How Much Protein?

**dbonec4l** · 10-21-2005, 11:20 AM

Hi,I am trying to gain some muscle and I would like to know how much protein I just get a day.And what kind of protein?I weight 150 and Im 5'8

thank you

**SteelSouth** · 10-21-2005, 11:55 AM

You need to shoot for 200-225 grams of protein per day, the majority of it coming from Chicken, Lean Meats, Eggs, Milk, etc. I would aslo get some whey protein to take postworkout and for another small meal throughout the day. Try to eat 6 meals a day with each meal averaging 35-40 grams. Check out this link...

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**Sleazy** · 10-21-2005, 03:07 PM

As a general rule aim for 1.5 - 2 grams of protein per pound to gain muscle. Then you can tweak it as you learn what works for you and what doesn't. Like JT said though 225 seems to be a good starting point putting you at 1.5 grams per lb.

**dbonec4l** · 10-22-2005, 10:53 AM

ok thank you

**CaptAmera9** · 10-22-2005, 01:26 PM

As aformentioned, 1.5-2 grams a day, however a lot of people take a lot more. Whey is also good preworkout, and some casein before you go to bed to last you through the night. But most of your protein should come from meats....

**dbonec4l** · 10-30-2005, 10:20 AM

Every how many hours should I take the protein so the body can take it all in?

**Easto** · 10-30-2005, 09:33 PM

You should EAT about 6 meals per day. Spread your protein evenly over those six meals.

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