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Congrats to Mindy who won last week's challenge! Read below for her fitness question and my response!
"I have been dying to find out the answer to this question: what are the pros and cons of protein bars and protein shakes. I use carnation breakfast essentials and also a protein powder. I want to keep my daily protein at 80 grams and I don't each much meat. I find the little extra protein drink helps me reach my daily goal. Am I wasting my time? Should I find a different protein source. I already have lots of high protein foods in my daily diet. (greek yogurt, cottage cheese, almonds, soy milk, veggie sausage patties, fish or turkey or chicken for dinner, oatmeal, wheat germ, etc.)"
This is a great question Mindy! First of all - I would say that you might want to consult with a DR or RD to see exactly how much protein (and other nutrients) your body is lacking and requires. But, by the sound of it - you are probably already getting more than enough. Everyone has kinda been going through a protein craze over the last few years, but the truth is that most people don't need as much as they think. However, if you are trying to lose body fat, train for a figure/fitness competition or get more of a lean look...then you should have more protein than the average person. But, at a certain point - the extra protein is just converted to waste anyway because your body doesn't need it. For most people that workout and are active - you can get by with eating about 0.3-0.6g per pound of body weight. For instance - if you weigh 130lbs you would will be fine staying between 39-50g protein a day. Also, another way to look at it is if you eat 2,000 calories a day - about 10%-15% of that needs to come from protein - so 200 calories worth or 50grams (protein has 4 calories per gram).
Now to specifically adress your question...protein bars and shakes can be beneficial and I use them myself (I don't meat, but do eat fish, eggs and dairy). But, not all are created equal. Look for ones that have the most "bang for your buck" and have higher protein but less calories, fat and sugar. Try to make your shakes yourself so you can monitor the ingredients (a lot of "smoothie" places use too much sugar and chemicals). But, that's great that you aren't just relying on shakes and bars, although they can be good when you are in a hurry or can't make something. All the sources you listed below are great for protein...so keep mixing them into your diet! Don't forget other veggies (like sweet potatoes), quinoa and beans - they are all great sources.
-Cari
Did another run today, and went to the gym. I like running outside, I've decided, although I could do without the wind :)
Breakfast was fruit, and dinner was a tomato salad, made with my own tomatoes...
No cardio on Saturday, but I did see a movie! And since that's once-a-year event (I am so out of touch :) ) it's amazing i made it though with no soda or popcorn :) Did manage to do some pilates after I woke up.
lots of online pilates and yoga today. trying to open up my upper back between my shoulder blades. feels like someone is stabbing me in the back. will self-medicate with wine before bed.
Tried to workout a little today, but I still wasn't feeling so good. Hope to feel better tomorrow!
I love when my kid has play dates at someone else's house :) The minute he left I put on my exercise gear, jumped on a Bixi bike (bixi.com) and went for a 30 min. ride. I dropped the bike off at a random Bixi station and ran home. 1.36 miles in 17 min. not fast, but I was a hot mess when I got home. Then I did 3 online videos: booty burn, 10min., dancer abs, 10 min. and pilates 25 min. I still have knots in my back between my shoulder blades but I plan on getting a massage later in the week.
soy choc. banana & peanut butter shake
Felt sick today. Hope to make it up tomorrow!
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