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Fitness Question:
I was wondering if protein shakes really work? If so, which protein shakes would you recommend? I just started lifting weights and its going well but I think I need a little help.

Fitness Answer:
The primary function of protein in the body is as a building block for muscle. Extra protein is needed to replace protein that is broken down during exercise and to build muscle mass. Protein breakdown is more extensive when long periods are spent exercising. Intensity of exercise also bears a high cost. The more intense the exercise the higher the protein breakdown. Therefore, exercise has a ' protein cost', which needs to be replaced after exercise. As with carbohydrate replacement, protein replacement is thought to be most efficient in the two hours immediately after exercise and up to 40g of protein is recommended as part of a carbohydrate rich meal.

The busy schedules of today demand convenience and nutritionally dense super foods. This is where protein powder supplements play a vital role in a physically active and demanding fitness lifestyles.

The protein powder I recommend is below. This is the best tasting protein powder I have had and the price is very reasonable also.

Optimum Nutrition - Whey Protein - Chocolate Mint
100% Whey Protein is made from Microfiltered Whey Protein Isolates, Ion Exchange Whey Protein Isolates, Ultrafiltered Whey Protein Concentrate, and HYDROWHEY Hydrolyzed Whey Peptides. This combination gives you more of what you want which is pure, unadulterated whey protein!

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