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Protein after calisthenics
Posted on 8/31/25 at 11:47 am
Posted on 8/31/25 at 11:47 am
Good afternoon all,
I am in my mid 30s and looking to shed a few pounds and get my clothes fitting better. I am 6 foot and about 195 pounds right now. My clothes are fitting a bit tight and I’d like to get back to wearing my old jeans and fit into my tuxedo.
I’m not a big gym rat guy.
I typically go on a walk or short jog every morning. In order to help shed some pounds I am going to incorporate calisthenics after my walk.
Would you all recommend drinking a protein shake in the morning after my workout or would this be overkill?
I am in my mid 30s and looking to shed a few pounds and get my clothes fitting better. I am 6 foot and about 195 pounds right now. My clothes are fitting a bit tight and I’d like to get back to wearing my old jeans and fit into my tuxedo.
I’m not a big gym rat guy.
I typically go on a walk or short jog every morning. In order to help shed some pounds I am going to incorporate calisthenics after my walk.
Would you all recommend drinking a protein shake in the morning after my workout or would this be overkill?
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Posted on 8/31/25 at 12:59 pm to tigerfootball123
Need more info.
What are you currently eating in the morning? Are you trying to replace a meal, or just add protein? Are you trying to build muscle?
If you’re trying to lose weight, you need to prioritize protein and reduce the amount of calorie intake.
I’d recommend eating some eggs instead of a protein shake. Good on you for doing something, but honestly, walking and calisthenics probably isn’t enough to counter the amount of crap they put in your everyday protein shake. But if you’re eating a bowl of Lucky Charms, then yeah…maybe find a clean protein and replace the cereal.
What are you currently eating in the morning? Are you trying to replace a meal, or just add protein? Are you trying to build muscle?
If you’re trying to lose weight, you need to prioritize protein and reduce the amount of calorie intake.
I’d recommend eating some eggs instead of a protein shake. Good on you for doing something, but honestly, walking and calisthenics probably isn’t enough to counter the amount of crap they put in your everyday protein shake. But if you’re eating a bowl of Lucky Charms, then yeah…maybe find a clean protein and replace the cereal.
Posted on 8/31/25 at 1:16 pm to lsugerberbaby
Not really trying to build muscle or bulk up. Just looking to lose the love handles and muffing top.
I actually tend to skip breakfast most days and just eat lunch and dinner
I actually tend to skip breakfast most days and just eat lunch and dinner
This post was edited on 8/31/25 at 1:17 pm
Posted on 8/31/25 at 10:27 pm to tigerfootball123
Not gonna lie, bud…you need to be doing more than walks and calisthenics. If you’re gonna do “at home” stuff, pick up some kettlebells and find some good circuits.
You have a muffin top because you’re eating crap. Don’t do that.
You have a muffin top because you’re eating crap. Don’t do that.
Posted on 9/1/25 at 12:56 am to tigerfootball123
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Just looking to lose the love handles and muffing top.
Then you have to burn more calories a day than you’re consuming.
If you don’t hit protein goals while in this caloric deficit, you’ll still lose the love handles but more than likely the muffin top will remain.
Aim for 0.8-1.0g of protein per 1 lb of body weight. Timing on protein doesn’t matter, only the daily goal being met.
Posted on 9/1/25 at 2:54 am to tigerfootball123
You can raise your resting metabolic rate by building muscle. If you don't want to put in the work to build muscle, then you have to cut calories.
Nutrient timing is mostly fake.
Nutrient timing is mostly fake.
Posted on 9/2/25 at 2:19 pm to pwejr88
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Aim for 0.8-1.0g of protein per 1 lb of body weight. Timing on protein doesn’t matter, only the daily goal being met.
This is not necessary to lose weight. If you are at 195# and want to get to 180ish, you don't need to consume more than .5-.66 of your desired weight (so 90-120 grams would be sufficient). If you wanted to gain muscle, then you can start loading up on protein. It's helpful to track and be mindful, so that you get an idea of the best diet. Just be careful, cause more exercise will spike your hunger and you will eat more.
Posted on 9/2/25 at 3:58 pm to tigerfootball123
Dude get on test immediately and lift to failure. Also do keto. You’ll become a beast.
Posted on 9/2/25 at 9:14 pm to brmark70816
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This is not necessary to lose weight.
Correct but you want to preserve as much muscle as possible while losing weight and protein does that. If you’re getting down to 180 from 195 about 200g of protein a day should work. Of course all this depends on how big of a caloric deficit you’re in.
Posted on 9/3/25 at 2:23 am to tigerfootball123
You don’t need a protein supplement.
I understand you’re working out in the morning and usually skip breakfast?
I would start my day with at least 15 ounces of water (20-30 would be better).You’ll add juice of lemon or lime but if you can get key limes they are the best thing. You’ll add some salt (we can discuss this if you’re actually going to do it) and even cayenne to the water and mix.
You’re doing the right thing skipping breakfast now but you probably eat poor quality food.
But when you’re working out now in the morning I’d probably add something.
Easy morning thing would be siggi’s plain yogurt with maple syrup poured over top and if you have the balls and want something great crack two pasture eggs, add the yolks after fully separating the white down the drain. You should do stuff like this instead of buying a protein powder. And you wouldn’t be hurting yourself if you got some sourdough from a real bakery and put some avocado on it with that yogurt or blending that stuff in a smoothie.
I understand you’re working out in the morning and usually skip breakfast?
I would start my day with at least 15 ounces of water (20-30 would be better).You’ll add juice of lemon or lime but if you can get key limes they are the best thing. You’ll add some salt (we can discuss this if you’re actually going to do it) and even cayenne to the water and mix.
You’re doing the right thing skipping breakfast now but you probably eat poor quality food.
But when you’re working out now in the morning I’d probably add something.
Easy morning thing would be siggi’s plain yogurt with maple syrup poured over top and if you have the balls and want something great crack two pasture eggs, add the yolks after fully separating the white down the drain. You should do stuff like this instead of buying a protein powder. And you wouldn’t be hurting yourself if you got some sourdough from a real bakery and put some avocado on it with that yogurt or blending that stuff in a smoothie.
Posted on 9/3/25 at 7:21 am to pwejr88
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If you’re getting down to 180 from 195 about 200g of protein a day should work. Of course all this depends on how big of a caloric deficit you’re in.
Why that much? If he is maintaining his muscle at 120-150, why eat the additional 50 grams?
I know protein is not as calorie dense, but chasing that additional amount will result in additional calories. There is no need for it. If he's eating 1800-2000 calories on a cut, he's not hitting 200 grams, unless he's supplementing or eating a keto/carnivore diet (which he'd never be heavy if he was on that diet to begin with)..
Posted on 9/3/25 at 9:57 am to tigerfootball123
Pretty sure its been proven that it does not matter if you consume protein immediately post workout as long as you are hitting daily protein goals.
But it would not hurt anything and certainly not be overkill
But it would not hurt anything and certainly not be overkill
Posted on 9/3/25 at 10:39 am to brmark70816
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If he is maintaining his muscle at 120-150, why eat the additional 50 grams?
He doesn't have any muscle at his size, and with walking and jogging being the only things in his repertoire.
Eating 200g of protein is a chore, which is the point. You eat less of everything else when you're looking "forward" to choking down more protein.
Posted on 9/3/25 at 10:01 pm to brmark70816
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If he is maintaining his muscle at 120-150
If he is in a deficit, I highly doubt he will maintain maximum muscle mass with 120-150g
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