I've finally jumped on the protein shake bandwagon .....
A majority of my fellow crossfitters indulge in an after workout shake, so I finally decided to give it a shot. There are a gazillion options to choose from and most people are biased to the one they so take ... and two of my dear friends at the gym rep ON (Optimum Nutrition). I trusted them with the Platinum Hydro Whey, and got samples of the Turbo Chocolate, Strawberry, Cake Batter, Vanilla, etc.
The Platinum Hydro Whey is the "Gold Standard" and has 30 grams of high quality whey protein, only 2 grams of carbs, and all in just 140 calories!! It's perfect for me since I am not a huge meat eater like the hubby. A cheeseburger every now and then is plenty, and my diet mostly consists of chicken and turkey. So, this yummy beverage works for me!
Extra protein for recovery and to rebuild my muscles
is now in my daily regimen with this fancy shaker bottle :)
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Sounds interesting. I am yet to try one here. Which flavor did you like most. Wait, let me guess...Chocolate??? :)
I lost 40lbs by exercising more and replacing my breakfast with a protein shake. It makes a world of difference in toning and energy! :)
Way to go :) Can't wait to hear how it goes for you!
So, I haven't done Crossfit but this shake is a great way to get in protein. I may have to get some! I rarely eat meat in general, so this would be awesome. :D
dang it--i guess i am really going to have to try this stuff now, aren't i?? thanks for the tidbits of info kelsey =)
I put protein powder in my green monster post workout/crossfit/yoga!!!
yay!!!! me and protein shakes are one......
I use Isoflex chocolate mint, it's 120 cals and 27 g protein and is awesome with just water and ice!
Add a tsp of powder glutamine into the shake for added muscle recovery!!
I definitely don't eat too much red meat either. I used to drink protein shakes but I haven't been so much lately. The only kind I have ever tried is chocolate but yours sound yummy!
I really struggle with the icky tastes of protein powder, no matter what flavor it is. I've tried several and can't find one that I'd ever describe as 'yummy'. This I need to try!!
I have the same protein shaker :) I am just now getting back into working out, so protein is a must for me...I never seem to get eough!
Nick always does a shake and I'm going to have to start trying them too!
that's fantastic, glad you incorporated that into your diet! i have been wanting to do that, but unfortunately i'm allergic to whey. i'll have to look for an alternative.
I really need to get on board with this!!
Which flavor did you like? I always struggle to find a good flavor. Most people like chocolate and I don't so that makes it hard.
Cake batter sounds pretty legit :)
i drink two a day! love optimum nutrition too-- my trainer recommended it to me almost a year ago and i haven't switched yet. you can't go wrong with chocolate, coffee, or peanut butter. i tried cake batter and wasn't a huge fan, but i still have almost half of my 5 pound container left:( they sell it on bodybuilding.com- best prices and you'll have it within a day or 2.
i get on kicks with this stuff but i only ever last for a week or so. i don't know why though...i really like them! esp chocolate :)
Hmm..I am not a big protein shake fan at all but my husband swears by them! He always laughs at me because I tell him I can taste the protein.
Thats awesome! I used to drink them often but havent in awhile- I can't wait to hear an update soon :)
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