Originally Posted by Kieron

I've read reports to state the opposite. Natural lifters consuming more protein made better gains than those on the RDA or 1.5g per lb.



I think we have been here before! I think you need to consume more protein when off cycle to retain the muscle. BB is not about cycles and trying hard during those only.

What I think has been totally overlooked though is the fact that the original OP has not mentioned anything about his training apart from how many days. You could consume all the protein you want but if those 3 days per week of weights are half arsed then it isn't going to get you anywhere.