Using whey protein isolate to build muscle

If you goal when working out is not simply to get into shape, but rather to work at building muscle, taking whey protein isolate after exercise can help you achieve this goal. Whey protein contains amino acids which are the essential building blocks necessary to facilitate repairing and increasing muscle tissue. Particularly when you’re on a controlled diet, using whey protein isolate powder is a very good way to increase your protein intake with very little fat, cholesterol, and simple carbohydrates.

It’s important, however, when considering taking supplements, to carefully study the quality of the product as well as the list of ingredients in the product you’re thinking about using. Some supplements contain unwanted sugar and additional calories. Ideally, you’ll want to choose a supplement such as FlexFitPro that contains only pure whey protein isolate, and is low in calories, fat, and sugar.

Without unwanted side effects

While whey protein is safe and well-tolerated by the majority of the population, there are a few issues of which to be aware. Whey is a byproduct of cow’s milk so, if you’re allergic to milk, you should steer clear of this supplement. Additionally, when whey is taken in large amounts, some people experience side effects, including increased bowel movements, bloating, gas, and nausea.

If you’ve recently begun using whey protein isolate to build muscle and improve energy levels throughout the day and notice any unwanted side effects, you may want to start with a smaller dose and work your way up more slowly. Also, consider checking the ingredient list and sourcing of your supplement. High quality, pure whey protein isolate that is naturally low in fat may be less likely to cause digestive distress.

Our products

If you’re interested in building muscle with whey protein powder, studies have shown that ingesting the supplement within approximately 20 minutes of your workout provides the most benefits. For those who have tried whey protein in the past, you may remember a gritty consistency and unappetizing taste. Fortunately, all of that has changed. FlexFitPro comes in two delicious shake powder flavors — angel food cake and chocolate milkshake. We have reviewers that say it’s like treating yourself to dessert instead of doing something healthy for your body!

Read more about how supplementing a healthy diet with whey protein powder can speed up the process of building lean muscle mass, help with weight loss, and provide consistent energy throughout your day on the FlexFitPro website.