Weight x 1.5 = Grams of Protein to eat per day
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Protein Chart
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What's up with Protein?
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Protein is the building block of muscles, hair, nails, tissue, etc. Not enough protein will prevent you from building muscle. Two of my friends (who were roommates) worked out together all the time. One of them was getting bigger and the other not so much. I asked my friend (the one who was getting bigger) how he was getting buffed up? He said, "I drink Whey Protein shakes to help me build muscle." So I started to read up on Protein, and I found protein helps you repair muscle tissue after you workout.
What foods have protein?
Protein is found in the foods most of us eat on a daily basis. You can find protein in lean meats, chicken, egg whites, and fish.
What if I can't get enough protein with the foods I'm already eating?
You can buy Whey Protein in powder form. There are several brands that you can choose from. Just go to your local vitamin shop/health store to see what protein is best for you.
How much Protein do I need to consume per day?
People who are trying to build muscle should get 1 to 1.5 grams of Protein per pounds of bodyweight. Example:
- 150lb person should consume 150 to 225 grams of protein per day.
- You should slowly see a difference (in muscle definition) if you're eating the correct amount of protein a day.
How do I calculate my protein intake per day?
Just multiply your bodyweight times 1.5. Here's an example for person weighing 150lbs: 150 x 1.5 = 225
So you should be consuming 225 grams of protein a day. I included a Protein Chart below to help you find out how much protein you need per day.
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