Hi ladies,
I know this has been discussed before, I've read a few old threads from the main forum... so Im sorry of I'm opening a can of worms! But I was just curious to see how many of you supplement protein intake with whey protein powder--and if anyone had any big opinions for/against?
Im a grad student, train about 10 hrs/week and am training for my second marathon in January. I run about 35-40 miles/week, swim 10k, and squeeze in a spin class or two if I have time.
I really don't have time to cook a lot, so my diet is mostly oatmeal, a lot of fruit, nf yogurt, carrots, celery, plus chicken and veggies (when I have time!).... and the usual weekend I-give-Up meal out. Ive noticed some fatigue in my workouts recently, especially in the pool. I thought the extra protein plus amino acids might help... or is it just expensive kool aid??
A friend of mine is a body builder and suggested looking into it (not that I'm trying to be a body builder!). I'm also curious about different brands and the difference between fewer or more carbs.
Thanks for your opinions/suggestions!
Jen
I know this has been discussed before, I've read a few old threads from the main forum... so Im sorry of I'm opening a can of worms! But I was just curious to see how many of you supplement protein intake with whey protein powder--and if anyone had any big opinions for/against?
Im a grad student, train about 10 hrs/week and am training for my second marathon in January. I run about 35-40 miles/week, swim 10k, and squeeze in a spin class or two if I have time.
I really don't have time to cook a lot, so my diet is mostly oatmeal, a lot of fruit, nf yogurt, carrots, celery, plus chicken and veggies (when I have time!).... and the usual weekend I-give-Up meal out. Ive noticed some fatigue in my workouts recently, especially in the pool. I thought the extra protein plus amino acids might help... or is it just expensive kool aid??
A friend of mine is a body builder and suggested looking into it (not that I'm trying to be a body builder!). I'm also curious about different brands and the difference between fewer or more carbs.
Thanks for your opinions/suggestions!
Jen