Does Protein Powder Work? (Spoiler: YES, but there's a catch)

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  • Опубликовано: 21 ноя 2024

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  • @Ravynwulf1
    @Ravynwulf1 4 года назад +6247

    A lot of people are confusing what he is saying as INCREASING your 1 REP MAX by 9% if you take protein, but that is NOT WHAT IS BEING SAID. The study is showing an additional 9% IMPROVEMENT ON GAINS.
    Some math:
    1 Rep Max - 100kg
    Gain 1 Rep Max without protein supplementation- 10kg
    Gain 1 Rep Max without protein supplementation (Percent) -10%
    New 1 Rep Max without protein supplementation - 110kg
    The additional 9% is ON THE GAIN:
    Theoretical Gain with protein supplementation - (9% of 10kg + 10kg) = 10.9kg
    Theoretical Gain 1 Rep Max with protein supplementation (Percent) - 10.9%
    Theoretical New 1 Rep Max with protein supplementation - 110.9kg
    In this case, protein supplementation would be expected to cause ONLY a 0.9% INCREASE IN 1 REP MAX.

  • @Chris-gg2ef
    @Chris-gg2ef 3 года назад +5603

    Although I don’t workout THAT much, I do like it since it’s easier do chug down a shake than to eat 8 eggs

    • @creativename165
      @creativename165 3 года назад +57

      True

    • @JLUX100
      @JLUX100 3 года назад +381

      And way less cholesterol and bad fats..

    • @herbbowler2461
      @herbbowler2461 3 года назад +84

      Why do you think you need that much protein.
      I eat a maximum of about 2 eggs a week.
      That's more than enough animal protein. My wife loves eggs. That's the only reason i eat them at all.

    • @JLUX100
      @JLUX100 3 года назад +428

      @@herbbowler2461 because if you're trying to Gain you actually need a lot more. Especially if you're a Bodybuilder trying to gain as much as possible. You need to always been in a 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗹𝘂𝘀 just as the same with calories and carbs. If you just consume what you need for maintenance you will not gain and grow more lean muscle than you have but will just stay the same. Also what, you really want are amino acids. They are the building blocks of all cell proteins. And 5 or more amino acids are considered a protein. But that's not a complete protein. There are plenty of essential and non essential amino acids that we need and can gain all sorts o f benefits from. Much better than just protein which only have a few of the amino acids.

    • @JLUX100
      @JLUX100 3 года назад +53

      @@herbbowler2461 amino acids are protein they're the building blocks of. What I'm saying is proteins you eat usually aren't complete protein in the sense they are missing most of the other amino acids. You want all of them so your body can use them for every different type of protein your different cells need. Plant protein has much more raw amino acids cause its the first source of protein when animal protein is recycled protein that the animals ate from plants. Problem is we cannot eat enough food in mass and different variety of foods on a daily basis to get enough nutrition. Maybe for an average range yea but when you're trying to always be in surplus or get all of the nutrients that are hard to find in foods you need supplementation. This is why even bodybuilders that eat nutrient dense foods every two hours still need supplementation. We cannot fit that much mass and variety of foods into our diets every day never mind afford it too. Cause it's hard keeping that many foods and herbs, plants, seeds, oils & veggies fresh. I've been bodybuilding for 13+ years as well as studying athletic sciences, kinesiology, general health, biochemistry. Also was a national athlete (rugby) and had professional nutrition coaching

  • @alexunlv
    @alexunlv 5 лет назад +4762

    Since I've been taking Protein powder, I have noticed much faster muscle recovery. Prior to that, my muscles ached for days after a solid workout. Not anymore.

    • @xxcrucificioxx
      @xxcrucificioxx 5 лет назад +223

      me too. i did not know this, wish i did when i did sports in high school, but back then there was no internet

    • @fbkensarhd5279
      @fbkensarhd5279 5 лет назад +103

      Happy kidney stone to you. 🤣

    • @herbbowler2461
      @herbbowler2461 5 лет назад +152

      My muscles never ache. Almost no animal protein and no suplements. My age 72

    • @RashaunRuffin
      @RashaunRuffin 5 лет назад +35

      Can you use water if u can’t drink milk or don’t have milk?

    • @alexunlv
      @alexunlv 5 лет назад +84

      @@RashaunRuffin I use water all the time when I take my first shake at the office. Of course, I prefer it with almond milk and a nana.

  • @micperez819
    @micperez819 3 года назад +3440

    I don't take protein to increase strength, I take it to help my muscles recover and stimulate hypertophy

    • @jjjells420
      @jjjells420 3 года назад +44

      same

    • @amadeus4438
      @amadeus4438 3 года назад +36

      Will that my knee muscles cause they are like dead

    • @CH-jj8wk
      @CH-jj8wk 3 года назад +8

      Yep, same!

    • @srs6461
      @srs6461 3 года назад +41

      @@amadeus4438 Leg day baby

    • @amadeus4438
      @amadeus4438 3 года назад +7

      @@srs6461 I broke my knee and it was on the other side of my leg and ever since my knee muscles have been fucked

  • @coleboychuck500
    @coleboychuck500 3 года назад +527

    As someone who used to be too skinny. Yes it helps. That extra protein shake is just a little extra calories and a little extra protein each day. Especially for someone who sees eating as a chore but is trying to gain lean muscle mass

    • @arunmangroo8628
      @arunmangroo8628 Год назад +10

      Same boat and can confirm !!!!

    • @aro5994
      @aro5994 Год назад +2

      Does that industrial protein have any bad effects on the body?

    • @kingol4801
      @kingol4801 Год назад

      @@aro5994 Depends on the brand and what additions they have.
      Some are good, some are bad

    • @heckincat1406
      @heckincat1406 Год назад +1

      ​@@aro5994the only thing is that whey contains lactose, but there are alternatives. Otherwise, it's usually just dairy product.

    • @aro5994
      @aro5994 Год назад +2

      @@heckincat1406 i don't have problems with lactose, thanks for your information ❤

  • @docturbo7645
    @docturbo7645 5 лет назад +8879

    03:23 thank me later

  • @RalphiesFishsticks
    @RalphiesFishsticks 5 лет назад +4779

    An extra 9% is small??? When you said it was only a small gain I expected like half a percent or something like that. An extra 9% in gains is pretty great in my opinion.

    • @XMorbidReignX
      @XMorbidReignX 5 лет назад +553

      It's literally the difference between Eddie Hall's world record deadlift and second place.

    • @lefterisphasarias8934
      @lefterisphasarias8934 5 лет назад +77

      Lol yeah, exactly my thought as well

    • @DocUnlock
      @DocUnlock  5 лет назад +420

      That's totally cool - if that gain is useful for you then absolutely optimize your protein intake.

    • @davec.3198
      @davec.3198 5 лет назад +200

      10% of my 300lb bench takes that down to 270lbs. Massive difference.

    • @starlord4156
      @starlord4156 5 лет назад +132

      Dave C. You don‘t start from 0. E.g your bench press improves in a few months from 250 to 300 without whey protein and to (250 +50•110%) 305 with whey protein. Thats still something but not so much that supplements are necessary to build a good physique

  • @surrealistidealist
    @surrealistidealist 3 года назад +702

    That little bit of help from extra protein can make a surprisingly significant difference not only for elite athletes, but also for ordinary people just taking care of their health *when you consider how much even small gains can accumulate over time. In other words, when you're elderly, you'll enjoy any extra muscle and strength you've managed to save up over the course of your lifetime.*

    • @Magnulus76
      @Magnulus76 3 года назад +19

      You actually have to go to a gymn and put in the time. Most people don't regularly do so.

    • @surrealistidealist
      @surrealistidealist 3 года назад +65

      @@Magnulus76 Put in the time? Definitely! But at the gym? I think that depends on the individual and the situation. There's a lot than can be accomplished without a gym. Especially if we can invest in a chin-up bar and a few weights.

    • @henny6566
      @henny6566 2 года назад

      @@surrealistidealist Yep gym membership and diet plans and protein shakes are all a myth so those companies can generate money. They're billion dollar industries. Prisoners have pretty much proven them a myth. They don't have fancy gym equipment and expensive protein diets and shakes. Just good ole fashion push ups and pull ups and burpees with a shit diet.

    • @unkameatgoodbar2315
      @unkameatgoodbar2315 2 года назад +49

      A lot of folks don’t know that protein is hard on the kidneys, so relying on powder primary and food secondary, they are unknowingly causing inflammation on the kidneys,,you must know the right amount , counteract this by eating blueberries, and cilantro which fortifies the blood vessels and keeps the kidneys working optimum, ..I lift and I work in healthcare, the hospital, I’ve seen those in the gym with kidney issues because a lack of understanding the amount of protein to take and what your body will use….do I say still take …HEYELL yes…protein builds muscle,we just gotta be smart about it..

