The Ultimate Guide to Protein

There are so many protein powders out there, how much do you need? Which one should you take? Does eating protein make you bulkier or skinnier? In today's video I'm going to breakdown all the types of protein powder available in this ultimate guide to help you make the right choice. GNC and I partnered to bring you this comprehensive guide and giveaway.

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Cassey Ho is a certified Pilates and fitness instructor, named Greatist's Top 100 Health & Fitness Influencers in the World alongside Michelle Obama. She is the winner of the "Social Fitness" Shorty Award and FITNESS Magazine named her their "Best Healthy Living Blogger". She's been featured on Dr. Oz, EXTRA TV, The Steve Harvey Show, COSMPOLITAN Magazine, SHAPE Magazine, Ladies Home Journal, SELF Magazine, NY Times, LA Times, and many more.

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[skylarmangur]

No matter how many videos i watched, i still come back to yours and i feel like i could trust your opinions more because you dont just advertise the products . U actually explain how it works and i love it . Thank you Casey, keep doing the good work . We need you xx

[blogilates]

Remember that if you want to build muscle, pair protein powder within 30 min after a weight lifting or body weight exercise session!

[blogilates]

Congrats to Krista Havens for being the winner of the GNC Prize Pack Giveaway!! Krista, email me! I sent you a message! <3

[adiyaparistheservicepartyp]

Thanks Cassie! I'm a Pilates instructor and I always tell my class about taking a protein drink after. Now I have a better idea how to explain which ones for my clients different needs.

[taissahayden]

my protein intake was 108 because I am trying to lose weight. I weight between 160-165 after battling cancer. The steroids and my unhealthy eating habit slowly start sneaking around the corner. I really need to rebuild lean muscle and good diets because to stay a survivor I know eating right is key and plenty of exercise. Being a single mom and med student plays a role in time. So far your videos keep my core tight but what about that muffin top and arms I need all the help I can get with my crazy schedule. Thanks for Everything Cassey Love U God Bless

[JasmineLoveminute]

My protein number is 78, need to eat more eggs and chicken breast because we don't have protein powders here where I live, I can't buy greek yogurt, protein bars, chia seeds, stevia, quinoa and many By the way, I saw buckwheat pasta here and it has 13 grams of protein in 100 grams, so should I eat it? ♥

[lovelyxmai-mai]

Thank you for talking about vegan/vegetarian protein options, very informative! :D oh and my protein number is 64

[amandacarr]

What is the best protein powder for women in general???

[andreaglauberg]

Thank-you! I was so confused and all the videos out there just made it more confusing. I feel so much better about what I should take and what I should ask for.

[PixieDust]

I've always been a whey-protein user but have noticed it often leaves me feeling a bit bloated so have been investigating other protein types - super helpful vid, thanks Cassey!

[DanHomephysique]

This deserves the award for broscience of the year, I actually feel like I now know less stuff.

[LexiDarcel]

147g of protein! I definitely need to eat more!

[ashleytune]

I wish GNC still had the protein calculator on the site! :(

[kellifelix]

My protein number is 70! I'm really excited to increase my consumption of protein and change my lifestyle. I have a pretty active job and lately I've also picked up swimming five nights a week. It's crazy to see the difference in my body in such a short amount of time!!! I'm looking forward to seeing what protein can do for my body!!

[happinie]

I need around 90 grams of protein every day. I do need to increase my intake, and lately I've been wanting to take protein shakes, but I have not tried them yet because I was afraid that it would make me bulky. I'm glad that it's not really true. I've recently started weight lifting, and I love it!

[SElisa]

Casey instead of talking about getting enough protein, you should talk about getting enough fiber instead. 97% of Americans get enough protein, while only about 3% of Americans get enough fiber.

[louiethemouseful]

Cannibis plant? So it's marijuana? lol

[blablabla]

WTF?? 😂😂 I need to eat 144g of protein a day... that is crazy 😂🍳🍼

[imcoolycool]

Mine was 81, this video was super helpful. I've been wondering if I should use protein powder for a while, I work out and I'm sore for a couple days but I feel like I'm not gaining the muscle I want to. I think protein powder could be a huge help in my daily work out. Thanks Cassy!

[danielledolores]

I calculated my fitness number in two different ways.  I just started going to the gym regularly (3 days in a row with yesterday as my rest day).  So, I wasn't sure if my activity level would remain this consistent.
I got 49 (if I had a recreational activity level) and 79 (if I had a moderate activity level).
I took protein shakes a few times, but I don't remember how my body reacted to it.  I plan to start off with 49 and work my way up.