Many so-called experts continue to assure that the body-builder doesn’t need more protein than the average man. Last two researches of links of a protein and muscular growth show that type and time of taking of protein are very important.

The first experiment lasted 14 weeks. Scientists compared the effects of the admission of protein and carbohydrates after training. 22 young men aged about 23 years, which didn’t train before that during half a year, have taken part in research. During experiment they didn’t accept any food additives possessing anabolic effects (like creatine or protein cocktails).

Participants were divided into two groups: the first received a protein, the second — carbohydrates. One portion of protein consisted of 16.6g of whey protein, 2.8g of casein, 2.8g of egg white and 2.8g of L-glutamine. One portion of carbohydrates contained 25 g of maltodextrin. Caloric content of both doses was identical, taste of cocktails — absolutely identical. Participants accepted one dose before and after training and also in the morning in days of rest.

Participants of experiment trained only feet, using standard exercises, such as a press by feet, and bending of feet. They were engaged three times a week, making 3-4 set in each exercise. read »