DID YOU KNOW THAT ONLY PROTEIN BUILDS MUSCLE?

Without adequate protein intake, all your time and effort in the gym is wasted. The average lifter needs 1.5-2.0 grams of quality protein per pound of lean mass per day. Lets say you weight 200 lbs and have 15% bodyfat. You will need 255 to 340 grams of protein a day [ (200 * .85) =170 lbs lean mass * 1.5 -2.0 ]. Whey protein isolates and whey protein concentrate have the highest biological value of any source of protein. This means more protein is absorbed into the muscles. Whey protein is high in BCAA's, and Glutamine.

Most protein sources like red meat and chicken are difficult to digest. Whey protein is predigested, so the protein goes to work on starving muscle quicker and more efficiently. Another problem with most protein sources is the high amount of fat. Most high quality whey proteins like PROLAB and SPORTS ONE contain only 1-2 grams of fat per serving. For optimum protein intake 1/2 your requirement should come from a high quality whey protein or meal replacement.

We carry many different Protein Powders, MRP's and Weight Gainers. Here are some of the most popular products. If you would like to see some of the complete lines that we carry, check here: Beverly International, ISS Research, EAS, Optimum Protein Powders, Champion Nutrition.

Here is some great information on Protein Powders:WHEY Questions, Protien Shake Recipes, Whey Protein.

Labrada Lean Body and Protein Shake Recipes! APPLE JACK whey protein powder will also work well for the protein drinks below.

2 Tbsps Frozen Apple Juice 1 Graham Cracker (4 small squares) 2 Ice Cubes 12 Ounces Of Ice Cold Water 1 Packet LEAN BODY - Vanilla Mix all Ingredients in a blender for 45 seconds.

BANANA CRUNCH

1/2 Banana 1 Graham Cracker (4 small squares) 2 Ice Cubes 1 Packet LEAN BODY - Vanilla Mix all Ingredients in a blender for 45 seconds.

EYE OPENER

1 Tsp Instant Coffee or 1/4 Cup Of Brewed Coffee 2 Ice Cubes 12 Ounces Of Ice Cold Water 1 Packet LEAN BODY - Vanilla Mix all Ingredients in a blender for 45 seconds.

CHOCOLATE EYE OPENER

1 Tsp Instant Coffee or 1/4 Cup Of Brewed Coffee 2 Ice Cubes 12 Ounces Of Ice Cold Water 1 Packet LEAN BODY - Chocolate Mix all Ingredients in a blender for 45 seconds.

DREAMSICLE

2 Ice Cubes 12 Ounces Of Ice Cold Water 1 Packet LEAN BODY - Vanilla Mix all Ingredients in a blender for 45 seconds.

MINT PATTY

1 - 2 Drops Of Mint Extract 2 Ice Cubes 12 Ounces Of Ice Cold Water 1 Packet LEAN BODY - Chocolate Mix all Ingredients in a blender for 45 seconds.

PINA COLADA

2 Tbsps Of Frozen Orange Juice 2 Drops Of Coconut Extract 2 Ice Cubes 12 Ounces Of Ice Cold Water 1 Packet LEAN BODY - Vanilla Mix all Ingredients in a blender for 45 seconds.

TROPICAL DELIGHT

1/2 Banana 2 Tbsps Of Frozen Orange Juice 2 Ice Cubes 12 Ounces Of Ice Cold Water 1 Packet LEAN BODY - Vanilla Mix all Ingredients in a blender for 45 seconds.

FALL HARVEST

1/4 Cup Of Apple Cider 2 Dashes Of Nutmeg 2 Ice Cubes 12 Ounces Of Ice Cold Water 1 Packet LEAN BODY - Vanilla Mix all Ingredients in a blender for 45 seconds.

LEAN BODY PUDDING - Double Chocolate

1/2 Cup Soy Or Non-Fat Milk (For Thickness) 1 Packet Of Fat-Free Jell-O Pudding (Chocolate) 2 Ice Cubes 12 Ounces Of Ice Cold Water 1 Packet LEAN BODY - Chocolate Mix all Ingredients in a blender until smooth and creamy. Place in a bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes. (Use this recipe for other flavors such as: Butterscotch/LEAN BODY Vanilla Vanilla/LEAN BODY Vanilla Pistachio/LEAN BODY Vanilla, etc.)

LEAN BODY POPS - Double Chocolate

1/2 Cup Soy Or Non-Fat Milk (For Thickness) 1 Packet Of Fat-Free Jell-O Pudding (Chocolate) 2 Ice Cubes 12 Ounces Of Ice Cold Water 1 Packet LEAN BODY - Chocolate Mix all Ingredients in a blender until smooth and creamy. Place in a Popsicle tray and place in freezer. Let stand for 4 hours or until completely frozen. To remove from tray, place frozen Lean Body Pops under warm tap water for a few seconds. Twist to remove. (Use this recipe for other flavors such as: Butterscotch/LEAN BODY� Vanilla Vanilla/LEAN BODY� Vanilla Pistachio/LEAN BODY Vanilla, etc.)