If you are doing any resistance training (which includes weightlifting, band exercises and some forms of yoga and Pilates.)
So Resistance training, along with the right amount, type, and the timing of protein intake can help muscles grow bigger and stronger.
The most efficient form of exercise is what is known as high intensity interval exercise that combines resistance and aerobic exercise over a 30 to 45 minute time period.
The proper form of exercise and proper nutrition are both important in feeding the muscle. Any exercisethat stretches a muscle will help to build that muscle.
Consuming protein, along with carbohydrate and proper hydration increases muscle mass. Muscle growth occurs more effectively when protein is consumed during an exercise recovery period (within one hour after completing resistance exercise, rather than before or during resistance exercise) Many studies show that resistance exercise sensitizes muscle to growth, promoting activities of amino acids in the bloodstream derived from proteins in the diet
Protein feeding alone increases amino acids in the bloodstream and leads to some protein building in the muscle. When you eat protein, the amount of protein, and the protein quality all affect how much your muscle grows.
Studies have shown that 20 grams or more of protein at the meal will stimulate maximum protein.
The quality of the protein is also important and reflects the mix of amino acids found in the protein and their digestibility. Egg white, milk protein, and soy protein are the highest quality proteins followed by other animal proteins from beef, poultry, fish and seafood.
Soy is the highest quality plant protein source. Plant proteins other than soy have less optimal mixes of protein.
Choosing high-quality proteins and combining protein intake resistance exercise will help you build muscle mass and strength.