    • @surrealistidealist
      @surrealistidealist 2 года назад +9

      @@unkameatgoodbar2315 Thank you for mentioning that! Yes indeed!!!

  • @tomelliott4092
    @tomelliott4092 5 лет назад +5514

    He sure made those eyebrow gains

    • @shrutimaan3788
      @shrutimaan3788 5 лет назад +49

      😂😂

    • @DocUnlock
      @DocUnlock  5 лет назад +1210

      You need a special type of protein supplement for these kind of eyebrows :p

    • @bayamonpr8383
      @bayamonpr8383 5 лет назад +10

      😭😭

    • @lakeconroehouse
      @lakeconroehouse 5 лет назад +125

      DocUnlock Don’t be an idiot, you really think you can make eyebrow gains just on protein alone?? His eyebrows are on steroids

    • @weirdwildwackyz
      @weirdwildwackyz 5 лет назад +4

      LMFAO

  • @adityapappu4963
    @adityapappu4963 3 года назад +1729

    The thing for me a student with a very busy and not always consistent schedule is that drinking a protein shake is often faster and easier than cooking a meal and making sure that the recipe I choose has some protein component in it and that too enough of it. Plus living in a student house also means you can't always get the kitchen to yourself for as long as you want.

    • @chandlerbingbong
      @chandlerbingbong 3 года назад +40

      A student with a busy schedule. Yeah riiiight.

    • @psychadelicpotato8580
      @psychadelicpotato8580 3 года назад +526

      @@chandlerbingbong yes a student with a busy schedule

    • @himarkburdett9378
      @himarkburdett9378 3 года назад +3

      Start of lockdown I took home from work a load of discarded protein shakes have some people have left renting some of our space started drinking a lot of them top of the junk food that I got addicted to in lockdown I can testify that protein shakes seem to work I massively increase waistline tells its own story I thought my weight would level out I went beyond the maximum on my bathroom scales I made myself in boots chemist I gained a whopping 140 lbs in 9 months

    • @DJLDomino
      @DJLDomino 3 года назад +26

      One way of looking at your statement might be that you are treating a symptom but not the disease. Is a life that is so busy one cannot eat actual food, a healthy life to be leading? There's not necessarily a right or wrong answer but I feel your situation is an example of the way modern life can be destructive but that we treat as normal/acceptable.

    • @CaptainYesz
      @CaptainYesz 3 года назад +2

      If your body is below maintenance, you're wasting gains

  • @ramonbs6075
    @ramonbs6075 5 лет назад +523

    “Only 9%” is not “only”. Is far better for pros.

    • @larrymtz83
      @larrymtz83 5 лет назад

      if u weight 27kg..

    • @beatsbyelvis6890
      @beatsbyelvis6890 5 лет назад +23

      Larry Martinez clearly your brain doesn’t “weight” that much

    • @larrymtz83
      @larrymtz83 5 лет назад +1

      @@beatsbyelvis6890 says the one with thst nick name 😂😂

    • @unarmedwarwolf9384
      @unarmedwarwolf9384 5 лет назад +12

      @@larrymtz83 What was the 'gotcha' in that? You even have spelling mistakes. You still look like an idiot.

    • @farhadsafari7943
      @farhadsafari7943 5 лет назад +3

      Larry Martinez man youre such an idiot

  • @esidisi732
    @esidisi732 3 года назад +78

    Your title is perfect, hope everyone is so transparent and lenient.

  • @berathajaya8020
    @berathajaya8020 3 года назад +419

    The point is:
    Higher protein intake won't matter without enough resistance training.

    • @lukasschallibaum5046
      @lukasschallibaum5046 3 года назад +68

      The point is: training wont matter without the right food

    • @dzentsetsu5607
      @dzentsetsu5607 3 года назад +15

      @@lukasschallibaum5046 and vice versa

    • @gabe_riel
      @gabe_riel 2 года назад +7

      @@lukasschallibaum5046 nahh I eat whatever I want and train. Though I'm not tryna lose weight so the right food doesn't matter, but if you want the most optimal way then yeah eating the right food is better. Other than that, you don't need the right food to train just saying.

    • @jeanlouis1898
      @jeanlouis1898 2 года назад +2

      @@gabe_riel well yeah you can train with a shitty diet but will you see maximum results?

    • @gabe_riel
      @gabe_riel 2 года назад +4

      @@jeanlouis1898 ofc not, but im just saying you can still do training because the other guys point states that your training won't matter at all 🤷‍♂️

  • @ja6443
    @ja6443 4 года назад +2689

    "Only 9%" lol I'll take that, every bit helps!

    • @kourtneyrush1482
      @kourtneyrush1482 4 года назад +30

      J A lol agreed!! 😅😅

    • @RaphyJmusic
      @RaphyJmusic 4 года назад +59

      Well yeah, but some people can have sensitive livers and kidneys to high protein, so if just resistance training gets you 91% of the way to gains this is good news

    • @i_am_processing_
      @i_am_processing_ 4 года назад +39

      9% is a lot! If you compete professionally, this is an awesome edge.

    • @ArjanTigchelaar
      @ArjanTigchelaar 4 года назад +51

      @G B what if your boss paid you 9% more?

    • @PinoyBulilit07
      @PinoyBulilit07 4 года назад +3

      You have to take diminishing returns into play here. Once you’re at a professional level you won’t be getting 9% increase. Maybe 1% or less. Olympians sometimes take a whole year to get 1-5lbs PRs because they are lifting 3-4 times the weight of the average joe.

  • @sudhirpatil6240
    @sudhirpatil6240 4 года назад +101

    *3:25** Here is Catch*

  • @captainthunderbolt7541
    @captainthunderbolt7541 3 года назад +58

    It’s a 9% gain over a short fixed period of time - but lifting is a long term hobby, and those 9%s are going to add up over time.

    • @budhil4351
      @budhil4351 3 года назад +1

      Exactly because that 9% is going to compound again and again which will make double the normal gain in enough time.

    • @mavkicks5096
      @mavkicks5096 3 года назад +1

      Exactly what i was thinking, buddy said "only 9%"😭

    • @JuliettKilo
      @JuliettKilo 3 года назад

      @@budhil4351 Your gain will also slow down when you become stronger and get closer to your genetic ceiling. So its may not compound that significantly. And its far too optimistic to think it will double your gain in long term.

    • @dr.paulwilliam7447
      @dr.paulwilliam7447 3 года назад +2

      @@JuliettKilo well, well. Of course a "double" is not to be seen linear wise but on a logarhythmic scalw: if you need 2000 training days to get to your genetic ceiling , then protein shakes directly after training (and only if the muscle swellls!) might reduce that to 1850-1900 sessions. Over the course of twelve years (52 weeks times 3 sessions/week = 156 sessions yearly) while you are fit and healthy enough to cope with hard training => roughly one year saved that you can invest e.g. in stretching/flexing or just more cardio => significantly more rounded training overall than just pure strength training (which in itself is idiotic btw). That then is the difference between athlete and strongman…

    • @harryv6752
      @harryv6752 5 месяцев назад

      Cumulative gains, I concur. 🤘

  • @BertsBalls
    @BertsBalls 4 года назад +61

    I clicked on this video out of respect for you putting the answer in the thumbnail

  • @takkiejakkie5458
    @takkiejakkie5458 5 лет назад +1079

    Nobody's claiming protein powder is a replacement for going to the gym.

    • @irregulargamer1352
      @irregulargamer1352 5 лет назад +122

      Ive always seen it as an easier way to take in protien. I can only eat so much beans and or chicken before feeling like i swallowed a brick.

    • @aardmaat
      @aardmaat 5 лет назад +35

      OMG right? Like wtf: ask someone drinking a protein shake at the gym whether he even lifts.... why the hell else would he be at the gym? ruclips.net/video/_MNFSIsx_f0/видео.html (except if he's there for cardio, but then later in the video they mention that these shakes also help in recovering from cardio, so it's still dumb as fuck)

    • @ClayHales
      @ClayHales 5 лет назад +10

      @@aardmaat In all fairness, I have seen plenty of bros in the gym that think they are lifting, but they aren't really doing anything effective.

    • @Tommyblueeyes
      @Tommyblueeyes 5 лет назад +8

      @@ClayHales It really gets on my nerves. I started bodybuilding in the early 90s....and people are still making the same mistakes now...One guy in particular...at my gym...thinks he is gonna get jacked from doing 1 rep oly lifts....

    • @gravemind6536
      @gravemind6536 5 лет назад +26

      @@aardmaat I have protein shakes purely for recovery purposes the quicker you get that protein the quicker you start to recover and I don't want to feel sore all day.

  • @stoopiddub333
    @stoopiddub333 4 года назад +855

    My problem is I can only eat so much a day. A protein supplement remedies that.
    Also drink a lot of chocolate milk.

