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Originally Posted by 12thMan
Hey, I've just started back doing some weight lifting and I'm trying to put on some weight as opposed to tone up or maintain; I'm pretty lean. My question is, how often should I drink protein shakes or weight gain if I'm actually trying to put on some weight? Secondly, could anyone recommend a good weight gain protein powder that I should be using?
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If you're trying to put weight on...stay away from cardio...put on the muscle you want then trim down later. I drink two a day, one in the morning and one right after a workout. Its also good to take the protein in with some sugar, like a banana, milk, or peanut butter. You also need to be eating a lot of good quality food. I have found that eating around 5 to 6 times a day helps a lot. Your work outs should include low rep high weight sets...like as much as you can lift. As far as specific types of protein, I can't help you. I just buy stuff for taste haha. Other supplements are good though. Glutamine and creatine both help a lot. Just make sure to cycle off for a couple weeks after about a month or so. I hear NO-Explode works pretty well...I was taking Amped for awhile, and it really worked. I went into the gym ready to tear somebody's head off every day...anyway...find what works for you and good luck!