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Heya! No, I don’t compete, but lifting has been a big part of my life over these past six years or so. I usually hit up Orient, though recently I have been going to this great little place that is actually a converted wearhouse. There are a few weight machines, a lot of racks and benches and LOADS of free weights and plates. A real lifters gym… not a treadmill to be seen lol! Only thing is that its hot as hell in there!
I can’t say that I disagree with you on anything you posted, because as i’m sure you already know, different things work for different people. For example, I stand by my scoop of ON Casein before bed. Gives me a steady flow of amino acids, BCAAs, Glutamine and protein to my muscles throughout the 8-9 hours I am asleep. Since I have started taking it, I have stopped waking up hungry and have noticed a difference in recovery times. Though I am sure some tasty beef would keep me full as well! haha!
I guess the thing about me is that I really don’t like eating, never have. Not that you would know looking at me (175cm and a cut 98kg this summer). Not huge, but not small. Even though I do get my target macros in every day, it is a struggle. If only there were a single pill that delivered everything we needed lol!
@tigerkuma… it all depends on your goals, but if you are looking to build muscle, you are going to need a lot more than 135g of protein a day. Someone who is 195 pounds for example should be taking in at least 290+ grams of protein. Also, keep in mind that not all protein is created equal. The protein you get from chicken is far from the protein that you find in milk. Likewise, todays protein powders are formulated specifically to benefit those who exercise. For example: I take a protein isolate post workout as it is absorbed by the body very fast… which is perfect as your body needs nutrients ASAP after a workout. However, at night just before bed I take casein protein, which is a slow release protein and keeps my body fueled throughout the 8-9 hours I am asleep (the body builds muscle while you sleep, not in the gym). Lastly, you have to know that muscle growth is not controlled by the level of protein one takes; rather it is the growth demand caused by intense training or stress that will ultimately determine how much protein one should take in.
There are a lot of ways to order supplements from abroad into China. I prefer to order from an online retailer like Fueled.cn.com as they have already done the importing for me. No need to pay expensive shipping charges and wait 2-3 weeks for my order to arrive.