    • @informater1583
      @informater1583 4 года назад +7

      High protein food list
      ruclips.net/video/bF3xRTGvA-o/видео.html

    • @tonyhamilton7785
      @tonyhamilton7785 4 года назад +93

      Chocolate milk has way too much sugar, but it is a good source of protein

    • @stoopiddub333
      @stoopiddub333 4 года назад +18

      @@tonyhamilton7785
      I never considered the sugar content of chocolate milk. Should I just drink standard whole milk then?

    • @tonyhamilton7785
      @tonyhamilton7785 4 года назад +24

      @@stoopiddub333 I drink regular whole milk with mass gainer protein powder when bulking and regular whole milk with regular protein when cutting

    • @shutdahellup69420
      @shutdahellup69420 4 года назад +13

      If ur on bulk just use regular whole milk and add ur protein shake to it simple.
      And post workout its better to take whey with water.

  • @manny75586
    @manny75586 2 года назад +82

    I am/was (blood sugars are normal now) a diabetic. I had a bad high carb late night snacking problem.
    I started replacing the snack with a protein shake made with unsweetened almond milk.
    I ended up losing 30 lbs just making that change.
    So to me, there are a lot of good reasons and ways to have protein shakes.
    And yes, I use them after the gym now too.

    • @deairaj6492
      @deairaj6492 Год назад +2

      what do you put in your protein shakes i want to start drinking them

    • @TravelWithParisTamizhaa
      @TravelWithParisTamizhaa Год назад

      Super .
      Could you tell me which brand protein powder u using ?

    • @Tad1945
      @Tad1945 Год назад +4

      I always feel sick or vomit when I down a protein shake I prefer to get my protein my foods.

    • @gg80808
      @gg80808 Год назад

      @@TravelWithParisTamizhaa iso 100 is the best

    • @Valoric
      @Valoric Год назад +1

      @@Tad1945 probably need to drink it slowly or add enzymes. Or avoid low quality protein blends.

  • @marquisealexander1371
    @marquisealexander1371 5 лет назад +510

    Almost 10% increase in strength is nothing to turn your nose to.

    • @MrTacolover42
      @MrTacolover42 4 года назад +17

      Heres the problem:
      1. That 9% increase is in new trainees. In other words it can make a good difference in the beginning but its not like if you take a protein shake its gonna make you just blast through your genetic potential. 9% of half a pound of muscle is not alot (and its very typical to see very slow to no progress in gym after 3-5 years training). Im not sure theres a study that has gone into trained individuals and how much it helps with MPS. But we can assume (We dont know) its still better to have more, and it certainly doesnt hurt anything.
      2. A protein shake probably doesnt make a whole lot of difference when compared to a chicken breast or a lean beef. When you account for total daily protein intake it doesnt help nearly as much. Protein does seem to be a good bit cheaper per gram of protein then meat at times however. And theres the convenience.
      For me i eat about 200 grams of protein per day. If i switched the protein shake for a chicken breast i would see no difference in muscle gained, because total protein is the same.

    • @woezacardoza5659
      @woezacardoza5659 4 года назад

      Nose at

    • @informater1583
      @informater1583 4 года назад

      High protein food list
      ruclips.net/video/bF3xRTGvA-o/видео.html

    • @LaertKraja1
      @LaertKraja1 4 года назад +5

      Its a gain percentage, not a weight percentage. If your 1 rep max is 100 kilos and your gain is 10 kilos (110kilo rep max) your protein percentage in the gain would be the 9% of 10 kilos, not 100 kilos. That would become 900 grams (9% of 10 kilos). So if you are naturally gaining a 10% in you rep max, what youre gaining from protein is 0.9% of that 100 kilos.

    • @SteelSlugProductions
      @SteelSlugProductions 3 года назад

      My thoughts exactly man.

  • @GymRatMotivation
    @GymRatMotivation 3 года назад +2815

    The one “negative” thing that comes with high protein diet, is the protein farts 😂 you can never trust them

    • @aLittlePal
      @aLittlePal 3 года назад +44

      😂👍 oh my freaking god yes

    • @white_devil73
      @white_devil73 3 года назад +310

      Amen to that. My wife commented on how much my "dogs" are farting now.

    • @iamvan7243
      @iamvan7243 3 года назад +269

      @@white_devil73 your secret's safe with us

    • @astoniron3365
      @astoniron3365 3 года назад +59

      We all accidently passed some gas at the gym.

    • @GlobalGobble
      @GlobalGobble 3 года назад +86

      Oh my god! The men's locker room in the morning is like a torture chamber!! My eyes literally water.

  • @RayMak
    @RayMak 4 года назад +3395

    Food is the best medicine

    • @100cents5
      @100cents5 4 года назад +183

      Why r u everywhere?

    • @ianchow6861
      @ianchow6861 4 года назад +115

      @@100cents5 exactly I found him in a fucking Freddie mercury video and now this video

    • @katfans7124
      @katfans7124 4 года назад +32

      but healthy food are hard to find these day unless you cook it urself

    • @cessnabil
      @cessnabil 4 года назад +20

      yes agreed natural food is the best and how come this chemically processed protein has no side effects at all... I watched the other videos and I think no one is going to say against this multi million industry

    • @baseballer21and0
      @baseballer21and0 4 года назад +4

      ok Ralph Smart

  • @lowsvagyok
    @lowsvagyok 2 года назад +15

    As someone who's daily protein intake is

  • @AwakenedMan
    @AwakenedMan 4 года назад +1317

    We already know the catch - those damn rancid farts

    • @STM23s
      @STM23s 4 года назад +3

      😆😆😆

    • @Nekronomikn
      @Nekronomikn 4 года назад +1

      Lmfao

    • @benandrews5742
      @benandrews5742 4 года назад +55

      Honestly, since I've started using protein shakes again, I've been pooping a lot better. My constipation is cured!

    • @ny2bama
      @ny2bama 4 года назад +16

      Its all about which you chose for protein... muscle milk 50g protein is what I use. Huge difference and no protein farts...

    • @KKOOLSKOOL
      @KKOOLSKOOL 4 года назад +1

      @@ny2bama facts mine just came in yesterday

  • @iRregular91
    @iRregular91 4 года назад +635

    3:56 I can literally feel the pain in my back watching this picture.

  • @vegasprogambler5336
    @vegasprogambler5336 5 лет назад +72

    ONLY 9%??? holy crap... thats HUGE for doing NOTHING different. are you kidding me?

    • @Nojintt
      @Nojintt 5 лет назад +14

      Keep in mind that the 9% presented in this video was for 1 rep strength. The article actually shows 27% increase in fat free mass (muscle mass) compared to the groups who didn't receive extra protein.

    • @rasmus5079
      @rasmus5079 4 года назад +2

      It's 9% of the GAIN so if you benched 100 kg and without additional protein you got to 110 kg, with it you would've got to 110,9 kg.

  • @Who_Does
    @Who_Does 2 года назад +7

    4:30 hits it just right. If you want to squeeze every bit of muscle potential and you somehow can't get enough protein in your regular meal, go for it.

  • @philip5798
    @philip5798 4 года назад +30

    The 4th reason for protein supplements, consistency. It's sometime difficult to maintain a consistent nutrition plan depending on your work and lifestyle and supplementation can definitely help in this regard.

    • @benmjt
      @benmjt 2 года назад

      Just have a set diet?

    • @RedHawk1010
      @RedHawk1010 2 года назад +5

      @@benmjt not easy for everyone

    • @kingol4801
      @kingol4801 Год назад

      @@benmjt Does not work too much.
      Most people are tired from work. Combine that with a low mood == ruined diet on that day

  • @Adrian16Z
    @Adrian16Z 5 лет назад +160

    People aren’t understanding the question and study correctly. The study shown in this video shows a group of people that HAD already been getting enough protein from their regular diet. The study was done to show if there were any ADDITIONAL benefits from protein powder. The results? Yes about a 9% increase in strength, but there is a cap at which too much protein does not equal more gains. ( if you’re already getting enough protein, I wouldn’t turn to protein powder for extra strength, I would recommend creatine )
    However, most people watching the video were probably wondering if protein powder worked as a supplement to protein. In that case YES, obviously. If you have a hard time reaching your protein goals from your regular diet, protein powder does work in supplementing your missing macros. It’s protein after all, your body doesn’t care where you get it from. Although, make sure you are still getting in a good chunk from whole foods, as they have other nutrients your body needs.

    • @g13n79
      @g13n79 5 лет назад +1

      Facts∆

    • @anishshinde1184
      @anishshinde1184 5 лет назад

      Underrated comment

    • @hititwithit
      @hititwithit 5 лет назад +3

      You basically typed my response for me.

    • @Nojintt
      @Nojintt 5 лет назад

      Exactly. Note that the participants in the study were at already high levels of protein compared to general population.
      One note though... I shy away from creatine due to some research suggesting it could expedite hair loss (which runs in my family and would rather not speed up).

