Protein is a must if you want to build muscle. The body in turn takes this protein into you and breaks it down into simple amino acids which it uses to rebuild your muscles which you have broken down by lifting weights. It is a fact that the anabolic effects of intense training are increased by a high protein diet. Most bodybuilders need to take in between 1 and 1.5 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight every day. This even need to be increased furthur if a person is taking steroids. Protein is also important for insulin stability and keeping your energy level stable.

I'm sure you are asking yourself right now, "Why do I have to use a whey protein over some of the cheaper proteins?" First of all is has a much higher BV (or biological value) which gives it more usable amino acids than other proteins. Secondly, it helps boost your immune system which is due to the high amino acid profile of whey protein.

I like to take whey protein supplements either as a MRP or Designer Protein directly after my workout or early in the morning with my breakfast of 8 egg whites and 2 packets of instant oatmeal. Some people say that your body can't use more than 30-35 grams of protein per meal. This is absolute and total bullshit. The same people that said this are the ones to this day still say that anabolic steroids don't put muscle on you either. I'm not going to put any protein limits on myself and you shouldn't either. This might be the case for someone who does not workout since their body would not have a need for that much protein but if you are training hard you will need it.