Popular Protein Myths Debunked

You Need Protein After A Workout

When you first start working out, you might hear numerous people suggesting protein is necessary after a workout. The theory behind this myth is basically that the body needs protein to repair and grow muscle tissue following a workout. This misconception is so common because it is, admittedly, partially true. The human body does require protein to build muscle following a workout. However, timing is not quite as important as many individuals think. The average person already has enough protein stored in their body from previous meals to start muscle growth. Since muscle growth following a workout occurs over a long time, it is possible to use the protein from a meal several hours later to build muscle. It is more important to focus on getting the right amount in the 24-hour period surrounding your workout instead of eating a bunch in the minutes right after exercising.

Continue reading to debunk yet another protein myth.