    • @herbbowler2461
      @herbbowler2461 5 лет назад +1

      I would recommend a plant based diet over extra protein. Good for strength. Great for indurance

  • @human47134
    @human47134 3 года назад +327

    I can’t physically eat a lot of food, so using a protein supplement along with my diet would be the only way I’d achieve the 1.6 per kg per day.

    • @mysteretsym
      @mysteretsym 3 года назад

      drink milk

    • @Kevin-ch8fu
      @Kevin-ch8fu 3 года назад

      @@mysteretsym Yes and preferably non homogenised raw milk for the digestive system 💪

    • @cuttersanin3545
      @cuttersanin3545 3 года назад +42

      @@Kevin-ch8fu not everyone owns a cow

    • @50shadesofcerakote
      @50shadesofcerakote 3 года назад +9

      @@cuttersanin3545 and most are lactose intolerant.. I used to drink milk everyday. Then a week after I turned 16 I started getting really bad reactions, breaking out in hives and shit because of milk.

    • @holliswilliams8426
      @holliswilliams8426 3 года назад +2

      @@mysteretsym milk has a ton of sugar and fat in it usually

  • @nahiag
    @nahiag 3 года назад +618

    It would be interesting to compare the "recommended" intake of 0.8g/kg/day vs protein shakes.
    If the participants already eat way above the "recommended" level adding more isn't the same as when you eat very little protein and add more.

    • @PRANSHU49
      @PRANSHU49 3 года назад +29

      Underrated. Esp for vegans

    • @YawnerSt
      @YawnerSt 3 года назад +30

      exactly what I was thinking ... these guys already probably took enough protein to play a vital role in gains

    • @vanguardas9927
      @vanguardas9927 2 года назад +29

      this is why a lot of studies are flawed...the researchers are probably non-lifters if they can't even think of this kind of basic shit...shit that people actually want to know

    • @Andrew-qu7lq
      @Andrew-qu7lq 2 года назад +3

      It does seem implied that the recommended 0.8 is lower than what the plateaued level of 1.6g/kg/day and so increasing to the 1.6 would be the more general approach. So if you aren't getting enough protein to begin with or are deliberately avoiding heavy protein foods for dietary or other reasons, then that'll be a bigger effect than somebody already eating eggs, steak, chicken, etc.

    • @kylegrant9980
      @kylegrant9980 2 года назад +6

      Doesnt matter as long as you get the recommended amount. If you eat it in chicken or shakes.

  • @stu3775
    @stu3775 3 года назад +225

    9% gain is huge in the lifting world and in life. Especially when pyramiding for strength gain. That's the kind of gains that bump training up to next level.

    • @kossitete8891
      @kossitete8891 3 года назад +5

      That is if you are a professional athlete

    • @stu3775
      @stu3775 3 года назад +15

      @@kossitete8891 9% would be like adding 30lbs to a 300lb bench press and benching 330lbs, impressive gain for anyone I would say.

    • @stu3775
      @stu3775 3 года назад +4

      @@aleks-wy6uf More gain is always better.

    • @srs6461
      @srs6461 3 года назад +1

      @@aleks-wy6uf That’s still pretty good.

    • @mysteretsym
      @mysteretsym 3 года назад +6

      @@aleks-wy6uf now imagine you got a 9% gain increase from more protein intake, a 9% gain increase from optimal vitamin intake and a 9% increase in flavonoid and antioxidant intake and a 9% gain increease from optimal training then another 9% gain increase from optimized sleep then another 9% gain increase from supplement intake then another 9% gain increase from full body training then another 9% gain increase from increase volume training then another 9% gain increase from optimal hydration then another 9% gain increase from creatine intake then another 9% gain increase from ecdysteroid intake then another 9% gain increase from increase frequency training then another 9% gain increase from chicken breast intake then another 9% gain increase from eating dark leafy green vegetables. My point is drinking a protein shake isnt hard AT ALL. a 9% increase for eating food is literally insane. you silly bumbo bloodclart rassclart bumbo bloodcart egg

  • @alvatrous
    @alvatrous 3 года назад +40

    I think the best benefit is the one metioned last. it's a way to skew your macro ratio through out the day to more optimally favor protein as needed. it's also a convenient and relatively cheap way to get it. basically it can help you hit your protein goals for the day.

  • @Andrew6James
    @Andrew6James 3 года назад +105

    A major flaw in this study that no-one seems to have picked up on is that hardly anyone has 1.4g/kg/day of protein outside controlled environments. If I could get that much protein in my diet everyday through normal food then I wouldn't take whey. I take whey because through my diet I probably only get 0.5-0.6g/kg/day of protein but via shakes I can get this to nearer 0.8-1.0g/kg/day which helps me make gains.
    Making a comparison between a groups whose baseline dietary protein intake was more 'normal' would be a much better gauge of protein supplement efficacy.

    • @jonniefast
      @jonniefast 2 года назад +3

      no one has a 7oz piece of meat? in the freezer?
      huh?!

    • @Bramble20322
      @Bramble20322 2 года назад +33

      @@jonniefast 200g of meat has like 30g of protein, mate. Do you weight 25kg?

    • @koishki
      @koishki 2 года назад +2

      Did you even watch the video?

    • @FinicalFox
      @FinicalFox Год назад +4

      @@Bramble20322 200g of chicken has nearly double that at 54g

    • @Q_Fiber
      @Q_Fiber Год назад +2

      @@ncshuriken he's saying 1.4 grams of proteins per kilogram of body weight

  • @truecerium4924
    @truecerium4924 3 года назад +23

    There could be a psychological side effect of drinking protein shakes: it is connected to the perception that people drinking shakes are fit people and as such motivating somebody to exercise as well to belnmg to that group

    • @Soso-om1de
      @Soso-om1de 3 года назад +3

      Eh not that much, just drinking a shake wont depress you because you didnt chewed 8 eggs chief

  • @RatelHBadger
    @RatelHBadger 5 лет назад +106

    When I first started going to the gym when I was 15, I was told 5 simple rules for success
    1: carb-load pre workout as a short term energy hit to aide in your workout performance
    2: have 5 balanced meals a day that have a max of 20g of protein, if one or 2 of those is a protein shake, don't waste your time having 2 other "meals".
    3: Keep your workouts balanced, if you are focusing on one muscle group, don't forget the opposite, I.e, chest and back, tris & biceps.
    4: Stay consistent, but never stagnate. Once you plateau in an exercise, mix it up, super sets etc, but never give up because you aren't making progress. If you get injured, give yourself a break & focus on a different area, just don't stop, altogether.
    5: Never Forget To Rest!!! Bust a gut in the gym, but give your muscles the chance to use the protein you load them up with, to rebuild. Constant work will get you no where. Everything in little steps.
    6: (bonus) don't beat yourself up if you don't see yourself making as much "progress" as the next guy. Work your program to your goals, they probably want to look bigger without the strength, or want more definition without the size, or they want aesthetics over function. You just be/build you! (Edit: everybody size & shape is different, so eat according to your caloric intake to maintain your weight)

    • @divisionagentbailey6727
      @divisionagentbailey6727 4 года назад +4

      Ratel.H Badger That’s good advice but here’s another... everyone is build different. I found this out the hard way. What works for you might not work for me. Fortunately from being I the gym 5 consecutive years I got more knowledge

    • @VwapTrader
      @VwapTrader 4 года назад +7

      Any tips on how to even out forearms? My right forearm is massive due to constant masturbation. Using the left doesn’t let Me feel as good though.

    • @donoffitness2892
      @donoffitness2892 4 года назад +1

      @Tony Droid naw this is completely accurate for close to maximal gains

    • @DJLEO23100
      @DJLEO23100 4 года назад

      5 meals a day? welcome to the type 2 diabetes club dude....be careful what you preach dude all people are not 6ft 150lbs to follow your diet......

    • @thejudge6727
      @thejudge6727 4 года назад

      Bro can I dm u and u can help me cause I need help and I’m confused with stuff

  • @paull9086
    @paull9086 5 лет назад +938

    “Always choose food over supplements” Rich Piana.

    • @rvind92g
      @rvind92g 5 лет назад +49

      He's no longer around. Poor Piana :(

    • @19841mlee
      @19841mlee 5 лет назад +31

      Ahhhh. Rich. Rip. Shakes are for fakes.

    • @kingharoah5615
      @kingharoah5615 5 лет назад +52

      Lol he chose steroids man

    • @omisarsoza9790
      @omisarsoza9790 5 лет назад +35

      Don't take whey powder, take steroids - rich piana

    • @dreworyan5652
      @dreworyan5652 5 лет назад +4

      Sir Nicholas D Definitelt wasn’t “pre workout” as stated obviously. A combination of drugs and how unhealthy his insides were, led to his death. Miss that big man tho. Realer than real....

