Happy belated Hanukkah, Jordan. You’re killing it with the volume of podcasts you’re pumping out lately!
have a question regarding Whey before a workout…
Would there be any benefit to consuming whey before a workout, if I consume protein after a workout?
Some context:
On training days I consume 70-105 grams of Vitargo first thing in the morning, depending on length of workouts.
I usually eat a protein bar after my workout and have a big lunch and dinner.
on non training days I usually eat the typical breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus a protein snack with a piece of fruit.
I’m consistently hitting more than my daily protein target.
I’ve heard you say before muscle protein breakdown will go up regardless of protein intake before a workout.
Would there be any benefit to consuming 20 grams of whey protein before a workout?
keep in mind my workouts are usually quite long, as I usually do lifting then GPP directly after my lifting session.
thanks in advance for your advice and all you do:smile:.
No, I don’t think there’s any real benefit here from pre-workout protein unless you prefer it from a taste standpoint.
I appreciate the kind words!
Isn’t this too much? Happy belated Hanukkah! It’s fantastic to hear that you’re enjoying the podcasts. Now, onto your question about whey before a workout – you’ve got a solid nutrition routine going on!
Considering your detailed approach to nutrition and the substantial protein intake throughout the day, 20 grams of whey before a workout might not be too much. Your pre-training consumption of 70-105 grams of Vitargo provides a good carbohydrate base for energy during your workouts.
By the way, have you ever tried incorporating London Broil slow cooker recipes into your post-workout meals? It can be a delicious and protein-packed addition to your routine.
While it’s true that muscle protein breakdown increases during exercise regardless of pre-workout protein intake, having some whey before your long lifting and GPP sessions could offer additional amino acids to support muscle protein synthesis.
Given that you’re already hitting your daily protein targets consistently and incorporating a protein bar post-workout, this extra 20 grams may enhance your overall protein timing strategy. Pay attention to how your body responds – if you feel it aids in performance and recovery without causing discomfort, it could be a beneficial addition.