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  1. Not all of us are made of money:: Dead broke? Have no fear. I'm going to show you how to build muscle using a puny wallet. I've been there, done that. My college years were lean. I learned a lot during this time. You might think it's impossible to pack in calories and protein while being a poor son of a gun, but I'm going to show you otherwise. First, we'll put together a shopping list. You'll need about $200 to $210 per month (USD). If you can't scrounge up this much cash, don't fear. I'm going to list the cost per 100 calories for each carb and fat source. For protein, I will list cost for 30 gram serving. By using the cheapest foods you might lose out on variety, but you will still be able to hit your macros and make gains. So let's roll (that grocery cart) and get to eatin'. Building Cheap Bodybuilding Meals Alright...so there are 3 macronutrients. They are: Protein - 4 calories per gram of protein Carbohydrates - 4 calories per gram of carbohydrate Fats - 9 calories per gram of fat The average male will need 180 to 220 grams of protein per day. The average female will need 100 to 120 grams. The rest of your calories will come from fats and carbohydrates. Now remember our focus...building muscle on a budget. I don't care what percentage of carbohydrates or fats you are eating as long as at least 20% of your daily calories come from fats. Understand that this is a minimum. 30% average fat intake is a better goal for most of you. Don't fear quality fats. Your body needs this macronutrient for organ health, brain health, skin health...well, for everything. The only fats you'll really want to avoid are trans fat. Abstain from using these health-destroyers at all costs, even if they are cheap and tasty. When it comes to carbohydrates, you might be tempted to rely on foods that contain a lot of sugar and flour. While this is great for the wallet, it's not the best option for health and muscle building. I'm going to provide you with better options. Budget Protein Food Choices Listed cost is per 30 gram serving. Men will need 6 to 7 servings per day, and women about 3.5 to 4 servings. When and how you eat your protein doesn't matter much. Just get it in. Protein is the fuel that helps your muscle tissue to repair and recover. Chicken Legs, Bone In - $0.524 per 30 grams of protein. [5] Peanut Butter (Generic brand) - $0.535 per 30 grams of protein. [3] ** Eggs - $0.593 per 30 grams of protein. [1] Black Beans (Generic brand) - $0.765 per 30 grams of protein. [4] *** Whole Milk - $0.789 per 30 grams of protein. [6] Cottage Cheese - $0.833 per 30 grams or protein. Tuna (Generic brand) - $0.927 per 30 grams of protein. [2] MTS Whey Protein - $0.985 per 30 grams of protein. Muscle and Brawn Huge Gainer - $1.00 per 30 grams or protein. ** * Peanut butter also contains a quality number of carbohydrates and fats per serving, making it a must-have pantry item. ** Huge Gainer provides 90 grams of carbohydrates per 30 gram serving of protein, making it a wallet-friendly grand slam. *** Black beans are packed with carbohydrates. [imagemap id="17282"] Budget Carbohydrate Choices Listed cost is per 100 calories. Men on a 3,000 calorie diet that is comprised of approximately 30% fat intake will require about 1,380 calories from carbohydrates. Women on a 2,000 calorie diet that is comprised of approximately 30% fat intake will require about 960 calories from carbohydrates. Rice (Generic, 20lb bag) - $0.031 per 100 calories of carbs. [7] Oats (Generic) - $0.077 per 100 calories of carbs. [8] Ramen Noodles (Maruchan) - $0.08 per 100 calories of carbs. [9] * Spaghetti Noodles (Generic) - $0.087 per 100 calories of carbs. [12] Instant Mashed Potatoes (Generic) - $0.31 per 100 calories of carbs. [11] Cream of Wheat - $0.382 per 100 calories of carbs. [10] * Each pack of Ramen noodles also contains 8 grams of protein and 14 grams of fat. Budget Fat Choices Listed cost is per 100 calories. Men on a 3,000 calorie diet that is comprised of approximately 30% fat intake will require about 900 calories from fats. Women on a 2,000 calorie diet that is comprised of approximately 30% fat intake will require about 600 calories from fat. Olive Oil (Generic) - $0.07 per 100 calories of fats. [13] Butter (Generic) - $0.098 per 100 calories of fats. [14] Heavy Cream - $0.183 per 100 calories of fats. Almonds - $0.451 per 100 calories of fats. [15] You can also look for deals and coupons on sour cream and cheese. Cheap cheese is a budget shopper's dream, as it is rich in protein, fat and good nutrition. Fruits and Veggies Machine Greens allows you to drink your fruits, veggies and vitamins all in one convenient shake There is more to nutrition and an eating plan than just macronutrients and calories. A well-balanced diet must also include a wide variety of micronutrients. While fat, carb and protein sources provide some micronutrient diversity, it's good to add fruits and veggies into your meal plan to cover all your bases. Here are some quality choices. Cost is not listed, but per-serving cost is relatively low. I strongly recommend purchasing frozen bags of these items. They will last longer, reducing waste. Broccoli Cauliflower Strawberries Spinach Mixed Veggies Carrots Peas Corn Mixed Berries Budget Bodybuilding Meal Plan What follows is a sample meal plan. It serves one purpose: To show you what can be done on $7 a day, or less. It is obvious that if a man can eat 3,000 plus calories per day for only $7, a women can eat 1,800 to 2,000 per day on less. Men - 3,170 Calories for $6.28 a Day Meal 1 - Oats (15 ounces), 4 eggs cooked in one pat of butter. Nutrition: 646 calories, 36g protein, 53g carbs, 31.7g fats. Cost = $0.764. Meal 2 - 1 scoop of MTS Peanut Butter Fluff whey in 12 ounces of water blended with 1 ounce of peanut butter. Nutrition: 315 calories, 32.1g protein, 10.5g carbs, 18.3g fats. Cost = $0.948. Meal 3 - 5 ounces of canned tuna mixed in with one pack of Ramen noodles. Nutrition: 540 calories, 46.1g protein, 51.4g carbs, 15.0g fats. Cost = $1.419. Meal 4 - (Immediately Post-Workout) 1 scoop of Huge Gainer. Nutrition: 470 calories, 25g protein, 75g carbs, 9g fats. Cost = $0.833. Meal 5 - 6 ounces of chicken legs with 10 ounces of cooked rice and one cup of black beans. Nutrition: 800 calories, 56.1g protein, 121.9g carbs, 8g fats. Cost = $1.099. Meal 6 - 1 scoop of MTS whey in 8 ounces of whole milk and one ounce of heavy cream. Nutrition: 399 calories, 33.4g protein, 18.6g carbs, 22.9g fats. Cost = $1.214. The total cost investment for this meal plan is $6.28. This leaves you extra pocket change to spend on fruits and veggies, which can be added to any meal as needed. The nutritional breakdown of this eating plan without the addition of fruits and veggies is as follows: Calories = 3,170 Protein = 228.7g (28.9%) Carbohydrates = 330.3g (41.7%) Fats = 104.9g (29.4%) Women can simply scale back portions and ounces by 40%. This would cost about $3.77 per day (sans fruits and veggies), and provide the following calorie and macronutrient breakdown: Calories = 1,902 Protein = 137.2g Carbohydrates = 198.1g Fats = 62.9g References 1) "U.S. Egg Prices to Hit Record High Due to Bird Flu: USDA."Reuters. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 July 2015. 2) "Great Value Light Tuna Chunk In Water, 5 Oz." Walmart.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 July 2015. 3) "Great Value Peanut Butter Creamy, 40 Oz." Walmart.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 July 2015. 4) "Great Value Black Beans, 15.25 Oz, (Pack of 4)."Walmart.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 July 2015.
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  2. Consider yourself lucky lol I’ve had times before where I’d get it 3 times a week. The worst one was when I started getting the itch to cough half way through a 3ml shot. That was a nightmare lol
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  3. I switched from underground to script, holy fuck what a difference. Canntrust at 25mg 2x a day, the fucking warrior IS BACK!!!!
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  4. Hey guys,this will be a short log but more so to thank BT for their support. Im 12 days out and I approached bt to see if they can help me during my peak phase. They have offered me sibutramine,stanolone and madol for my last 12 days. This is my first competition and as most people know,competing isnt cheap..Ive been using bt throughout my prep but didnt tell bt. They have offered me some freebies to help me during the home stretch. I will update everyone on how the last 10 days or so go but a thank you to BT for helping us athletes who sometimes can use the financial support
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  5. I spoke to @eazy57 about this yesterday on his log,seems like a lot of politics. Like one side said they suck,one side said they are good. All i see is politics and nothing else. My first order from this rep actually arrives today ,ive used many labs including genetec and bt,orion. My only complaint was orion going mia at times. Like i mean months he went mia. Then to find out he has a charge, i prefer not to order from someone who has a criminal charge. I dont feel safe. That doesnt mean the gear wasnt good. My conclusion with the politics, i cant see how a lab that "sucks" can be in business for this long. No one will repeatedly by junk gear. This happened to @OLYMPIC during the CM days,they would repeatedly bash him because he was cheaper and they kept saying its fake. Thats when i tried the $30 test he was selling then and it was by far one of the best gear i ever tried. When you have been around long enough you can see that this online business is nothing but politics. If people are bashing someone,its because the people who are being bashed are a threat to them. That is what helped me open up my eyes and this was around 13 years ago
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  6. Our NL intro sale Stealth Shipping methods used for USA domestic Orders are shipped within 24 hrs post payment. Payment methods are emt(if you are in canada) and bitcoin for usa and canada We ship xpresspost for canada and usps priority for usa domestic and provide tracking. Please use a correct address,we are not liable if there is a shipping error. We have our special distro list,to receive a distro list please email me. We have many new items upcoming,ill be making seperate threads for upcoming items ******EMAIL***** btrep@bodytechpharma.com Pharma GH, we offer single vials for testing purposes,we encourage members to try and test for serum results 50$ per 10iu vial. Canadian made Pharma gh,made in a canadian government approved facility $250 for 10vials/100iu(kit) Generic hgh $160 Bulk orders can be discussed Pharma IGF des/1lr3 1mg Igf-1des. 75$ 1mg IGF-1LR3 $75 Peptides Bac water $15 Melanotan 2 10mg $25 ipamorlin 2mg $10 CJC 1295 (Mod GRF 1-29) 2mg $12 tb-500 2mg $30 (best healing peptides when combined with BPC-157,accelerated healing by 50%) BPC-157 5mg $30 (best healing peptides when combined with TB-500,accelerated healing by 50%) hgh frag 2mg $12 Selank 5mg $15 Semak 5mg $15 Synthol 100ml (made form the highest grade of mct,flows like water) $70 Injectable Stanolone(water base) 50mg/ml $35 Inj Anabol Dbol 10mg + Anadrol 30mg $30 Nectar Of the Gods: 50mg test base,20mg superdrol,20mg anadrol,10mg dbol $40 Injectable Superdrol 30mg $35 Injectable dbol 20mg $30 Testosterone Propionate 100mg/ml $30 Testosterone Enanthate 250mg/ml $30 Testosterone Cypionate 250mg/ml $30 Sustanon 250mg/ml $30 Test base 100mg/ml $30 Tren base 75mg/ml 35$ TNT base 37.5mg tren base/37.5mg test base DHB 100mg/ml $40 TND 450 (250mg test E & 200mg Deca) 450mg/ml $55 Nandrolone Decanoate (Deca) 300mg/ml $40 Decaplex 100mg deca 50mg npp 45$ Nandrolone Phenylpropionate NPP 150mg/ml $35 Boldenone Undecylenate (EQ) 300mg/ml $40 Sustanon 350mg/ml $40 Test Enanthate 400 400mg/ml $40 Test Cypionate 400 400mg/ml $40 MENT (Trest Ace) 50mg/ml $60 Trenbolone Acetate 100mg/ml $35 Masteron Propionate 100mg/ml $35 Trenbolone Enanthate 200mg/ml $45 Masteron Enanthate 200mg/ml $45 Oral Tren(MEthyl Tren) 250mcg/ml 30ml $50 (oral suspension you drink pre workout for insane power) Hulk Smash (Metribolone) 1.5mg/ml 30ml $50(oral suspension you drink pre workout for insane power) Tren Parabolan 76mg/ml $65 Ripped 50mg Winstrol,50mg Pure Dht(stanolone)(water based) 100mg/ml $40 Injectable Winstrol(water based) 75mg/ml $35 Shredder 50mg Test P/50mg Tren Ace/50mg Mast P $65 TnT450 250mg Test E + 200mg Tren E 450mg/ml $65 Tri-Trenbolone (Tren Blend) 200mg/ml $60 Mast Blend(100 Mast Prop 100 Mast E) 200mg/ml $60 Primobolan Enanthate 100mg/ml 10 mil vial $75 SARMS S4 Andarine(50mg/ml) 30 ml $50 Cardarine 10mg/tab $45 Cardarine 5mg + Helios 2.5mg Albuterol+2.5mg Yohimbine hcl+40mg Lcarnitine acetyl $60 Mk677 12.5mg/tab $60 MK2866 25mg/tab $45 LGD-4033(Ligandrol) 5mg/tab $45 LGD-3033 10 mg $70 Rad140 $55 Orals (All orals have 50 tabs) Anavar 5mg/tab $30 Anavar 25mg/tab/ $55 Anadrol 50mg/tab $40 AnaBol Dianabol 10mg + Anadrol 30mg $45 Dianabol 20mg/tab $35 M1T 10mg/tab $35 Madol 10mg/tab $40 (insane pre workout,similar to halo) Halo 10mg/tab $60 TDrol 25mg/tab $45 12.5mg Tbol+12.5mg Superdrol) Turinabol 20mg/tab $45 Primo Ace 10mg/tab $30 Proviron 25mg/tab $45 Stanolone(Pure DHT,amazing for cutting) 20mg/tab $30 Superdrol 20mg/tab $45 Winstrol 25mg/tab $35 Sexual Enchancers Priligy/Pornstar( treatment for ED but used by pornstars to bang forever) 20mg/tab $45 Jack Hammer Cialis 10mg + Levitra 10mg/tab $40 Cialis 20mg/tab $30 Levitra 10mg/tab $30 Fat Burners Liquid T3 30ml 100mcg/ml $60 Helios 2.5mg Albuterol+2.5mg Yohimbine hcl+40mg Lcarnitine acetyl $45 DNP 10grams(crystaline)/ $75 Clenbuterol 50mcg/ $45 Albuterol 5mg/ $35 incinerate Cardarine 5mg + 2.5mg Albuterol+2.5mg Yohimbine hcl+40mg Lcarnitine acetyl $60 SIbutramine(Meridia) 15mg/tab Best Appetite Suppressant $35 Anti Estrogens Accutane 25mg/tab $45 Aromasin 25mg/tab $45 Arimidex 1mg/tab $30 Nolvadex 20mg/tab $30 Letrozole 1.25mg/tab $30 Prami 30ml 250mcg/ml $60 Caber 30ml .5mg/ml $180 Clomid 50mg/tab $30 HCG 5000iu $60
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  7. Alrighty. Now to start, I’m recovering from a torn tricep. Tore it at the Canadian open powerlifting meet WITH MY FUCKIN OPENER!!! Anyway, I ordered my first cycle since the meet. Cycle will look like this 1 gram test c 600 mg deca 75-100 mg dbol this is low dose for me, I’m not afraid to Boston Loyd this shit. But I’ll be telling you how it goes. I’m not training at 100 % yet, but I am training well enough to push for results. Never ran a cycle using only one lab. No holds barred review
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  8. CBD For Lifters It won't get you high, but it might be just what the hardcore lifter needs. Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of 104 chemical compounds known as cannabinoids found in marijuana plants. CBD lacks psychoactive properties and won't get you high the way THC does. This is appealing for people who want to experience the benefits from the plant without the side effects. What benefits? It's an emerging field, but people have successfully used CBD for the treatment of pain, anxiety, depression, migraines, inflammation, and much more. From an athlete's perspective, it's excellent for recovery from training as it helps ease muscle soreness and reduce chronic inflammation. Personally, I've been supplementing with CBD for a while to help treat my tendinitis, lower back pain, and headaches. It's been a lifesaver. I can train hard and concentrate on my lifts without worrying about the constant pain I used to have. I rely on this supplement stack daily for my recovery: 25mg CBD 2 capsules Curcumin With the evolving cannabis laws in North America, it's becoming a lot more mainstream, and a less restricted topic. If you're fortunate enough to live in one of the states or provinces that allow the sale of marijuana extracts, you can check out your local dispensaries or online stores for more information. It's available in many forms, including tinctures, pills, vape pens, mints, candies, and more.
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  9. Our mini peanut butter protein donuts will leave you wanting more all while still getting your protein intake. High Protein Donut Ingredients Donut: 75g Oat Flour (Can be purchased or made from old-fashioned Oats) 25g MTS Peanut Butter Fluff whey protein 100g (Approximately one small container of Apple Sauce) ¼ teaspoon of Baking Powder 1 Whole Egg Topping (Optional): 24g PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter Reese?s Puff cereal as desired Cooking Directions Donuts: Pre-heat your oven to 350 degrees F. Mix together your donut ingredients (e.g. Oat flour, MTS Peanut Butter fluff, apple sauce, baking powder, and egg) until they form a solid consistency. Take out a donut baking sheet (Note: I used a mini donut baking sheet, but normal sized donut baking sheets can be used as well. However, if making larger sized donuts, increase the cooking time accordingly). Spray your donut baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Scoop your mixture into the baking sheet. Cook for approximately 6-7 minutes (Note: Your cooking times may vary depending upon your individual oven). Take out your donuts and let them cool off for a couple of minutes. Topping: Pour two servings of PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter into a bowl (24g). Add in a small bit of water as necessary. Mix together until a solid peanut butter consistency is formed. Top donuts with PB2 spread and some Reese?s Puff cereal (if desired). Nutrition Facts, Including Topping (Makes 9 Mini Donuts) Calories - 390 Fat - 9g Carbohydrates - 35g Protein - 38g These protein-packed donuts are filled with all the post workout carbohydrates and protein necessary for your next post-workout meal. They are quick, convenient, and easy to transport and make for a great tasting macro friendly snack.
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  10. Yes, its been awhile...are you staying out of trouble! Big changes..new site...its looking very good here!
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  11. Holy shit, finally its been years.:)
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  12. ive already seen one brand in usa make a bcaa with cbd in it
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  13. that was sarchasm bro haha I was proving our point that one side says they suck yet so many success stories. This lady is a full fledge athlete is only uses BT. My point is proven about the politics
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  14. there's gotta be a protocol that doesn't involve the magnitude or heavy dosing of this from a cost perspective - that's a huge inhibitory effect even trying to promote this to clients even as a physio. My wife has a herniated disc in her back and associated joint pathology that even with my treatments will still take 6 months to fully recover. But doing this or just TB500 alone may be the fix for this, but from what I read on the price of these you're asking to spend close to 1000-1500 for this protocol. That's just out of reach for far too many people.
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  15. CBD is going to be a big player in the near future as a recovery supplement in the fitness scene - I've been using it for about 3 or so months now and can't praise it enough.
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  16. Wow the dedication you put into you training is amazing and really paying off!!! Time to get my ass in gear and get my order into bt
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  17. Well have to say over the weekend i had no desire to have my cheat meal so i stayed ontop of my regular diet and the BT sibutramine appetite suppressant works like a charm best stuff ever... New pictures update......
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  20. Have you ran tren before? If not, then I'd start with a small run at that dose and work your way up if necessary. Take it from the guy who has used a stupid dose of it before - more tren isn't always better lol BT Tren has always given a nice cough on no matter the dose I do lol I have the worst luck with that damn cough!
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  21. I used to work shift work, it was pretty brutal. I actually think it altered my personality substantially during. Now I usually sleep 7.5 hours with 1 interruption. I feel good with that. No more no less. The earlier I go to bed and get up the better I feel.
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  22. I would say yes depending on what your goals are. Dosages vary between person to person as there is no cookie cutter formula to AAS use. Start there if you like and adjust it as you see fit.
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  24. ^^^ I’m also like a dog can eat the same thing everyday. Don’t have time to worry about making fancy meals
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  25. Interesting read. I save a ton of time with prep as I bought a vitamix blender and blend everything. They are absolutely amazing and worth the money.
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  26. Great article, I use dextrose pre workout. I don't waste money on vitargo
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  27. Some peeps just cant handle the Tren ?
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  28. Fucking after all that verbal diarrhea... Jeez! I tell you, some guys need to stay the fuck off hormones.
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  29. 232.4 today. I dropped a ton of water weight. Gonna need to get more control over sodium, estrogen likely from the cycle, whatever else. But new pics make me look even bigger! Nevermind the resting asshole face I have (always). Crazy growth happening now from my training. I wish I could be this big on stage!
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  30. That's just it. You can express a negative experience without being an asshole about it. When I read reviews I want to know a little bit more than " It was fucking awesome", or, "it was fucking shit!" Just because someone doesn't respond well to a lab or compound doesn't mean someone else won't. It's when you get a bunch of people saying it didn't live up to their expectations I refer to a lab as "not good." I never take one persons opinions as gospel. Labs are in business to supply a product. it doesn't do them any good to cut corners. Especially in this world where reputations and quality is paramount regardless of price. We as consumers are always looking for the best value= best gear for the best price. One term than makes me queasy is, "you get what you pay for." My very first lab was Teragon. Considered by many to be a "discount lab." But in all fairness their gear were just as good as any highly touted lab charging 3-4 times the price. I believe if you've been around long enough you know which labs are good and which aren't. it doesn't take that much research. The least effective cycle I've had was with a very expensive lab. The product was sustanon so it's not like I was a, "non-responder" or anything. But hey, if it worked for others, have at it. Any complaints I've had with labs about communications (primarily) or shipping has always been addressed and sometimes rewarded with goodies thrown in. What I have never done, or will never do I post some shit on a forum. I just think it's low class. If I ever have a issue that's unresolved I'd likely contact the admins of the board or boards and let it work itself out there. knock on wood, that hasn't been necessary.
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  31. CP drops stuff off with my neighbor all the time, and vice versa. Also their tracking update shows its been delivered hours before someone actually comes by to drop it off. File a trace on the package on CP's website. Ive done that before and it was found and delivered. They wont open it so youve got nothing to lose.
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  32. I never RECOMMEND training in a fasted state, as for any higher level of performance we need glycogen to be at our best. So while I don't necessarily think you need 2 or 3 meals, you should at the very least have some pre training carbs. I have worked with people who hated training in a fed state, so the best option for someone like them is to glycogen load the night prior OR utilize an intra workout shake that is carbohydrate heavy.
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  33. Welcome aboard glad to have you on here ?
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  34. one of my favourite foods!!!!!
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  36. Welcome and your experience will be great assest to the board!!!!!
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  37. Welcome! Your knowledge will be an asset ?
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  38. A COMPLETE GUIDE TO PROTEIN SHAKES FOR MUSCLE BUILDING AND WEIGHT LOSS Once unique to the diet of bodybuilders, protein shakes are seeing increased inclusion in the diets of nearly anyone seeking to improve their health. These shakes can be purchased pre-made, quickly created by combining protein powder with a preferred liquid, or carefully crafted with additional ingredients to produce a scrumptious protein smoothie. But what kinds of benefits do protein shakes really offer, and do they really offer any advantage to eating protein-rich whole foods? The Benefits of Protein Shakes Potential benefits of protein shakes include: weight gain, the maximization of muscle muscle, and weight loss. These purposes may confound at first, but the unique composition of the shakes can help to meet a variety of goals. Traditionally, these drinks are consumed by bodybuilders and athletes post-workout to facilitate the repair and growth of muscular tissue or to meet weight gain goals with extra, protein-rich calories. In these instances, the shakes are consumed in addition to the standard diets of the weightlifters. However, the shakes can also provide a simple means of curbing appetite and providing essential nutrients without all the extra calories of a full meal, resulting in an overall caloric deficit for those that care to pursue slimmer waistlines. In addition to aiding weight loss when used appropriately, the shakes can provide benefits as simple as saving money. Protein shakes can be relatively inexpensive to make compared to alternative meal choices and are easy to make relative to recipes for more traditional meals. Though there are certainly ample advantages to adding protein shakes to nearly any diet, it's essential to use them in a manner compatible with your specific goals (Virgin, 2015). So, how does the usage of shakes differ from person to person? The answer is simple: the composition of each shakeand the timing of your consumption relative to the rest of your diet and exercise regime will change depending on whether you want to add lean mass or shed body fat. Primary Diet Roles for Protein Shakes When people use protein shakes there are two main dietary roles. For those seeking to lose weight, the shakes need to act as a substitute for meals as opposed to an additional component. Additionally, those seeking to lose weight should ensure that their beverage consists of more than 50% protein. This is essential, as shakes and smoothies that supply more carbohydrates than protein may actually further facilitate weight gain (Zeratsky, 2015). Those that do intend to use the shakes to gain weight will find themselves seeking similar shakes. Protein-packed collations are essential to building muscle, but should be paired with a complete and balanced diet for optimal efficacy. This may entail adding additional nutrients to your drink or simply ingesting standard protein shakes in conjunction with an otherwise average, healthy diet. Lastly, endurance athletes seeking to refuel may opt for a beverage containing more fats and complex carbohydrates (Zelman, 2014). Different types of protein There are a number of different types of protein, and selecting the right variety may prove essential to success (VIrgin, 2015). Whey Protein Whey protein powder is the most common type in use today. It is a milk protein that is relatively inexpensive, effective, and widely available, which is why so many people use it. Hemp Protein Hemp protein is plant based, and often found in organic forms. It's a popular choice for those who want a plant based source for their protein, and those who are taking care with the planet. Casein Protein Casein breaks down more slowly than some other types of proteins, over the course of several hours. It's an excellent choice for people who want to take protein right before they go to bed. Soy Protein Soy protein can be an excellent choice of protein for vegetarians, who may not have a lot of other choices. Getting Protein from a Shake Whether getting protein from a shake is better than getting protein from foods is a question that has been hotly debated. There are pros and cons to both options, and the choice comes down to what the individual prefers. By using a shake people can get more protein in fewer calories, which is beneficial for weight loss; but, there are other means of attaining adequate protein with solid foods that may be easier to sustain (Zeratsky, 2015). You may also wish to consider purchasing additional supplements that can be mixed in with your preferred protein powder to quickly add a bastion of both nutrition and flavor. For example, try adding cacao powder, stevia powder, or green tea powder. In fact, when it comes to more elaborate mixtures, there’s no end to the combinations of delectable drinks you can create.
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  39. Here is my little get up ?
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  40. Bt hands down for quality/customer service/fast delivery ?
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  41. When did I say that? I'm using them myself at the moment. Or do you only follow logs with women?
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