  • @mark.mazzarella
    @mark.mazzarella 3 года назад +311

    I would love to hear more about the appetite suppressant effects as well as protein supplementation in the larger context of nutrition. I had always heard that it’s useful when cutting, because you’re trying to minimize caloric intake while losing as little muscle as possible. So by using protein shakes, we can eat less calories while still maintaining our protein intake.
    That said, this is all stuff I’ve heard from trainers/gym guys. I’d love to get a more data driven look at how it actually works.

    • @grythm
      @grythm 2 года назад +12

      IMO, only potential problem with that is satiety - protein shakes are generally very low in terms of satiety-per-calorie compared to actually eating the same amount of protein.

    • @MrWepx-hy6sn
      @MrWepx-hy6sn 2 года назад +13

      They are real in my experience but only for a short while. For me it works because I don't like having breakfast so a protein shake with some fruit and coconut milk gets me through the morning easy, but if I drink a shake after working out, there's no power on earth would stop me from wanting to eat a whole cow. I don't eat a whole cow, but the point is that if I'm very hungry, the appetite suppresant effect does jack shit and only works for a short while.

    • @rockcaholic
      @rockcaholic Год назад

      Higher protein based foods will make you fuller. I got 200G of protein with 2100 calories. My maintenance is 3600, its a thing

    • @ZoeylaRose
      @ZoeylaRose Год назад +1

      @@rockcaholic based on reccomendation values that would mean you are ~117 kg in bodyweight

    • @terrafair3248
      @terrafair3248 Год назад +4

      Throw oats in the blender with a scoop of protein powder and make some oatmeal pancakes. Stay full for hours

  • @elephantwaffle5612
    @elephantwaffle5612 Год назад +19

    I started taking amino acids before workout and protein powder after. Have been for a few months now. Doing mostly the same exercises, I can do a lot more without getting fatigued, can do more weight, and have actually noticed myself getting visually stronger. Protein supplementation in my understanding just increases the benefits of exercise

    • @randomguy1505
      @randomguy1505 Год назад +5

      What's the difference between amino acids and protein powder? Isn't protein powder made up of amino acids?

    • @UnrealSickness
      @UnrealSickness Год назад

      This study is BS, one group received more protein and the other received more carbohydrates....of course the group with extra protein will see more results! DUH! really think about this....they should have given the control group extra protein foods instead of just extra carbs!

    • @MrThatGuyYouForgot
      @MrThatGuyYouForgot 11 месяцев назад

      It absorbs a bit faster and better. Your body only uptakes amino acids, not whole proteins (for obvious reasons). It takes time to break the proteins down and it's not 100%. Is it a huge difference? Depends. If you're a competitive athlete it might be worth it. If not, it kind of depends on opportunity cost.

    • @alxnd_r6345
      @alxnd_r6345 11 месяцев назад

      Or you simply got stronger and more used to your workouts :D

  • @cormackeenan8175
    @cormackeenan8175 5 лет назад +27

    Why I started taking whey protein was, I found it had a significant impact on post training recovery, by the way I’m 60 years of age.

    • @tonyc7940
      @tonyc7940 4 года назад

      Awesome man 👌

    • @MBravo-ki4vl
      @MBravo-ki4vl 4 года назад

      Thanks. I needed to know that 😊

    • @vanguardas9927
      @vanguardas9927 2 года назад

      the study did talk about increasing "strength"...this data/study is mostly irrelevant and useless for people who aim for hypertrophy and recovery

  • @DonnieDio
    @DonnieDio 3 года назад +23

    The study found that 1.6g of protein per KG is the optimal amount, but the control group is already taking in 1.4g per KG so that doesn't leave much room for us to see the effects of additional protein intake. 1.6g is only 15% more than the control groups 1.4g intake, that gave a 9% performance improvement, which makes sense.
    But it would be far more interesting if the control group were only taking in the recommended daily amount of 0.8g per KG, with another group taking in 1.2g and the final group doing 1.6g. I'd be very interested to see what effect that has.
    I never took protein very seriously when doing weights. I just assumed I had enough. Since I very recently started trying to take in 2g per KG, I realised I was barely taking in 0.8g per KG before. Would be interesting to see how much I've held myself back despite the obvious gains.

    • @walden6272
      @walden6272 Год назад

      These groups are all different genetically, so the results can not prove accurately. Some people can gain muscle growth and strength faster than others. For example, my friend and I are work out buddies. He consume way more protein than me. I don't use protein shakes anymore and I still gain much faster muscles and strength than him.

  • @paulmaloney2383
    @paulmaloney2383 5 лет назад +34

    who would ever thing the simple act of eating and going to the gym would be so complicated

  • @louis14367
    @louis14367 3 года назад +5

    Best video I’ve seen on protein, this guy knows his stuff ❤️

  • @SanjiKunTheLoveCook
    @SanjiKunTheLoveCook 4 года назад +39

    i'll be honest, i've been giving protein shakes a try this last month, and i have been working out 1 hour a day, 5 times a week. i'm not sure what to make of it, i mean i am in better shape, i did get more muscle definition and growth and it looks "faster" this month than it did the one before. though i'm pretty sure i've been consistent with the effort i've put into it, i feel like it helped at least to raise my protein intake without increasing the cal intake, which is a good thing on it's own

    • @Amina-vj1ot
      @Amina-vj1ot 3 года назад +3

      make sure to give each muscle group a break for optimal growth!

    • @alexmunga1885
      @alexmunga1885 2 года назад

      What shake you use

  • @pranavsailor3394
    @pranavsailor3394 4 года назад +846

    God made his face in BOLD Font.

    • @holycoochini5705
      @holycoochini5705 4 года назад +37

      this comment has me on the GROUNDDDD

    • @d.s9798
      @d.s9798 4 года назад +3

      😂😂😂😂😂

    • @CaliGirl0328
      @CaliGirl0328 4 года назад +5

      I can’t 😭😭😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @informater1583
      @informater1583 4 года назад +2

      High protein food list
      ruclips.net/video/bF3xRTGvA-o/видео.html

    • @KimseaKh
      @KimseaKh 4 года назад

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @gazoakleychef
    @gazoakleychef 4 года назад +794

    great video

    • @DocUnlock
      @DocUnlock  4 года назад +12

      Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it :)

    • @manmohitpalariya7591
      @manmohitpalariya7591 3 года назад

      @@DocUnlock bro why you stop creating vedio... 🙄🙄🙄???

    • @nafishayat1134
      @nafishayat1134 3 года назад

      Ah we need vegetarian protein powder from you hehehs

  • @abominusrex3205
    @abominusrex3205 Год назад +5

    It obviously works. My gains were fast for the 10 years I used it and the recovery was gaster. I had to give up supplements due to a minor heart attack recently. As my supplement had 80% protein, I don't know if that is really true or what the other 20% contained. Anyway, it was easier to remove items that we are not sure about the ingredients. I've replaced that with almond, walnut, pistachio, hazel nut mixture combined with dietary protein. Gains are not spectacular, but keeps me in shape.

  • @ClassicRando87
    @ClassicRando87 5 лет назад +1960

    He looks like he's on eyebrow supplements

    • @TheTaytayExperience
      @TheTaytayExperience 5 лет назад +19

      Kevin Brooke lmaoo

    • @lonemaus562
      @lonemaus562 5 лет назад +53

      Since he has a beard it doesn’t look bad.. but if he didn’t lol

    • @RocksmithPdl
      @RocksmithPdl 5 лет назад +5

      Kevin Brooke middle eastern genes

    • @usmhaevmcgmedov5525
      @usmhaevmcgmedov5525 5 лет назад +28

      @@RocksmithPdl
      Nope this dude is Indian origin.

    • @RocksmithPdl
      @RocksmithPdl 5 лет назад +3

      @@usmhaevmcgmedov5525 same thing, arabs have bushy eyebrows too

  • @winterforest2765
    @winterforest2765 4 года назад +69

    I'm in love, or am I inspired?? I love the area of sports medicine and nutrition ❤️

    • @informater1583
      @informater1583 4 года назад

      High protein food list
      ruclips.net/video/bF3xRTGvA-o/видео.html

    • @prateekyadav9811
      @prateekyadav9811 4 года назад +1

      Right? It's very interesing. Even the whole science of muscular hypertrophy anf strength gains and the nuance between the two.

  • @rocknroll506
    @rocknroll506 5 лет назад +132

    Conor mcgregors fights that guys eyebrows for his comeback fight.

  • @CybeleNode
    @CybeleNode 3 года назад +9

    A high protein low cal diet helps me with my cardio, my overall energy throughout the day and my mood; usually it all comes from organic egg whites and soy.

    • @hatilmatogan
      @hatilmatogan 3 года назад +2

      Low cal diet won't help with your overall energy unless you're fat and ate like shit beforehand.

    • @vanessac1965
      @vanessac1965 3 года назад +1

      With all respect, egg whites and soy are high lectin foods which will damage your gut over time. Hemp and pea protein, and egg yolk, are lectin free though.

