Varied Nutrition
No. Protein requirements do not increase while weight training. There is no evidence to suggest that supplements are required for strength gain or optimal muscle growth. In fact, strength training actually trains the body to become more efficient in the use of protein, which reduces the dietary protein requirement.
Strength-trained athletes should consume protein consistent with general population guidelines, which is 12% to 15% of energy from protein. Protein needs are automatically met by a varied balanced diet. There is even protein in potatoes!
So, throw away your protein shaker bottles. You won’t need those noisy things anymore.
