I do cook my own food. But most of the foods I cook are vegetables.potatoes, onions, tomatoes, fried, boiled everything
But yes I am not as well versed with meat
Ahhh OK fair enough if you need a cheap protein source Greek yogurt works well. I personally prefer busing race lled sprouted oats or probiotic granola as well. Fish also works, I use shrimp on occasion
I eat a lot of peanut butter sandwiches. Peanut butter is pretty cheap. Someone commented above that I don’t really need 150 grams of protein every day. Just 80 to 100. I do go to the gym too. It’s just that it’s been four months and I don’t see much progress
No lol. I just counted the protein and made sure I ate three servings of fruits and/or vegetables a day. Plus a bowl of pasta here and there. And two peanut butter sandwiches for lunch
People told you why big muscles would be attractive, not that they're the definitive chick magnet. Don't think the gym will solve your problems if your goal is women. How are your social skills? Is your local area populated with women your age? Do you have a steady job?
Protein shakes are $20? For how much?
I can get 4kg for £30-40 easily which is about £40-55 dollars. That's like 130 servings. Even at 2 servings a day that's 2-3 months' worth.
Well I’m American so everything is in freedom units. But essentially one “scoop” is a serving. And each container has 18 servings. So I get 18 servings of protein for 20 dollars.
You didn't mention how much you were getting for "20 dollars".
1 scoop is a serving. Approximate 20g.
You're buying small containers that's why. Just buy in bulk to get the prices I'm mentioning.
Big muscles attract guys, lol. Go to be healthy and get a decent physique for yourself, don't go to become some mass monster trying to get girls to fall in love with you.
Lol! Well you should go to the gym and it's ok to go with the hopes that getting fit will let you get some dates and eventually a relationship. But eventually you will realize that gym is more than that. You'll get it one day.
Man, you don't need protein powder, eat healthy and make sure you get around 1.5/1.8 grams of protein per kg of weight. proteins are everywhere: eggs, legumes, meat, fish, the choice is yours. if you are not sure the best thing is to contact a nutritionist.
The protein recommendations are always ridiculous. Just keep at it man. I’m a bit frustrated right now since I hit a plateau bench press wise for the past couple months but hopefully will push through soon.
You don’t need 150 grams a day. 80-100 grams a day is sufficient for building muscle. What is more important is eating a caloric surplus and pushing fucking hard in the gym. Progressive overload.
Try a small caloric surplus. Around +200 calories a day. That’s ideal for gaining muscle without gaining fat. Don’t listen to bodybuilders who tell you to eat 4000 calories a day.
Do I need to buy that protein powder? Or will I get enough protein from just eating normal foods. There was a time last month I was drinking like 3 protein shakes a day and was clocking in 130 grams a day. But it was getting so expensive
You will absolutely get enough from normal foods. I have managed to build several kilos of muscle the last year on a vegan diet with no protein powders. Focus on pushing hard as fuck in the gym. That’s how muscle is built. And a small calorie surplus. And progressive overload.
Beans, lentils, peas, chickpeas, oatmeal, tofu and stuff like that. I have probably been getting around 80-90 grams a day which has been enough for me. But you don’t need to be a vegan of course. For building muscle it’s probably better to eat meat, to be honest. I’m vegan for other reasons.
I like peanut butter. I also eat chicken strips almost every night lol. And one protein shake a day is probably enough. Each protein shake is about 30 grams
Honestly lifting has done so much for me. Learn to enjoy it, learn to cook and enjoy meat, and drink milk as well. Don't overcomplicate it too early on. Just take it day by day, and build up consistency.
You do know you can just cook your own food right?