    • @CybeleNode
      @CybeleNode 3 года назад +1

      @@vanessac1965 I'll take on any advice regarding foods favor estrogen to testosterone and is not chicken. See, at certain age testosterone can damage more your body and help it while estrogen induces passive recovery and a guaranteed good mood.

  • @ra_.j17
    @ra_.j17 5 лет назад +15

    Your channel is very underrated. Keep up the amazing work!

    • @DocUnlock
      @DocUnlock  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks for the support Rajvir! It makes me happy that you are enjoying my videos :)

  • @sunshineslowking5025
    @sunshineslowking5025 3 года назад +15

    9% is actually a lot more than I expected.

  • @udayaai
    @udayaai 5 лет назад +60

    "confused the muscle by eating 5g/kg to maximise gainzz" -Albert Einstein

    • @unolowmanta7508
      @unolowmanta7508 3 года назад

      5 grams of what. And how does that confuse the body

  • @AngelicusImmortus
    @AngelicusImmortus 3 года назад +13

    Use Whey powder as a meal replacement once a day to drop your weight a bit, the work out and eat little and often with protein and fibre as a key factor.
    That way, you see the muscle development you’re getting because you’ve shed some of the fatty tissue that covers muscle, so your muscle mass/definition isn’t hidden.

    • @saellenx3528
      @saellenx3528 3 года назад +1

      at the end of the day diet and genetics are everything when it comes to building muscle. I take protein shakes only on days when i cant get a meal after workout, for example when i have to go to work right after training session. I have shredded looking body with 86 kg, and i am training 4-5 times a Week. If you dont have genetics for the Job you can keep training all you want, you will still look average like most guys in the gym.

  • @green303yup3
    @green303yup3 3 года назад +21

    Lovely video. Straight to the point, pleasing voice just hard facts, no talking around things. Keep up the excellent work!

  • @basketballforce
    @basketballforce 3 года назад +20

    As an average Joe, I work out 4 times a week. My problem is I have a sweet tooth and usually I lack the discipline in the kitchen to be fit and lean.
    However, when I get on a lower carb food regime and I drink 2 protein shakes a day, one after workout and one in between means (usually lunch and dinner) I find myself not even wanting anything sweet, not craving some fast carbs.
    For me, I find the higher protein intake beneficial. Because the protein helps the recovery after a hard workout it helps me drop the sweets and the excessive amount of carbs that I'm usually craving.
    BUT in my honest opinion, if you are NOT working out and you eat whatever junk you see - the protein shakes will do next to nothing for you.

    • @madhunter6420
      @madhunter6420 Год назад

      sweet tooth bruh tf why would a tooth be sweet. Ik what it means but english weird af

  • @stevenkunkle3857
    @stevenkunkle3857 4 года назад +39

    Definitely interested in the effect of protein shakes on cardio

    • @factsugesto
      @factsugesto 3 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/5--z_iT6Lbw/видео.html

    • @PROPAINZERO
      @PROPAINZERO 3 года назад +3

      You'd be wasting your time and money if you're just using it for cardio alone you're better off just using creatine and a pre workout for all that

    • @srs6461
      @srs6461 3 года назад

      @@skiddybipbop6844 What if you’re fat?

  • @Mr.Wayne.1
    @Mr.Wayne.1 3 года назад +77

    •Short answer: No. Food is more important.
    • Does it help and give you that extra: Yes

    • @siriusly7081
      @siriusly7081 3 года назад +9

      protein powder is just dried food, your comment is like saying “dont eat beef jerky, eating food is more important”

    • @doni8726
      @doni8726 3 года назад

      But I don’t get, the muscles fibres get repaired with only protein, if ur not getting a good amount without high protein products there is no way to grow muscles?!

    • @sfguzmani
      @sfguzmani 5 месяцев назад

      Lol. Whey protein is a food.

  • @Vanexelfan3137
    @Vanexelfan3137 5 лет назад +270

    Dude from vid: Hey bro, do you even lift?
    Me: Do YOU???

    • @fbkensarhd5279
      @fbkensarhd5279 5 лет назад +5

      2 words..
      Lean muscles.

    • @Vanexelfan3137
      @Vanexelfan3137 5 лет назад +4

      FB Kensar HD
      Idk. I didn't think of that. I mean, you might be right but he would have to have really lean muscles. He seems more like a cardio person or just someone who cracked the food code and is really slim (walking, manner of eating, etc.).

    • @DocUnlock
      @DocUnlock  5 лет назад +30

      Hi J DC, lol... yes I do actually. I have been lifting since my late teens. I was overweight as a teenager so I took up cardio first and then resistance training later. During uni I was very much into increasing muscle mass/strength. I used to use protein supplements just because everyone else was. Now that I'm older, my objectives have changed. I'm all about maintaining good health for longevity.
      So in short, yes I do lift :p
      I might make a video in future about my journey

    • @Vanexelfan3137
      @Vanexelfan3137 5 лет назад +41

      DocUnlock
      Good to know. I was actually thinking of taking this post down altogether as it was written during a particularly glib phase that I have since halted. In other words, I apologize if I seemed rude. I've since figured out that if I wouldn't say something to someone in an elevator, I probably shouldn't say it as a comment anonymously. I appreciate your ability to shrug off my negativity and be civil. Here's wishing you the best of luck in the future.

    • @DocUnlock
      @DocUnlock  5 лет назад +31

      All good J DC, no offence taken. I'm very impressed by your openness and maturity in that last post - you've set a new standard for RUclips comments imo! Wishing you all the best :)

  • @lukebeltrand3847
    @lukebeltrand3847 3 года назад +103

    I guess my only beef with this is the control group was getting enough protein through normal diet, which is very abnormal for avg population which is well below avg protein consumption. Would be very interesting to see a study of poeple who consume under the reccomended amount vs those getting to the right amount with protein shakes.

    • @jonniefast
      @jonniefast 2 года назад +7

      huh?!?
      a simple 7-8oz peice of chicken has plenty of protein content, 3-4 eggs for breakfast & youre good to go for the entire day
      i might be in debt and buy groceries on credit but i can guarantee i wont miss my daily vitamin/protein intake

    • @Bramble20322
      @Bramble20322 2 года назад +31

      @@jonniefast Most people's diet consist mainly of starch, sugar and fat, and 220g of chicken is a big piece compared to what most people eat daily.

    • @lomicwind
      @lomicwind Год назад +19

      @@jonniefast 225gr of chicken plus 3-4 eggs ? That's closer to my weekly protein intake in reality.

    • @elephantwaffle5612
      @elephantwaffle5612 Год назад +9

      @@jonniefastI agree it’s very realistic to get the right amount of protein, but that doesn’t change the fact most people dont

    • @mikelewicki1557
      @mikelewicki1557 Год назад +1

      That’s sad. At least three eggs in an omelet for breakfast everyday for me. And that’s just the start

  • @luckygx7892
    @luckygx7892 5 лет назад +355

    Spoiler: Yes
    I gave you instant a like

  • @MarkLee-bb1gs
    @MarkLee-bb1gs 3 года назад +7

    Great video! Just wanted to add that even 1.4g of protein is a LOT. Most people would struggle to eat that much protein in a day. So these people in the trial are already primed for gains.

    • @notmee587
      @notmee587 2 года назад

      Chesterfield?

    • @65EKS65
      @65EKS65 2 года назад

      I don't think 1.4x body weight is a lot unless you weigh a lot but then also your hunger usually is bigger.. I weigh little over 70kg so 1.4x would be 98g of protein a day for me. My most common breakfast alone already is around 30-40g and dinner a little bit more than that, so that's already roughly 80g. The remaining 18g could be just a single protein pudding and I could have lunches, snacks and supper without any protein, which is nearly impossible since almost everything has at least some amount of protein!

    • @anndavies8705
      @anndavies8705 2 года назад

      1 full chicken wing is 10g. Every carbs has its protein too

    • @algirdasltu1389
      @algirdasltu1389 Год назад

      Im 65kg so thats 91g but im pretty inconsistent some days i get like 90-100+ and somedays barely 80

  • @huracan200173
    @huracan200173 3 года назад +48

    For me, it's not about that 9%, it's about getting enough protein during my day. It's hard using food only to even get to those 120g protein per day. A 25gr shake makes it FAR more easy.

    • @nerdsnerdic3653
      @nerdsnerdic3653 2 года назад

      100%

    • @benmjt
      @benmjt 2 года назад

      The video literally said you're probably getting enough. Am I going crazy here. How are so many people missing this.

    • @huracan200173
      @huracan200173 2 года назад

      @@benmjt it depends on your diet. I weight 75kg. So the "ideal" for my weight would be around 120g of protein per day. That means around 400-500g of chicken breast for example. That's too much to eat for me. It's easy to lower that by adding a protein shake at breakfast for example. You don't have to eat AS MUCH that way. And besides, that example is with chicken breast which is one of the best protein sources available. If you're eating beef it's even worst. Imagine if you want to eat pasta one day instead of eating meats on every meal... So for me, one protein shake makes sense.

