Is two protein shakes a day too much?

Asked by: Ryan Cantrell

If you work out regularly and you’re trying to build muscle, two protein shakes per day is plenty. And if you’re not that active, you likely don’t need more than one protein shake per day.

How many protein shakes a day is too much?

To be clear, there is no hard-and-fast rule about drinking protein shakes, and having too many of them in one day likely won’t have any long-term detrimental effects. For most people, anywhere from one to three protein shakes per day should be plenty to help them meet their nutritional needs.

Can I drink 2 protein shakes in a row?

The key to fitting protein shakes into your diet is to drink them only when needed, which means not having two shakes too close together.

Can I drink 2 protein shakes a day and 1 meal?

Protein shakes support muscle growth and repair after exercise and they can be a quick meal replacement when you’re on the go. Drinking two protein shakes instead of full meals daily may help you lose weight, but it isn’t really a long-term weight management solution.

Should I drink 2 protein shakes a day to gain weight?

Gaining Weight with Shakes
Increase your caloric intake by 3,500 calories per week, or 500 calories per day. To incorporate protein shakes into this formula, add two shakes per day, for a total of 524 calories, in excess of your regular diet.

Is it OK to drink 4 protein shakes a day?

Sure thing. You should be drinking anywhere from 0 to 8 shakes per day.

How long should I wait between protein shakes?

It may therefore be more useful to consume larger amounts of protein at a meal and wait longer between protein doses than the typical 2-3 hours that is typically recommended in the bodybuilding community.

Do protein shakes make you fat?

Because of its association with building muscle, many believe that consuming whey protein powder or supplements in other forms will make them gain weight. The truth is, protein alone – or any other specific type of macronutrient including fats and carbs – will not make you become overweight.

What happens if you drink protein shakes without working out?

Packed with protein, and often with decadent ingredients like peanut butter and chocolate, protein shakes can be surprisingly high in calories. If you’re not exercising, and those protein shakes are adding a lot of extra calories to your diet, that could lead to weight gain.

Can I take 3 scoops of whey protein a day?

Yes! You can consume 3 scoops of whey, but try to get your maximum whey requirements from food and supplement rest.

Can I take whey protein 2 times a day?

The short answer is yes, you can have more than one protein shake per day.

Is 60g protein shake too much?

General recommendations are to consume 15-25 grams of protein at meals and in the early recovery phase (anabolic window) — 45 minutes to one hour after a workout. Studies show higher intakes (more than 40 grams) are no more beneficial than the recommended 15-25 grams at one time.