https://community.usms.org/swimming/f/general/1238/protein-powderIs it beneficial to drink the protein shake within a certain period of time after a workout? If so, how long?en-USTelligent Community 12https://community.usms.org/thread/2166?ContentTypeID=1Wed, 20 Mar 2002 13:45:30 GMT3187ac58-ba85-4314-b79a-c45cd885e09a:e02ee4d9-f4b1-4bc8-96fb-58d1c49f882fFormer MemberCool... I was also wondering how many grams of protein powder you all take/recommend taking after a workout?<div style="clear:both;"></div>https://community.usms.org/thread/2150?ContentTypeID=1Tue, 19 Mar 2002 14:09:58 GMT3187ac58-ba85-4314-b79a-c45cd885e09a:83151065-de8d-4f16-8964-9c5ba59e0a1eFormer MemberMy understanding is if your goal to aid in muscle building, liquid protein within one hour of the workout is best. The Swim Training Site, under Health Issues posts this article: Post- Workout Recovery: A must for athletes Jayson Hunter, RD, CSCS (SportSpecific.com ) &quot;If you want to optimize your training, improve recovery time, and accelerate muscle growth then a post-workout recovery drink is vital to your training routine. Research has shown that if you are trying to gain lean body mass you need to feed your body carbohydrates and protein within 60 minutes after your workout.&quot; That&#39;s just the synopsis, go there www.swimtraining.com] to read the full article.<div style="clear:both;"></div>