    • @tamara.mw.
      @tamara.mw. 2 года назад +2

      @@benmjt Adding to what Javier said, not only is it not recommended to eat meat every day, there's also vegetarians and vegans. And although you can get enough protein from a plant based diet, it's significantly harder to reach the required amount and you need supplements if you lift.

    • @baitreview
      @baitreview 2 года назад +2

      @@benmjt he said it's enough for normal people. Normal diets 100% DO NOT have enough protein to build muscle

  • @AKBrody
    @AKBrody 3 года назад +25

    When you want to calculate the amount of protein needed to hit the upper protein intake limit for serious athletes, it’s just your body weight in pounds.

    • @geraldfriend256
      @geraldfriend256 3 года назад

      True.And to me that's too much but if you are hitting it hard it is perfect .

  • @sac1arknexus
    @sac1arknexus 2 месяца назад

    Thank you for spelling this our in 'real terms'. While I do supplement with Protein, this is really the first demonstration of what you COULD achieve, and confirmation of the 'plateau' effect. I understand the benefits of resistance training and do participate in this regularly, but the number of times you see 'increase your protein intake' and you WILL achieve lean muscle mass, is quite startling.

  • @himeyalvaradoslaying
    @himeyalvaradoslaying 3 года назад +22

    This is why I don’t watch small people talk about working out because a 10% difference is lovely already

  • @eyuelzero
    @eyuelzero 5 лет назад +6

    Only 1.7k subscribers? Dude you deserve a a thousand times more! Your videos have such high quality and I've found them very useful. Please continue making videos ♥️

    • @DocUnlock
      @DocUnlock  5 лет назад

      Thank you! I'm glad you're finding my videos useful. I'm taking a short break but I'll be back with new videos in July :)

    • @lilyoyo77
      @lilyoyo77 2 года назад

      @@DocUnlock he has 200k plus after 3 years now

  • @rohbot1401
    @rohbot1401 5 лет назад +17

    I didn't knew the sub count then but while I was watching the video I estimated it to be near 2-3 million
    Edit: Content is pretty good tbh

    • @DocUnlock
      @DocUnlock  5 лет назад

      Thanks for your support!

  • @markhaze8684
    @markhaze8684 2 года назад +3

    In my opinion,training hard ,eating good food and sleeping enough hours help more than abusing with supplements even if I consider them important for recovering.It depends on wich results you want to reach.I do prefer to look in good shape than big, pumped and doped.Greetings from Italy and thanks for the video.

    • @kingol4801
      @kingol4801 Год назад

      The issue is that most people don’t get enough protein from their statistically average diet.
      So, having an easy-to-consume intake is better than having none.

  • @MaxwellDjecoIII
    @MaxwellDjecoIII 5 лет назад +59

    Looking out for a negative catch (*realizes there's none*) --- continues sipping

  • @KX5Kat
    @KX5Kat 3 года назад +6

    I do recreational track sprinting, which includes both weightlifting and plyometric exercises such as sprinting itself.
    Without sufficient protein, not only do I feel exhausted, but I'd be training with excessively sore and stiff muscles, which is the fastest way to get injured when doing high-intensity training.
    What he left out is the absolute critical importance of hydration. Without enough water, your body can't build muscle either.

  • @DocUnlock
    @DocUnlock  5 лет назад +7

    Edit on 10/10/19: Many of you have commented that you would be happy with a 9% (2.49kg) gain in 1 Rep Max by using protein supplements.
    I acknowledge that for people who take their resistance training seriously (even if it isn't for sport or competitive purposes) that you would could be very happy with that benefit. So it's all about putting this info in context with your training objectives. Each person will see that benefit in a different light depending on what they are aiming for. Protein supplements are also likely to be more beneficial for people with a low baseline intake of protein from their diet. If you think protein supplements are useful for you, go for it!
    Also, some of you have commented that 1.4g/kg/day is already more protein intake than the general population. However in the following study from the US, Figure 1C and Table 1 show that the average American adult is consuming somewhere between 1 to 1.5 grams of protein per kilogram of ideal body weight, with some variation depending on age group and gender: academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/108/2/405/5042716
    So the results of the study I discuss in the video are applicable to the average person living in a high income country. But of course we are just talking about averages here and may not apply to a particular person. Each person will have to look at their situation on an individual basis to see if their protein intake is meeting their requirements.
    For those of you HUNGRY for the details, check out the full article from the British Journal of Sports Medicine: bjsm.bmj.com/content/52/6/376
    If you enjoyed the video, please hit that like and Subscribe button! Thank you for your support :)

  • @deutschesmaedchen
    @deutschesmaedchen 2 года назад +12

    Protein powder 1. Helps with satiety, so it’s good for weight loss too, 2. It’s good for anyone whose daily protein intake is insufficient, since the alternative would be to eat a perhaps unreasonable amount of animal or plant protein, and 3. If you want your muscles to just look more defined, protein supplements certainly play a role vs just letting your body do whatever it wants.

  • @RaynmanPlays
    @RaynmanPlays 3 года назад +10

    I wonder if anyone doing these studies ever bothers to ask why people supplement in the first place. So often, there seems to be a disconnect between researchers and whether the advice they give actually applies. I'd love to see them share their results with study participants and have the participants give feedback on the results. As many of the top comments show, there are plenty of people that think that increasing one's gains by 9% is _more_ than worth it for a variety of reasons, including many not explored by the study's conclusion (such as increasing BMR for those trying to lose fat).
    Nevermind that the part of the conclusion quoted did not match the methodology. If the researchers had compared four groups (the two additional ones being protein supplementation vs none, both without resistance training), that would be one thing, but as it stands, saying that resistance training itself without protein supplementation is more effective than protein supplementation without resistance training is misleading at best. And then there's the fact that the controls _already_ had high protein intake in the first place.
    Is it important to do resistance training? Well, yes. It has other benefits than just increasing lean body mass, too. But protein supplementation is valuable for a lot more than just professional athletes.

  • @Money-talking
    @Money-talking 4 года назад +19

    Got it down to a science doc. Great informative content, efficient delivery and directly to the point!

    • @informater1583
      @informater1583 4 года назад

      High protein food list
      ruclips.net/video/bF3xRTGvA-o/видео.html

  • @alexandrosalexakis7595
    @alexandrosalexakis7595 5 лет назад +5

    Really fun and easy to watch I think you'll have a big growth. Really high quality video

    • @DocUnlock
      @DocUnlock  5 лет назад

      I'm glad you found the video enjoyable. Thank you for your support!

  • @exhalted8656
    @exhalted8656 2 года назад +2

    The test subjects that dident use protein supplements, were already on a pretty high protein diet. For people who have trouble eating enough, protein powder really makes a difference.

  • @cesarandrade6843
    @cesarandrade6843 3 года назад +7

    There's always a contradictancy over real food or protein supplements. In my opinion do whatever you know that works for you and dont waste time listening to other opinions that work for certain people.
    And also keep in mind that companies might lie about their products...as i always say "the smart will always live off of the stupid"...

  • @neilduncan6645
    @neilduncan6645 3 года назад +4

    Oats and a whey protein shake in the morning with about 30 to 40g of protein powder for the shake. Do not use the instant flavoured oats either as it's full of excess sugar. Make sure you use whole milk in your porridge . Add oats to your shake and then you are really having a meal in a shake roughly 400 kcals from shake and probably 250 to 350 kcal in your porridge. Do this five times a day and you are on your way. Also throw in the usual for your supper a bit of protein fast or slow carbs depending on if you have adequate protein in that meal and some fibre obviously. Also use casein protein at night and also throw some oats in as well so you will get the max benefit while toes up. If you can handle it throw in a glass of whole milk and you have the best of both worlds. Oats can be topped with banana or cinnamon and even peanut butter. I'd recommend actually peanut butter in 2 bowls of your porridge, that way you get extra protein in your your shake. Also handful of peanuts at regular snack intervals and boom boom boom you have put the food in your tomb. Leans you down as well even if you don't lift so you will actually look and feel better. Think of this Proats, Proats and more Proats. Not one person you will ever hear say oats are bad and they are a natural slow release carb as well for hardgainers/ectomorphs. Just thought I'd add this in case people struggle with what to eat and that. Oats are a cheap and efficient way of maximising carbs and satiating yourself so you are not hungry or losing muscle. Oats can help gain the right kind of weight as well as keeping it lean. For bodybuilding it's more of full time occupation and not to mention the steroid use in bodybuilders and powerlifting for that matter. Hope this helps.

  • @lachiefraser6394
    @lachiefraser6394 3 года назад +19

    Me: *instantly goes and makes a protein shake*

    • @factsugesto
      @factsugesto 3 года назад +1

      ruclips.net/video/5--z_iT6Lbw/видео.html

  • @snugglesjuggler
    @snugglesjuggler Год назад

    Finally a non-biased video on protein powder.
    99% of "information" on RUclips comes from those who (surprise) also have commercials for protein powder.

