when on a diet!

My other question is when should i take this? In the morning? Or a few hours before a workout?

Thanks!

[threenorns]

are you m or f and what size? i'm f and taking 200 grams of protein a day, all of which i can get handily from my diet. getting your protein from clean food sources is better than taking it in a shake. were i needing 300 grams plus per day, then i'd need the shake because it would be inconvenient to impossible to eat that much food.

oh yeah - "page not found"

[angelus]

Im male and i weigh 80.2 KG (Not sure what that is in LB)

Anyway, if you can't get the page, here is what it says about the product:

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Promax adds extra protein to your diet, which is vital for building muscle, especially for people who train with weights on a regular basis. Protein is also essential whilst dieting, to reduce the loss of muscle tissue. Promax contains Biomax, a blend of whey protein isolate, hydrolysed whey and whey peptides, which is exclusive to Maximuscle. Biomax provides ultra fast delivery of muscle building amino acids after every workout, to aid your recovery. Promax contains no soya, casein or egg protein and is virtually lactose free. Promax is the only protein powder to contain the anabolic environment support formula, ‘Nitrogain’, a blend of NAC, Taurine, chromium, and glutamine peptides. Promax mixes instantly with water to make a great tasting shake with no messy blenders needed.

Key benefits:

Mixes effortlessly
24g of protein per serving
30 servings per tub
Cheaper than chicken breasts
Very convenient
Fast easy digestion with no wind

Why buy Promax over other protein powders

• Contains 100% advanced easy digesting whey protein
• No egg, milk powder, soya or casein
• No wind or stomach upsets
• Instant mixing with water
• 4 great tasting flavours
• Anabolic support formula
• As used by elite athletes

Recommended use:
Mix 1 scoop of PROMAX™ with 200ml of water. Stir with a fork for around 10 seconds and drink. For best results, you should be consuming protein every 2-3 hours. This creates a positive Nitrogen balance, promoting muscle growth, repair and recovery. Drink PROMAX™ at breakfast time or with meals to boost the protein content, in between meals as a high protein snack, after training to increase recovery or even at bedtime to prevent muscle loss during the night. PROMAX™ is so pure, it can even be used to cook with or mixed with porridge, yoghurt, smoothies, fruit shakes, etc... to increase the protein content of your diet. Nutritional Info: Per 1 serving 30g (1 scoop)
Energy 120 Kcal/497kJProtein (on dry matter) 24.3Carbohydrate 2.04gFats 2.07gNote: Virtually lactose free

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To add to that, i eat alot of tuna, beans and bread. So would i need this to help build muscle as im not sure my food have too much protein in them.

I do 1 hour a day in the gym on weights, and i also do alot of jogging.

Thanks!

[threenorns]

Originally Posted by angelus

Im male and i weigh 80.2 KG (Not sure what that is in LB)

about 175 - if you just want to do bodybuilding type, start with 175 grams; if you want to put on serious muscle and strength (powerlifting), start with 300 grams of protein. see how it goes - use www.fitday.com to plan and monitor your diet.

that shake *sounds* good, but then, they all do. best place to use it is as post-workout shake.

[angelus]

Ive just read this from another site:

Additional research has shown that ingesting a protein/carbohydrate supplement after exercise triggers the release of growth hormone. Great news for building muscle.

So does this mean i should take a protein and carb supplement before and after working out?

:confused: