The advance of protein-rich products
Protein powder, protein bars and extra protein cheese are no longer easy to imagine from the supermarket. Large brands play handy in this by making their products widely available. But do your muscles need these supplements, drinks and food? And how many proteins are actually sufficient after intensive training?
From slim to muscular
Where in the past the focus was on a slim body, the trend has now shifted to being strong and muscular. This is a positive change because the emphasis is more on health rather than appearance. Strength training and muscle building have become hugely popular over the last few years. In parallel to this trend, also the use of protein powder, protein bars and other protein supplements has increased. We quickly think we need a protein shake after each sports session to make progress. But do we really need those extra proteins after every workout, or are we exaggerating?
More protein, more muscle growth?
Consuming enough protein is essential for building and maintaining muscle mass. But what happens to the excess protein if you get more than you need? This surplus does not result in extra muscle growth. If your body has too much protein, it is converted into energy. So eating more proteins does not accelerate your progression. Why swear sports fanatics then on protein powders and protein bars? Because it is an easy and tasty way to get enough protein.
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