It’s important to make sure that you have protein once you’re finished with your workout. A hard session of toning and working your muscles causes your body to use up energy and it has to be replaced the right way.

Your body needs an infusion of protein. Protein is what helps give your muscles what they need nutritionally as well as helps with the recovery period once you’re finished with your workout.

But the type of protein that you have does matter. One of the easiest ways to get protein is through powder. What most people do when trying to lose weight and build muscle mass is they use powder to create delicious smoothies or shakes.

With all of the different types of protein powder to choose from, it can be hard to know which one is the right one. The one that sells the best and that most consumers all agree on is whey protein because of what it contains. Continue reading →

There are many ways to get extra protein in your diet nowadays. One breakfast-friendly way is to make protein pancakes.

They are super-easy to make and can be varied in so many flavorful ways. Let’s start with the basic protein pancake.

Basic Protein Pancake Recipe

While there are several varieties of protein pancakes, this recipe is a good starting point:

Ingredients

¼ cup raw oats
¼ cup cottage cheese
½ scoop vanilla protein powder
½ cup of egg whites Continue reading →