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Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Does whey protein improve performance?

These are some effects Whey Protein has on performance:
  1. An increase in the lean muscle mass
  2. A decrease in recovery times and faster muscle repair
  3. Reduced post-workout muscle breakdown
  4. Increase in metabolic rate
Who can benefit from using Whey Protein supplements?

Whey Protein is traditionally used amongst bodybuilders and athletes for its ability to promote muscle growth, and now new scientific studies have been conducted that indicate that whey is being used in other applications. Some of these other applications include: weight loss, cancer treatment, infant health and wound healing. Studies are showing that practically everyone can benefit in some way from Whey Protein supplementation.
If you belong to one of the groups listed below that need increased protein levels you will get the most benefit out of supplementing with whey.

 The groups include:
  1. Bodybuilders & strength trainers
  2. Endurance athletes
  3. People on weight loss programs
  4. People who are new to strength/weight training
  5. Vegetarians
  6. Team sports players