Comments on: 1 Large Dose of Protein Vs Many Small Micro-Doses

By: Mark McManus

Mark McManus — Thu, 09 May 2013 09:07:44 +0000

@Jesh. Ask it over at the facebook page
@Robert T. Just take whey for fast absorption
@James. You only need whey on non training days for convenience. Food will do the job. Whey is great post-workout because it’s going to absorb faster than anything else.

By: James

James — Thu, 09 May 2013 01:58:14 +0000

ok so we now know a big hit of protein is good after a workout, but what about non workout days? same deal? get a big hit at once?

By: John A Davis

John A Davis — Wed, 08 May 2013 18:10:23 +0000

Bolus is my middle name. I wait until 2 hours after workout for main meal, since study I read says MPS happens the most 3-5 hours after a workout. (takes an hour to get the whey and protein going).

BCAAs before and during (every 2 hours) workout, cuts down on calories count and preserves muscle.

Works for me.

By: Robert T.

Robert T. — Wed, 08 May 2013 15:32:41 +0000

What’s your opinion on the theory of taking a quart of whole full fat milk post workout. There is controversy on how the combination of both whey and casein may be superior post workout. And apparently whole milk showed more fat loss and muscle gain then low fat milk when both were taken post workout, although the researchers don’t know why. Dairy calcium can enhance fat loss in some peoplet but it can also stall it in others….so they say…..My logic has always been to stick with the fast absorbtion of whey protein, but these studies can be confusing. Well when in doubt, I follow your advice, you’ve always kept things simple to understand and follow. 🙂

By: Jesh

Jesh — Wed, 08 May 2013 13:12:55 +0000

hey mark i have a question about tspa 2, ive followed everything and a stall has occured in my fat loss is there an email address i could use to ask you this question? thanks man, you’re my hero.
– jesh

By: Mark McManus

Mark McManus — Wed, 08 May 2013 12:58:52 +0000

@jman. Even when cutting insulin is not a dirty word. In fact, it helps with protein synthesis, especially in the post-workout period. A big dose of whey does just that and so BOLUS is the way to go even when on a cut.
@Allen @Shan. Thanks

By: Shan

Shan — Wed, 08 May 2013 11:58:28 +0000

Great! It was always mystery for me, because both were suggested to me (BOLUS and PULSE) from different professionals But mystery solved now,
Thanks MARK you rock as always 🙂

By: Allen

Allen — Wed, 08 May 2013 11:19:42 +0000

Great to hear my hometown university conducted this research! I have always had my protein immediately after a workout and I’ll continue to do so. Love the science in muscle building

By: jman

jman — Wed, 08 May 2013 10:38:33 +0000

Interesting… Wonder what the implications would be for those who are more focused on fat burning. Impact of bolus vs. micro doses on insulin?

By: Mark McManus

Mark McManus — Wed, 08 May 2013 10:01:54 +0000

Post-workout it’s better because of the quicker absorption. Read this https://musclehack.com/how-much-protein-can-the-body-absorb-in-one-sitting/
Apart from that, solid food is great.

By: James

James — Wed, 08 May 2013 10:00:05 +0000

Do you think real food is better/the same/worse than powders?

It’s definitely cheaper, quicker and less calories than real food, but how about for effects on muscles?