Powerful Protein

Today I want to tackle the misconception of Protein!

This is a big one for a lot of people. I consult with mostly women. Every single woman I have ever talked to does not take in enough protein.

Protein is the building blocks of all our cells in the body. Without enough of this important macronutrient it is impossible to see changes in the body.

Protein is so important in a weight loss prospective because it is extremely thermogenic. Meaning it takes the body a longer time to break protein down into its usable form that it actually speed the metabolism up!

In addition our muscles are made up of amino acids: (The breakdown of Protein in the body) without sufficient protein in the body, you will not see a change in your muscle shape or size.

Women are often scared of taking protein because of one thought. They don’t want to become muscular. Taking in protein will not cause you to become overly muscular.

Women have not enough testosterone in the body to fully develop muscles like a man would. Therefore taking in copious amounts of protein will only cause the body to excrete the excess through the urine.

How Much Protein Do I Need?
To see changes in the body most women should aim for 1.0 grams of protein per lb of lean body mass.

Therefore if a women weighs 130 lbs and her lean mass is 100 (Fat free mass) Then she should take in roughly 100 grams of protein throughout the day.

100×1.0grams = 100 grams

Take 100 grams and divide it into 6 small meals a day

100/6 = 16.6 or 17 gram per meal.

So for every meal you would need 16 grams of protein, which is easy to do. A small chicken breast contain 20 grams already, combine that with a nice salad, and you have a great meal!

ACTION PLAN
Go to your local grocery store to do some grocery shopping. Buy the following items for some tasty protein sources:

1) Skinless/Boneless Chicken
2) Cottage Cheese (low fat or 1%)
3) Tuna
4) Salmon
5) Lean cut of steak or meat (Center cuts)
6) Eggs
7) Extra lean ground beef
Chic Peas

Then go to your local Vitamin Store and buy some protein powder.

For more information on finding a good nutrition store in your area please email at Trevor@achievefitnesscanada.com