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23 Protein Shake & Smoothie Recipes For Muscle Building

  23 Protein Shake & Smoothie Recipes For Muscle Building Whether you're looking to pack on some muscle or slim down to fit into your favourite jeans again, make these protein shake recipes to complement your protein powder, maximise flavour and boost results. You'll find delicious breakfasts and meal-replacement protein smoothies, boosting pre- and post-workout protein shakes, and great-tasting plant-based protein shake recipes to help you power through your days. BREAKFAST PROTEIN SMOOTHIES AND SHAKES 1. The Perfect Fruity Protein Breakfast Smoothie This is the protein smoothie recipe you can use to make a delicious and nutritious breakfast shake every single time. Combine Impact Whey Protein with fresh fruit and milk for a tasty start to the day. Ingredients 250ml milk 1 scoop Impact Whey Protein 1 banana Dollop yoghurt Handful frozen mixed berries Method Simply blend all the ingredients together, pour into a glass, and enjoy. This coffee and cacao breakfast shak...

Different Types of Protein Shakes and How to Choose

 Different Types of Protein Shakes and How to Choose If you’re looking to enhance your nutrition or fitness routine, understanding the different types of protein shakes available can help you choose the right one. From whey and casein to plant-based options, each type of protein shake has its own benefits and uses. In this article, we’ll explore the various types of protein shakes and help you find the best one for your goals. Key Takeaways Whey protein shakes are popular for muscle building, with options like concentrate and isolate catering to different dietary needs. Plant-based protein shakes, including soy, pea, and hemp, offer great alternatives for those with dairy allergies or following a vegan diet. Choosing the right protein shake depends on personal goals, dietary restrictions, and activity levels, ...

Protein Shakes Exposed: Is Your Daily Drink Delivering the Wrong Kind of Gains?

  Protein Shakes Exposed: Is Your Daily Drink Delivering the Wrong Kind of Gains? The protein industry has a dirty secret – they sell fast, they taste good and they keep people coming back for more. But are protein shakes the healthy go-to for gains or merely your future energy slump in a bottle? Let's sift through the pitfalls and blend up the truth the most popular brands would rather you didn't know. It's worth noting that there is a correlation between weight gain, energy slumps and sugar, as we know too much of the sweet stuff can fuel inflammation and send our blood-sugars soaring.  Our   IQS 8-Week Program   is designed to help you reduce your   sugar intake and been proven to significantly reduce fatigue, inflammation, gut issues, bad skin, bad sleep and SO MUCH MORE! It's because we give you the full tool kit to help you learn more about sugar, what it does to your body and why you should care. Pl...

How to make protein shakes taste better

  How to make protein shakes taste better Protein shakes and other supplements can be great for keeping you on track to hit your nutritional goals, but drinking them every day can become mundane—especially if you find yourself repeating the same flavours over and over. So, we certainly don’t blame you for wanting to learn how to make protein shakes taste better. After all, you’re much more likely to stick to drinking them regularly if you like how they taste. In this blog, we’ll look at 7 unique ways to make your protein shakes taste better so you can boost your protein intake without getting bored (and a mouth full of lumpy powder!)   How to make protein shakes Making a protein shake is relatively quick and easy. You’ve probably already got a favourite recipe (or recipes), but here’s a basic one in case you’re still relatively new to making them: Ingredients 1 scoop of your chosen powder 250-300ml of your chosen liquid (usually water or milk) As we’ll come onto later, you m...

Beginner’s guide to protein powder

  Beginner’s guide to protein powder With benefits like muscle gain, fat loss and appetite control falling firmly under protein’s long list of health benefits, protein powder has hit the market in a big way in recent years. Bodybuilders and athletes seem to chug them down like water, so you may be wondering whether you need to add one to your gym routine too. But it’s not as simple as grabbing the first protein powder you find on the supplement aisle. From whey to hemp—and isolate to concentrate—protein powders aren’t created equally. Whether you’re looking to build muscle, aid post-workout recovery or lose weight, here’s your complete beginner’s guide to protein shakes – what ingredients to look for, what all the jargon means and whether they’re actually necessary… The scoop on protein powder First things first, let’s cover the basics. Protein is one of three essential macronutrients – alongside fat and carbohydrates – that your body needs to function. Protein is ...