Hola my awesome peeps! (ok, yes I've been saying peeps a lot. Don't hold it against me.)
We bought our protein last night, and by last night I mean at 1 in the morning... we also bought our thermogenic supplements (Lipo 6 Black) b/c that is the one I really did like between the two Lipo 6 products. We also studied the P90X shredded nutrition plan and made a grocery list with the things we needed. We of course had to exchange some of the things for cheaper products that would do the same thing. For example, instead of having salmon 2-3 x's a week, we are buying different fish that is cheaper, not just salmon, and also buying canned ones. We are both (hubs and I) super motivated now. We've got 4 months til' his birthday, and I am on Week 4 on Monday! I am getting super excited b/c I see the results of this 2nd round of P90X already, especially on my arms and back.
Also, you all know that we started a bet of weekly weigh-ins, and whoever has the most weight loss for each week gets a massage from the other person. Plus, in the end a big prize, which we haven't come up with yet.
Here is a post that I put on my Facebook wall about protein since I've had so many questions on it. Hope you enjoy! I have to go do homework since I've procrastinated due to Spring Break. Now I have lots to do in 2 days. boo:(
Why do we take it? Well if I explain it, I won't do it right, so I copied it from this link right here:
BodyBuilding.com
Protein: The Benefits
So why is it that so many bodybuilders take protein shakes? Well, protein is used for the production of muscles. Proteins are also used to manufacture hormones, enzymes, cellular messengers, nucleic acids, and immune-system components. Without adequate protein, our bodies can't put together the structures that make up every cell, tissue, and organ, nor can it generate the biochemical substances needed for cardiovascular function, muscle contraction, growth, and healing. Without an adequate amount of protein our muscles wouldn't heal up as quickly and could therefore lead to overtraining your muscle which could lead to injury.
Also, after a workout is one of the best time to get protein into the body so that the protein can be delivered to your muscles, to begin healing the micro tears (very small tears in the muscle tissue, caused by intense contraction of the muscle during workout) in the muscle.
Because solid food takes more time to digest and to break down the protein and send it to the muscles, it can be best to take a protein shake immediately following a workout, since protein shakes only take about 30 minutes to reach the muscle after ingestion. Definitely, we can see the advantage to taking a protein shake in this instance.
When Are The Best Times To Take In Protein?
...but the question arises, when is the best time to take protein into your body? Well, one of the times that your body is in need of it the most is immediately following a workout since your body starts to heal the muscle right after a workout, taking protein at that time will give the body the fuel it needs to heal and grow.
Following your workout it's a good idea to take in small meals containing high protein in about three to four hour intervals, thereby providing your muscles with a constant supply of protein to help your muscles heal. It is also vital to take in a protein drink or a slow burning protein (such as cottage cheese) before you go to bed therefore providing your muscles with protein, since your body will be slowly depleted of protein as you sleep. Breakfast is a key meal as well, because your body awaits nourishment after sleeping for 8-12 hours. One of the best tips of advice I can give you though, is to eat consistently, day in and day out.
Conclusion
Regardless of your goals, protein should be regarded as a foundational nutrient of any nutrition program it's an essential ingredient for achieving optimal progress in physique enhancement and performance. It's certainly no secret that any person who is generally active in sports and/or trains with weights or other resistance will benefit from getting enough protein. However, even those who don€™t bodybuild can find advantages to taking in protein. Many enjoy the anti-aging effects that a high protein diet can result in. But the only way to find out how beneficial protein can be for you, is to try it for yourself!
{WE USE 100 % WHEY PROTEIN ALL THE TIME. WE USUALLY ONLY TAKE IT 2X'S A DAY/ONE 24GRAM SCOOP A DRINK TO CONSERVE IT B/C IT IS EXPENSIVE. WE TAKE IT AFTER ONE OF OUR WORKOUTS FOR THAT DAY, USUALLY THE MORNING ONE, AND THEN WE TAKE IT BEFORE BED TO RECUPERATE OUR MUSCLES AT NIGHT OR TO STOP THE HUNGER PAINS WHEN IT'S WAY TOO LATE TO EAT SOMETHING HEAVY. A 10 POUND BAG USUALLY LASTS US (FOR 2 PPL) ANYWHERE FROM 4-6 MTS, USING IT 2X'S A DAY FOR ME AND THE HUBS.
HOPE THIS HELPED. IF YOU HAVE ANY MORE Q'S, CLICK ON THE LINK OF WHERE I GOT THIS, THEY HAVE MORE Q&A'S ON THERE ABOUT PROTEIN AND WHICH TO GET. USUALLY 100% WHEY IS THE BEST:) ALSO, YOU DON'T WANT TO TAKE MORE THAN THAT IF YOU ARE A FEMALE, B/C YOU DON'T WANT TO GAIN WEIGHT, YOU WANT TO RECUP YOUR MUSCLES, MAKE THEM STRONGER, AND BUILD MORE MUSCLE IN ORDER TO BURN MORE FAT. muscle burns fat people! The more you have the more fat you'll burn!}
P.S. Last night I dreamt that me and the hubs were on a white sandy beach looking mighty sexy in our bathing suits, and having a blast with our kids. He said, "guess we better make it happen." I agree:)
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