Muscle Milk - Are the claims true?

Swimmers from the ASU & U of A were raving about it 2 years ago...in fact I think Schoeman is a paid spokesman now. I've used it for a year....and think its fantastic (mixed with milk taken after workout). George...it does have high levels of quality protein but one of the key ingredients that is the "hot" supplement these days is L-Glutamine. And yes...its all legal.

Hey I just starting taking that (didnt' realise there was a big to-do over it) More for a sustaining drink b/c I don't get time to digest a meal before practice. I'll let you know if I see anything dramatic occur. There are hazards to everything if you think about it. This stuff gives me gas...does that count? Don't mix it with water...it's gross.

It has all the same stuff in it that our Whey Powder we buy at Costco for $38 a huge jug powder. Gas should make you putter along. Beans will do the same thing and they are loaded with protein. Think............. jet engine or squid-like propulsion.......;)

It has all the same stuff in it that our Whey Powder we buy at Costco for $38 a huge jug powder. www.costco.ca/.../Product.aspx Gas should make you putter along. Beans will do the same thing and they are loaded with protein.

Try estimating your current protein intake in grams per day, and you may find that you are already getting enough. Some sources say that the US recommended daily allowance for protein is too low (I think it is 50g) and that 1.2-1.4g/kg body weight is a better amount for endurance athletes. Sources vary on whether you should use lean body weight or full body weight in that calculation. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/.../entrez I think there are some MDs on this board who may comment. We may have dietitians too.

Swimmers from the ASU & U of A were raving about it 2 years ago...in fact I think Schoeman is a paid spokesman now. I've used it for a year....and think its fantastic (mixed with milk taken after workout). George...it does have high levels of quality protein but one of the key ingredients that is the "hot" supplement these days is L-Glutamine. And yes...its all legal. I knew you were juicing! What other "secrets" do you possess?

There are hazards to everything if you think about it. This stuff gives me gas...does that count? Don't mix it with water...it's gross. From the posts I read this seems to be a common problem with creatine. So does it work then? I mean can you feel/see a difference? What are you meant to mix it with? Milk? And George, I was looking at the ingredients and it looked like nothing more than vitamin, protein enriched chocolate powder. But then I am no expert. Syd

You are right Syd it is high in protein, not a lot of garbage other products. I don't use it my wife uses it as a replacment for a meal. Eat proper well balanced meals and snacks and you do not need these products.

Eat proper well balanced meals and snacks and you do not need these products. While I echo this, eating before swimming is not on my schedule...I've tried and I can't get going in the water due to belching and feeling stuffed. These drinks and products are called supplements for a reason, they supplement. They might do little more than ensure you're getting what you need in eating in case you don't have suzy or sammy homemaker waiting with dinner prepared at a the optimum time for your workout schedule. Eating balanced meals and snacks is great if you have the time to do it all. Don't delude yourself into thiinking just because it's meat and 2 vegatables that it's fully balanced. Anthing coming out of a box is probably modified in some way. Syd, I literally just started taking this...mainly b/c the cost of energy bars and drinks are high in comparison. For me it's just a training tool to not feel hungry or like barfing. If I notice anything sensational like 20lbs of muscle in a month..I'll let you know ;)

Syd, I litereally just strated taking this...mainly b/c the cost of energy bars and drinks are high in comparison. For me it's just a training tool to not feel hungry or like barfing. I have been doing some research on supplements myself. So far all I have found is contradicting claims. Walked past a store that sells all these things on Monday and popped in. I was overwhelmed to say the least. All I am looking for is something that can cover any gaps that I might have left in my diet and perhaps give me a boost in energy when I need it on those 'down' days. If I notice anything sensational like 20lbs of muscle in a month..I'll let you know ;)Be sure to include pictures Stud. I am sure the ladies will love that.:D Syd