Shaivy Choubey

Hello Ziddis! Are we even fitness enthusiasts if we haven’t considered protein powders even once in the earlier days of our fitness journey? We all know protein shakes have become a staple in fitness routines but a question popped up. Do we need to drink protein shakes on a rest day? Let us hop in and understand more about this to find an answer.

Benefits of Protein Diet

Protein is a super essential macronutrient that plays a crucial role in:

• Muscle building
• Muscle repair
• Muscle maintenance
• Keeping you full and satiated
• Controlling your appetite
• Helping you improve your metabolism by maintaining a steady metabolic rate even at rest
• Fortify your immune system
• Regulate your hormone production

Read Also: Your Complete Guide to a Plant Based Protein Diet

Best Protein Diet

We all have different dietary preferences, whether personal, religious, or allergies. Hence it is important to find protein sources for all sorts of diets. While protein shakes are great and can be a part of all dietary preferences, you may not always get enough protein for your daily requirement from just the protein shake. It is important to include other sources of protein in your diet. Some of the best protein diets are:

• Animal source: eggs, chicken, fish, lean meat.
• Dairy sources: paneer, Greek yoghurt.
• Plant source: almond milk, tofu, lentils, chickpeas, quinoa, nuts and seeds.

A good mix of these foods ensures you get all the essential amino acids along with proteins needed for muscle maintenance and recovery.

Benefits of Protein Shakes on Rest Days

We often associate protein shakes with workout days. But are we doing it wrong? Should we be having protein shakes on rest days too? Here is how protein shakes help:

• They are a quick and easy way to meet our daily protein requirements halfway.
• They support our muscle recovery even without exercising because our muscles need amino acids at all times for wear and tear.
• Protein shakes on rest days help maintain lean muscles by preventing muscle loss.
• Even on a rest day, your body undergoes similar patterns of hunger. By having protein shakes on rest days, your body will stay satiated and prevent you from overeating on cravings.

Skipping protein on rest days can slow recovery and even lead to muscle loss over time so make sure to stay consistent with your protein intake.

Best Protein Shakes to Consider

MuscleBlaze would love to give recommendations on types of protein shake bases you should consider depending on your fitness goals.

• Whey protein isolate is for fast absorption and is great for post-workout recovery.
• Casein protein is slow digesting due to lactose in it but it is ideal for overnight muscle repair.
• Plant-based proteins like oats protein or soy protein are great for vegans and lactose-intolerant people.
• Blended proteins are a mix of fast and slow-digesting proteins that help in the sustained release of amino acids.

Best Way to Get Protein on Rest Days

You may have understood by now how important protein is even on rest days. Here is how you can get your daily quota of protein on a rest day:

• Do not skip your protein shake
• Have whole foods and fit foods for natural nutrients
• Spread our protein intake evenly throughout your meals for better absorption of proteins
• Combine different protein sources to get the added benefits of amino acids.

Takeaway

You can and should have protein on rest days! Your body continues to repair and rebuild muscle, even without exercise. Having whole foods is always the best approach but a good protein shake can help fill the gaps when needed. Stay consistent with your protein intake and you’ll see better muscle recovery and overall fitness progress.

Sources:

https://www.geneticnutrition.in/blogs/genetic-life/protein-shake-on-rest-days?srsltid=AfmBOorSMF14qN6nBfncirNMD0QLwfl5GxZKxPCN48JLTCsjcvT1z0-l

https://blog.nasm.org/what-to-eat-on-rest-days-to-best-support-muscle-growth

Hello Ziddis! We know how protein supplements play a super important role in your fitness journey. Whether you are looking to meet your nutritional goals or looking for the energy to kick in before a workout you end up with a protein supplement. But what is a very revolutionary element in the new protein supplements is digestive enzymes. Earlier, people used to complain about suffering from indigestion or upset stomach after starting a protein supplement routine. That is not solved all thanks to digestive enzymes. Let us understand how these digestive enzymes found their way into MuscleBlaze’s patented EAF aka Enhanced Absorption Formula technology to benefit us and take the protein bioavailability to the next level in our protein supplements.

What Are Digestive Enzymes?

