Become a Force

Author: beaforce

  • Pre-workout protein to optimize muscle growth and fat loss

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    We find the case for pre-workout protein is pretty simple. Research shows that pre-workout protein helps in building more muscle because it spikes plasma amino acid levels (and thus protein synthesis rates) before training (1). Spiked plasma amino acid levels means your muscles have quick access to the materials(amino acids) they need to start building…

  • Post-workout carbs: surprisingly not essential

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    It turns out that post-workout carbs aren’t as important as post-workout protein. Remember: The goal of post-workout nutrition is to minimize post-workout muscle breakdown and maximize protein synthesis(building muscle). In the post-workout protein post, you learned that you can do this by spiking your insulin levels with protein alone. So, where do carbs come into play? Insulin doesn’t…

  • Use Post workout protein to maximize lean muscle growth

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    Maybe you’re like us and have had the feeling that you are supposed to eat a meal after working out. One of us usually got hungry ~30 minutes after working out and would sometimes get really tired after hitting the gym, so it made sense. The meal usually consisted of brown rice and chicken breast.…