Protein power! [Pt. 3] We all seek it. We as athletes are obsessed with protein; its what we think of when we think GAINS. You need enough of this macro (nutrient) to build and repair your muscles. Protein is also a huge factor in getting the metabolism going full throttle, and for those who are mainly concerned with weight loss, throwing your metabolism into top speed is important.
For physique minded individuals looking for that impressive body transformation, you should be consuming about 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight to maintain and build muscle. 10 pounds of muscle would burn 50 calories in a day spent at rest, while 10 pounds of fat would burn 20 calories.
This piece is the 3rd installment of the Protein Power Series, which has covered ALL of the foods that are great in protein and will help you sculpt and shape your body how you wish. In past articles, I covered meats, seafood, snacks, produce, and even canned foods that are packed with protein.
Lets talk about some High Protein Grains. First up, we have wheat germ (pictured above) which can be added to oatmeal, bran cereal, protein smoothies and more. Keep it refrigerated to remain fresh. Quinoa is another option which can also be put in a fruit smoothie for protein intake. It packs 8g of protein per 1 cup serving. When blended in a smoothie, it doesn't alter the taste and even the texture meshes well with the rest of the smoothie.
Next up, High Protein Deli has many options. For those of you who love sandwiches and feel like you may have to give up the things you love for the sake of dieting, here are some protein options to be mindful of. Roast beef offers 18g of protein per 3 ounce serving, while pepperoni and roasted turkey breast offer the same. Another option is chorizo, a traditional Spanish pork sausage which can turn any meal into a plate of protein power. Chorizo offers 21 grams of protein per 3 ounce serving. Then there's Canadian bacon, which weighs in at 15g of protein per 3 ounce serving.
I bet you never thought of High Protein Frozen Foods, huh? One great option is edamame, a frozen green soybean that packs more than protein but fiber, minerals and vitamins as well. Edamame can be seasoned with whatever suits you for an upgrade of flavor. It can also be used to make hummus. Frozen greek yogurt offers 6g of protein per 1/2 cup serving; Its awesome when mixing with your fruit smoothies or when making a parfait. Although the next option is another vegetable, frozen green peas offer 7g of protein per cup serving as well as a good serving of fiber.
Thank you for reading the 3rd installment in Protein Power! Let me know what else you want to learn about next via #HenrysHealthTips and I will provide. Stay focused on your goals, this is Glo Up Fitness!
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