Digestive enzymes are proteins produced naturally by our body to break down food into smaller absorbable nutrients. The key enzymes for proteins are proteases and peptidases. These enzymes break down complex protein molecules into amino acids which are the building blocks our body can absorb.

Who Needs Digestive Enzymes?

Everybody functions differently from the inside. Some experience optimum digestion while others may not have the same capacity to digest proteins which can lead to major indigestion issues. Here are some people for whom digestive enzymes could be good news:

• Fitness enthusiasts who have high-protein consumption due to their high-protein diets. Their digestive system could get overwhelmed and enzymes can prevent discomfort and maximize the absorption.
• People with digestive issues like lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome or low stomach acid levels benefit a lot from digestive enzymes.
• Aged people who experience issues with enzyme production as they age can take help from digestive enzymes to deal with digestive issues and gut health.
• Vegans or vegetarians who majorly source their protein intake from hard-to-digest plant-based protein supplements need digestive enzymes to break down fibres and anti-nutritional compounds.

Best Digestive Enzymes for Protein Absorption

Certain enzymes are particularly effective for protein digestion:

• Papain derived from papaya helps in breaking down proteins into amino acids.
• Bromelain found in pineapple helps in reducing inflammation and improving protein breakdown.
• Pepsin, a natural enzyme works in an acidic environment in the stomach to help digest proteins.
• Trypsin is helpful in the final stage of protein digestion that takes place in our intestines.

Read Also: Are Protein Supplements Good for Your Health?

Digestive Enzyme Supplements

If you feel your diet or protein intake is lacking digestive enzymes, you can try out some standalone digestive enzyme supplements. These can be found in products which contain:

• Protease enzyme for protein digestion
• Multi-enzyme complexes targeting carbs, fats and proteins
• Clinical backing and transparent labelling for enzyme activity levels like FCC units.

MB EAF Technology: Science-Backed Innovation

MuscleBlaze takes protein supplementation to the next level with its patented Enhanced Absorption Formula (EAF) technology. This innovation helps in adding high-quality digestive enzymes into protein powders to improve the protein’s bioavailability.

But What is Protein Bioavailability and Why is it Necessary?

Bioavailability is a way to understand how much of the protein consumed is actually absorbed by our body to be utilized. Normally, protein powders may give us higher protein quantity but without enzymes to help digest that protein, it could go to waste. MuscleBlaze’s EAF technology helps,

• faster digestion
• faster absorption
• reduced bloating
• solving the indigestion issue
• enhancing amino acid delivery to muscles post-workout

And because of all this, you reach your optimum protein consumption.

Takeaway

Protein intake is very important as a pre-workout whether you choose to get it through supplements or proteinous foods like peanut butter or protein bars. These are a game-changer in protein supplementation, especially for those aiming for optimal nutrition and digestion. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast, someone with digestion issues, or simply looking to make the most of your protein intake, choosing a supplement with enzymes can make a world of difference. With MuscleBlaze’s patented EAF technology, you’re not just getting protein—you’re getting a formula designed to deliver real results. Don’t just fuel your body; supercharge it with science-backed solutions.

Sources:

https://www.healthline.com/health/why-are-enzymes-important

https://infinitabiotech.com/blog/importance-of-digestive-enzymes-in-protein-powder/#:~:text=Taking%20enzymes%20provide%20the%20support,digestive%20tract%20for%20optimum%20function.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4595032

Hello Ziddis! Whey protein is a staple supplement for all fitness enthusiasts, especially bodybuilders and athletes. However, in recent times we have realized that the price of whey protein is increasing worldwide. Let us understand the impact of whey protein price must be happening.

Impact of Whey Protein Price

The rising cost of whey protein is becoming a concern for fitness enthusiasts worldwide. This is not just a phenomenon limited to India. With the increase in the number of people relying on protein supplements for their daily required protein needs, whey prices have started to surge too. 

This is a simple supply-demand equation. Whether someone is a gym-goer or a professional athlete the cost of maintaining a high-protein diet becoming high is impacting their fitness just as it is impacting their pocket.

Why Did Whey Protein Go Up in Price?

