The use of whey protein is a mass-gaining aid used by many gym-goers. Although it is possible to gain lean mass without having to take the supplement, isolated protein helps a lot of people, but it also raises suspicions due to its supposed risks.
It circulates, for example, the suspicion that the supplement made of proteins isolated from whey would be harmful to the functioning of the kidneys. “A healthy person will not have kidney damage from taking whey. It is not he, in an isolated way, that reaches the renal system. However, excess protein can, over time, overload the organ and cause a problem”, says sports nutritionist Henrique Spessotto.
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According to him, what damages the renal system is the excess of proteins in the diet, since nutrients should not represent more than 35% of the daily intake of calories for an adult. The impact on the kidneys, however, is not the only ghost that haunts those who are thinking about using a supplement.
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To gain muscle mass in a healthy way, you need to follow a routine with regular physical activity and a diet rich in protein sources.
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You have to be patient to achieve the desired results and always train with medical guidance.
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Exercise repetitions should be slow, especially in the muscle contraction phase. Thus, more effective will be the gain of muscle mass during the muscle recovery period.
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Do not stop the exercise as soon as you start to feel pain or a burning sensation. It is at this point that the white muscle fibers begin to break down, leading to hypertrophy during the period.
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Train three to five times a week. But, switch muscle groups. Rest is key to hypertrophy
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Eat a healthy, protein-rich diet. They are responsible for maintaining muscle fibers and are directly related to hypertrophy.
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Don’t stop when you reach the goal to avoid losing the definition you’ve achieved. Generally, the loss of muscle mass can be observed in just 15 days without training
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Maintain a regimented routine favors the increase of muscles
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The rhythm and respect for the frequency of sleep also influence the results
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