  • @kossitete8891
    @kossitete8891 3 года назад +28

    Extremely well explained. Thanks for backing it up with data and examples. You definitely deserve a 5 star! Because of that I am subscribing

  • @AkhtarDanish
    @AkhtarDanish 5 лет назад +54

    I am thinking about protein!
    RUclips = recommended

    • @ammabthedigitallynomadic3385
      @ammabthedigitallynomadic3385 4 года назад +2

      Danish AKHTAR one time I went clothing shopping and asked for floral midi dresses and then I looked on my
      RUclips and it was advertising floral midi dresses... I hadn’t even looked it up online yet.... bizzaro world.

    • @droptak
      @droptak 4 года назад +1

      @@ammabthedigitallynomadic3385 look up 'target pregnancy scandal'. It's about target knowing about a pregnancy earlier than the dad. Shows how much companies know about their customers.

    • @informater1583
      @informater1583 4 года назад

      High protein food list
      ruclips.net/video/bF3xRTGvA-o/видео.html

    • @chandreshbhaduriya5642
      @chandreshbhaduriya5642 4 года назад

      Do you have alexa?

  • @GeorgeFlippin
    @GeorgeFlippin 4 года назад +45

    "Hey Garth, you can make gains using more protein." Garth: "No way!" Wayne: "Whey!"

  • @Killbot70
    @Killbot70 Год назад +3

    The 9% extra gain may seem small, but remember thats only for a single 13 week cycle. If you keep going you gain an additional 9% of those previous gains, then build on those bigger gains, and so on. Then left for several years and you really see the diffetence.

    • @kunalkashelani585
      @kunalkashelani585 Месяц назад

      Main point: their average protein consumption from daily diet was already 1.3 g/ kg, which is a lot.

  • @jimbolic0809
    @jimbolic0809 5 лет назад +4

    I was glued to this video. Thanks for the information. Very easy to digest!

  • @vm8084
    @vm8084 4 года назад +12

    I would like to know more about the effects of protein intake in recovery after cardio. By the way, thank you for the video, it was very informative.

  • @stevewildeagle965
    @stevewildeagle965 5 лет назад +457

    Yep allot easier than consuming the same amount of solid protein, but damn those farts.😂

    • @seansean3565
      @seansean3565 5 лет назад +6

      Relatable mate😸

    • @petar6arj271
      @petar6arj271 5 лет назад +31

      Oh yeah those winds are devastating

    • @MacLaw3084
      @MacLaw3084 5 лет назад +7

      Steve Parker try ginger capsules. Take 2 with every shake. And if you're lactose intolerant take lactaid as well.

    • @trulygreatful5253
      @trulygreatful5253 5 лет назад +4

      Hehe!!!😀Y'all funny!!! 😂😂😂😂

    • @alexunlv
      @alexunlv 5 лет назад +4

      ISO 100 - no such issues.

  • @lachlann4335
    @lachlann4335 3 года назад +2

    I mainly drink protein shakes just because it's convenient and easier protein intake then cooking up a steak, especially if you're busy or on the run. I also just use it to ensure I have enough protein in my diet if I've been eating too many carbs.

  • @ryankelly8077
    @ryankelly8077 3 года назад +54

    It would be interesting to compare the short term effects of when a person’s consumes only 4 certain types of protein’s in their diet versus a person who solely consumes 4 different types of proteins in their diet

    • @Flexb123
      @Flexb123 Год назад +1

      Well, if you take someone who takes say Whey, Chicken, Egg, Beef compared to someone who takes Soy, Brown Rice, Pea protein, Hemp. Of course the person with the Whey, Chicken etc will get better results based on those proteins sources having a much better biological value and absorption. But it's also about how much of those are eaten along with when.

    • @Writeous0ne
      @Writeous0ne Год назад +1

      i'd also like to see a comparison between someone who eats 1.6g per kg of protein from only food vs someone who eats 1.6g with protein shakes included in the diet.

    • @Rikokknd
      @Rikokknd Год назад +2

      @@Writeous0ne Probably zero difference in that case. Protein powder is just an easy way to consume protein. I, for example, get really tired to chew all the food that is needed to consume my 180g of daily protein intake (90kg male here). It's very convenient that I can cut a quarter of proteiny food and simply drink those 25-50 g of protein. Also cheaper, and less cooking. A win-win scenario

    • @xrt126
      @xrt126 Год назад +2

      ​@@Rikokknd We really don't know, there are so many undiscovered relation between nutrients that can be absorbed only in a particular order or with some other particular nutrients. We already know that it is for now impossible to replace a full diet by only supplementing the supposed optimal amounts of each nutrient necessary for the human body. You need food and never forget that supplement is not meal and of course I'm taking a shaker a day to reach my needs but I hear too much young guys replacing a meal with a shaker I think it is a mistake, it is called supplement for a reason, it is no substitute.

  • @hhfbko
    @hhfbko 5 лет назад +395

    The video starts at 3:23
    thank me later

    • @kuddybeef777
      @kuddybeef777 5 лет назад +15

      Was looking for you. Thank you timestamp guy

    • @rahiljogani4825
      @rahiljogani4825 5 лет назад

      Thank you.

    • @angelmejia6116
      @angelmejia6116 4 года назад +1

      Not all heroes wear capes

    • @raghav23
      @raghav23 4 года назад

      thank you

    • @universate5332
      @universate5332 4 года назад

      aiman abdullah. Lebo name if i ever saw one. Maybe palestini or jordanian allahu a3lam

  • @MrRamchandranaik1
    @MrRamchandranaik1 4 года назад +10

    i use it for recovery, works like a charm all soreness is gone after a good night sleep

    • @NB-sq7ui
      @NB-sq7ui 4 года назад

      That's more down to your sleep and diet then protein powder..

    • @MrRamchandranaik1
      @MrRamchandranaik1 4 года назад

      ​@@NB-sq7ui naa I tested it on and without protein, and with protein, I had faster recovery speed and less soreness and fatigue, and when I added mobility to the mix after some time, the recovery speed up more, but I do agree sleep is also important, for athletes they take special supplements for sleep like magnesium zinc combination or more advanced and expensive cbd products to increase recovery, I use ashwagandha to control cortisol levels
      and sleep
      I did go through chest infection and was weak so may b the effects were more pronounced and i could keep tabs on my body strength levels
      Disclaimer: please ask a doctor b4 taking any medication

    • @mainstreetsaint36
      @mainstreetsaint36 4 года назад

      @@NB-sq7ui It's a combination of the two. Sleep does do the job of body repair. The protein in the shake gives extra material for a more complete job.

  • @jerryscaglione9621
    @jerryscaglione9621 2 года назад

    Good info in this vid.
    I would like to complement the Doc on a world class set of Groucho Brows (GBs). Having a big set of GBs have been embraced women as a recent fashion trend. Though many femmes have tried, they last the focus and inspiration to truly achieve a set of GBs that are world class. It's nice to see a brother out in public grinding lending support and inspiration to men, that with a little effort and dedication, you too, can have a world class set of GBs.
    The master is looking down and he is smiling.

  • @FinnProp
    @FinnProp 5 лет назад +11

    Let us do the broscience math here:
    52/13 * 9% = 36% more gains in a year. Actually more since we have to apply effect from gravity. More massive you are, more mass you attract. 🍺💪🥩
    More seriously:
    13 weeks is really short period in bodybuilding or powerlifting.
    More important study would be carbs vs protein in groups where the additional calorie groups would be trained harder and harder in order to establish maximum level of recovery. Then you might see real difference between carbs and protein.

  • @weekendwarrior8179
    @weekendwarrior8179 4 года назад +170

    "Hey bro, do you even lift" 🤣😂😭

    • @brentpop12
      @brentpop12 4 года назад +3

      Shit cracks me up everytime when I see that quote 😂😂😂😂

    • @informater1583
      @informater1583 4 года назад

      High protein food list
      ruclips.net/video/bF3xRTGvA-o/видео.html

    • @philipshaji564
      @philipshaji564 4 года назад

      Lol

    • @sophiagarcia3687
      @sophiagarcia3687 3 года назад +1

      Yea buddie

  • @TheMylittletony
    @TheMylittletony 5 лет назад +18

    For almost the entire length of the video, I was under the assumption that the study had people lifting AND eating protein. Ofcourse you're going to gain more if you lift.
    Eating protein supplements without working out is like filling up your gas tank without actually driving, and then asking why it won't go faster.

  • @BigdadiSixty9GTC
    @BigdadiSixty9GTC 2 года назад +2

    9% financially is really significant. So for muscle i think it plays the same value. Significant. Pounding a protein shake daily baby 🤟

  • @atifakhtar8828
    @atifakhtar8828 3 года назад +4

    I just discovered your videos and i am loving it now. People like you should come forward to help community. Much love ❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