Easy answer: It depends on your goal โ but both chicken and fish are excellent protein sources for muscle building and fat loss.
๐ Chicken (especially breast)
Pros:
- High protein (~30g per 100g)
- Lower fat (if skinless)
- Great for calorie deficit
- Usually cheaper & easy to meal prep
Best for:
- Lean muscle building
- Fat loss phase
- High-protein meal prep
๐ Fish
There are two main types:
๐ White fish (cod, tilapia, dory)
- Very lean
- High protein
- Very low fat
- Great for calorie deficit
๐ Fatty fish (salmon, mackerel)
- High in protein
- Rich in omega-3 fats
- Better for recovery, inflammation, heart health
Omega-3 helps joint recovery โ useful if youโre doing push-up progressions and upper body training frequently.