Ahh protein we certainly need a lot of it if we are going to put on some muscle.  Let’s be honest one of the reasons you want to put on weight is you want the muscle, so you can look good at the beach.  You are going to need protein.  Your body uses protein to repair muscles, it is that simple.

Not giving your body enough protein is going to hinder their ability to heal the muscles and become stronger.  On average a person needs about one gram of protein for every 2.2 pounds of body weight to build and maintain muscle, and that is what we are after.  Exercise and working out is also going to affect the body’s need for more protein, so if you are serious about putting on muscle and your working out I would suggest 2 grams of protein for every 2.2 pounds of body weight per day.

Do not make the mistake of trying to get all of that protein in you in one sitting, it will not work.  You need to divide out throughout the day or else people at work will just be saying ‘Here comes Old Gassy.”  Do not obsess over it, or it will just leave you to confused just make sure you get the appropriate amount everyday.