Best Time To Drink Whey Powder

What is the best time to drink whey or any other protein powder? This question comes a lot more often. Probably, this question is asked in the context of muscle building or fat loss and people want to know a specific time of protein consumption that maximizes muscle growth or fat loss. 

Once again, to get this we will have to go through the basics. 

But a straightforward answer is – there is no best time to consume protein, however, if the goal is to maximize muscle growth, these three 3 steps along with a good weight training regimen are far more important for muscle growth than knowing the best time to drink protein. 

First is the calorie surplus. You need to be in a calorie surplus to support the process of muscle growth. Eat around 300-400 calories above your maintenance calories every day for maximum muscle gain and minimal fat gain.

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Secondly, complete your daily protein requirements, which should be between 1.5-2 g/kg of body weight. So, if your weight is 60 kg, then aim for 90 to 120 grams of protein daily. If you’re not consuming this much currently, gradually increase it, and make sure most of your protein comes from these high-quality sources.

Veg

• Soy chunks
• Tofu
• Paneer
• Cheese
• Tempeh
• Milk
• Curd

Non-veg

• Chicken
• Fish
• Seafood
• Meat
• Eggs

Thirdly, evenly distribute your protein intake across 3 to 4 meals. For example, if your protein requirement is 100 grams/day, have 25 to 30 grams of protein in each meal, and within this include a scoop of whey protein wherever it fits since it’s a high-quality protein source. 

Additionally, focus on getting adequate rest and maintaining consistency, as significant results won’t show up in just one or two months. Instead, of hoping for quick results, develop a good system that encourages you to be persistent with your schedule.