Dropping Protein Shakes Out Pre-comp

[weener lad]

Always done it because I thought it was gospel, but what is the actual theory behind reducing protein shakes pre-comp?

[PeterDolan]

I've kept them in til yesterday, only issue I'd have with them could be sodium levels, if they're fine then I don't see the problem.

Also might consider water too, if you wanna sip your water (depending how low you go and when) then you may wanna save it rather than blowing 200-500mL on a shake

[KatyBea]

I drop protein powders well before the final week and change it for real whole foods (fish and eggwhites mainly) - the reason for me is not the water retention issue. By eating whole foods it keeps the metabolism firing in top gear as you reach for the finish line.

[PeterDolan]

Fair enough, but really you should already be ready for your show one to two weeks out in a perfect prep, also contrary to popular belief, whole foods don't burn more calories than shakes/meal replacements, although I do believe whole food is better for you

[muskles]

If they've been workn for the last 12,14,16 or however many weeks you've been dieting for why change them in the final week, other than PD's points of sodium and water cant really see alot of sense in it.

[Sheta]

I drop them 2 weeks out and opt for something chewable...generally egg whites or fish.

I do to clear out the man-made foods.