Protein is the body's building block: it helps create muscle, bone, skin and more. So getting enough protein in your diet, whether it's natural or via delicious protein shake recipes, is essential to good health. Protein shake recipes are popular with athletes in particular, especially after a tough workout. They're a fast, easy way to immediately replenish lost stores of energy.
Endurance athletes find it easier to train when they mix themselves up a protein shake recipe. That's because your body recovers from intense exercise more easily when protein's on the scene to restore the used-up muscle glycogen they spent when working out hard.
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Athletes who go for strength find that protein shake recipes, heavy on the protein, are the best way to repair the muscle damage that occurs when they're doing some serious body building. Muscles are built because when lifting heavy weights, you cause tiny tears in the muscle. And when these are repaired, your muscles are stronger and larger. Protein helps speed up this process, helping you bulk up more quickly and stay healthy while it happens.
But you don't have to be an ultramarathon runner or a world-champion body builder to enjoy the benefits of a healthy protein shake recipe. Fitness enthusiasts who want to stay at the top of their game, improve performance, and keep in the best shape rely on protein shake recipes to get them there and keep them there. In fact, according to WebMD a study of 130 Marines who supplemented their diets with 10 grams of protein showed fewer infections, a decreased amount of exhaustion from the heat, and less muscle soreness. Plus, low-cal, higher-nutrient protein shake recipes can help you manage your weight safely and healthily too. They make great meal replacements, keeping you full while helping you manage your calorie intake.
There are so many protein shake recipes out there that there is always one to match whatever mood you are in. Are you looking for something fresh and light? Why not try an amazing fruit based protein shake. How about something smooth and delicious? Add some yogurt to your protein shake. Are you in the mood for something sweet, but you don't want to completely go off your diet? You can make a protein shake with skim milk, vanilla protein powder, and a pudding mix of your choice. Yum, what a delectable treat with only a portion of the calories found in most other sweets. If you're like me, you are always in a rush to get out the door in the morning. A protein shake can be a fast, easy, and delightful breakfast. Try adding some nut extract (hazelnut is my favorite) to a chocolate protein shake protand you might be surprised how much you enjoy it. There are so many possibilities, so make sure to branch out and try some new recipes and you might just find a new favorite.
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How much protein do you need? The RDA for a healthy adult is about 45 to 56g a day, but exercising, active people need more. If you're active you need about about 1.4 to 2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, so look for protein shake recipes that are relatively low in carbs, high in protein, and keep the calories to a minimum for peak performance!