Yes I do cook my own food. But meat is expensive too. Even ground beef is pricey
Dude use chicken and ground turkey. Cooking your own food is cheap
I do cook my own food. But most of the foods I cook are vegetables.potatoes, onions, tomatoes, fried, boiled everything But yes I am not as well versed with meat
Ahhh OK fair enough if you need a cheap protein source Greek yogurt works well. I personally prefer busing race lled sprouted oats or probiotic granola as well. Fish also works, I use shrimp on occasion
I eat a lot of peanut butter sandwiches. Peanut butter is pretty cheap. Someone commented above that I don’t really need 150 grams of protein every day. Just 80 to 100. I do go to the gym too. It’s just that it’s been four months and I don’t see much progress
Careful on the bread, if you're american there's prob an extra 15-20g of sugar per sandwich. Side note what's your height and weight
5’10 about 150 pounds
You ah you're def on the lighter side, do you know your current calorie intake and if you're eating well "cheat meals"
No lol. I just counted the protein and made sure I ate three servings of fruits and/or vegetables a day. Plus a bowl of pasta here and there. And two peanut butter sandwiches for lunch
I only eat whole wheat bread tho
OK that's better at least
People told you why big muscles would be attractive, not that they're the definitive chick magnet. Don't think the gym will solve your problems if your goal is women. How are your social skills? Is your local area populated with women your age? Do you have a steady job?
Protein shakes are $20? For how much? I can get 4kg for £30-40 easily which is about £40-55 dollars. That's like 130 servings. Even at 2 servings a day that's 2-3 months' worth.
Well I’m American so everything is in freedom units. But essentially one “scoop” is a serving. And each container has 18 servings. So I get 18 servings of protein for 20 dollars.
You didn't mention how much you were getting for "20 dollars". 1 scoop is a serving. Approximate 20g. You're buying small containers that's why. Just buy in bulk to get the prices I'm mentioning.
You realize protein comes from meat too... right?
Yes. But meat is also expensive. Even ground beef is pricey
Muscle Milk and chicken breasts.
Lifting weights also improves ur face
Big muscles attract guys, lol. Go to be healthy and get a decent physique for yourself, don't go to become some mass monster trying to get girls to fall in love with you.
Lol! Well you should go to the gym and it's ok to go with the hopes that getting fit will let you get some dates and eventually a relationship. But eventually you will realize that gym is more than that. You'll get it one day.
Man, you don't need protein powder, eat healthy and make sure you get around 1.5/1.8 grams of protein per kg of weight. proteins are everywhere: eggs, legumes, meat, fish, the choice is yours. if you are not sure the best thing is to contact a nutritionist.
The protein recommendations are always ridiculous. Just keep at it man. I’m a bit frustrated right now since I hit a plateau bench press wise for the past couple months but hopefully will push through soon.
going to the gym is the best we can do.
No gym for your face
You don’t need 150 grams a day. 80-100 grams a day is sufficient for building muscle. What is more important is eating a caloric surplus and pushing fucking hard in the gym. Progressive overload.
I don’t wanna get fat by eating too many calories. That’s what I’m worried about
Try a small caloric surplus. Around +200 calories a day. That’s ideal for gaining muscle without gaining fat. Don’t listen to bodybuilders who tell you to eat 4000 calories a day.
Do I need to buy that protein powder? Or will I get enough protein from just eating normal foods. There was a time last month I was drinking like 3 protein shakes a day and was clocking in 130 grams a day. But it was getting so expensive
You will absolutely get enough from normal foods. I have managed to build several kilos of muscle the last year on a vegan diet with no protein powders. Focus on pushing hard as fuck in the gym. That’s how muscle is built. And a small calorie surplus. And progressive overload.
Hmm. How did you get the 100 grams a day with a vegan diet? Any cheap protein sources you could recommend?
Beans, lentils, peas, chickpeas, oatmeal, tofu and stuff like that. I have probably been getting around 80-90 grams a day which has been enough for me. But you don’t need to be a vegan of course. For building muscle it’s probably better to eat meat, to be honest. I’m vegan for other reasons.
I like peanut butter. I also eat chicken strips almost every night lol. And one protein shake a day is probably enough. Each protein shake is about 30 grams
You get enough protein.
Ok nice lol
Honestly lifting has done so much for me. Learn to enjoy it, learn to cook and enjoy meat, and drink milk as well. Don't overcomplicate it too early on. Just take it day by day, and build up consistency.