There are many reasons speculated to have impacted the whey protein to go up in price globally. Here are a few:

• Increase in the global demand
• More awareness about health among common people
• More influencers promoting whey protein as their go-to protein source.
• Recognition of protein supplements to be a dietary necessity for people serious about their fitness.
• Rising demand due to GLP-1 medications which are used for maintaining weight and diabetes treatment. GLP-1 medication reduces appetite making protein supplements important for maintaining adequate nutrition.
• Rise in the cost of milk because of a rise in the cost of feed, labour & energy.
• Fluctuation in the dairy industry
• Global supply chain impacted by transportation delays. To top that, geopolitical tensions are impacting supply chain and routes
• Inflation in every sector including production, packaging and logistics.
• Fluctuation in currency value & foreign exchange

Now, if you look at the bigger picture, you can understand how all these seemingly small changes may be impacting the prices of whey protein vastly.

Comparing Whey Protein Price with MuscleBlaze Pricing

While whey protein prices have risen globally, the extent of the increase varies by region and brand.

At MuscleBlaze, we are committed to offering the best value to our fitness enthusiast consumers. To counter these price hikes, we are:

• Optimizing our operations to maintain the production costs
• Exploring alternative sources to reduce supply chain expenses
• Maintaining customer focus by keeping our pricing as competitive as possible without compromising on quality.

We truly appreciate the trust and support of our loyal customers as we explore ways to stay true to our commitment to better fitness without burning a hole in one’s pockets. Our commitment gets stronger than ever to provide you with premium quality whey protein at the best possible prices. 

Hello Ziddis! When it comes to fitness there is no one size fits all we all know that and still some of the most debated topics are fitness. In today’s blog we will tackle one such topic “Is it bad to work out in the evening?” There is an air of scepticism surrounding evening time and working out. So let’s break some myths and explore how working out in the evening could actually be beneficial.

Workout in the Evening

Let us understand why people work out in the evening. The possible answer to this is either their lifestyle and work schedule only allow them evening as a time for their fitness goals or because they feel evening time has a share in improving their productivity.

There are a few concerns too regarding working out in the evening. Such as:

• Would it disrupt your sleep schedule?
• Does working out in the evening reduce energy?
• Is the body not primed for performance during evening workouts?

To bust these myths, a study suggests that most people who exercise in the evening observe no impact on their sleep quality. On the contrary, a moderate workout in the evening helps some sleep better.

Benefits of Evening Workouts

If you are someone toying with the idea of working out in the evening here are some benefits that weigh in its favour:

• Better Physical Performance: By evening, your body temperature and strength tend to peak. This enhances your performance during workouts.
• Reduced morning rush at the gym.
• Stress relief: Going to the gym in the evening after your work and errands are done is a way to destress yourself.
• You are more conscious and aware during the evening rather than in the morning when you have just woken up.

Read Also: Pairing Muscle Groups for Working Out: Is There a Right and Wrong?

Is the Best Time for a Workout Morning or Evening?

There is no hard and fast rule about what time is ideal to work out. As we said, there is no one size fits all in fitness. Morning workouts might appeal to early birds but for those who want to tick off workout in peace after work, evening workouts are most suited for them.

Key Factors to Consider:

• Lifestyle: Your workout time should complement your daily schedule.
• Body Clock: Pay attention to when you feel most energetic and perform your best.
• Consistency: The best time to work out is when you can do it regularly.

Ultimately, it’s less about timing and more about prioritizing physical activity.

Prepping Yourself For Evening Workout

There are a few things you need to keep in mind if you have decided to embrace the evening workout life:

• Fuel up yourself for better performance with protein shakes
• Do not overeat or indulge in heavy meals
• Carry your trusted shaker bottle with electrolytes to the gym
• Wear comfortable clothes like a comfy pair of joggers 
• Invest in a good pair of shoes
• Carry a handful of nuts or a granola bar
• Stay hydrated
• Make sure to prioritize rest too

Takeaway

What is important about fitness is not when you work out but how consistent you are with it. Evening workouts are great for various reasons but more than anything, your reason to work out in the evening should be that it fits the lifestyle you are looking for. No matter your preference of workout style make sure you stay consistent to reach your goals faster!

Sources:

https://www.menshealth.com/uk/building-muscle/a755788/morning-vs-evening-workouts-which-is-better

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5481716

https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/best-time-of-day-for-your-workout