Nutrition Tips

Nutrition Tips:

5 Ways to eat more protein:

1. Eat your protein first (in the day and in your meal).

Protein is the most satiating macronutrient, so you’re less likely to overeat with this strategy. But on a daily scale, this same tactic can work by front loading protein at breakfast when your hunger is high.

2. Add a whey protein shake before the meal when cutting.

When cutting, you can blunt some of your hunger going into a meal by having a half to full serving of whey protein before diving into your food. This also ensures higher quality protein at each meal.

3. Eat protein more frequently.

It’s hard to consume large amounts of protein in one to two sittings. So breaking up your total daily protein goal into more meals and snacks will make the goal easier to achieve. For most, three meals and one shake works well.

4. Have a protein shake after training, upon waking, between meals, or before bed.

Most people already include a post-workout shake, but it’s helpful to start doing if not. People also assume you should only drink shakes on workout days, yet they can provide a quality protein boost any time of day.

5. Build your meals starting with a protein source.

Essentially, every time you’re about to eat, think to yourself, “what is my protein source going to be?” Then base the rest of your meal/snack around that decision.

via. The Modern Personal Trainer Newsletter by Fitness Mentors (04/2022)