Rice with chicken thighs Cheaper than breast and still great for muscle

It definitely added stress at first but it also made my progress way more predictable

Big tubs of Greek yogurt are saving me right now Way cheaper per serving than protein bars

Going at off-peak hours made it way less intimidating at first

There’s so much macro tracking and meal timing talk Curious what simple approach actually worked for people long-term

If you’re bulking and eating enough protein, just save your money I switched from BCAAs to whey and saw no difference

Beef or turkey jerky check the sugar content Perfect for on-the-go snacking between meals

For me carbs before workouts make a big difference If I train low on carbs my strength drops fast I always eat a carb heavy meal about 90 minutes before lifting

Genetics play a role but they’re not the main issue for most people If strength numbers aren’t moving up your muscles won’t either Try increasing load or reps weekly

I read some newer studies saying total protein per day is what matters most Timing only really matters if you’re doing crazy double sessions or cutting super hard