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Protein
What is protein? Protein is a dietary protein supplement. Taking it helps replenish the required amount of protein. The standard serving of protein that is recommended to take per day is 2-4 scoops. Each athlete decides how much protein he needs to consume based on his weight and the results he is trying to achieve. Therefore, some increase their portion.
How to take protein correctly?
Each sports nutrition manufacturer places instructions for its use on the product packaging. All protein brands will list how many nutrients are contained in one scoop of powder. Therefore, before you start taking the product, you must read the instructions. Considering the nutrient content in one spoon (or serving) of powder, everyone selects the optimal dosage of the product for themselves. On training days, it is better to drink protein at least twice a day. The first dose is an hour before training. This will help fuel your muscles during your workout. The body will be nourished by amino acids, into which protein will break down within an hour and beyond. Also, this technique will keep the muscles in better condition and they will not lack anything. The second dose is immediately after training. It will be best if you take the protein within 30 minutes after exercise. It is at this time that the body absorbs a large amount of the substances it needs, especially protein (according to some reports, absorption improves by up to 30%). After complex training and immediate replenishment, it will be easier for the body to begin the recovery process. It's also a good idea to drink protein at night. The good thing about protein is that it will not turn into fat in any case. Its excess (which the body may not accept) will simply be excreted in the urine and increase its nitrogen content
