Target epitomizes convenience. It's a one-stop shop for clothes, groceries, and all matter of small home appliances. So why use it to re-up on protein powder? While it's not considered the healthiest grocery store or a bonafide health food store, the variety of Target protein powder brands is extensive.
After all, it has an entire section dedicated to supplements. If you're shopping for cheap protein staples (e.g. best greek yogurt, canned chicken, and eggs), be sure to snag some whey or vegan protein powder.
In this article, I’ve rounded up eight of the best Target protein powders you can try now.
Best Target Protein Powders
1. Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder
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Optimum Nutrition was one of the first big-name protein brands—and it's still an excellent value. Its Gold Standard protein has been fueling muscle recovery for nearly 40 years and is trusted by many pros. Its powder contains a protein mix of whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, and hydrolyzed whey protein, giving users a whopping 24 grams of protein per serving. Choose between flavors like Vanilla Ice Cream and Double Rich Chocolate for a straightforward protein shake post-workout.
2. GHOST Whey Protein Powder
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Regarding flavor, it's hard not to feel like Ghost changed the game of whey protein powders. The second its innovative flavor collabs with brands like Oreo and Chips Ahoy! hit store shelves, people couldn't get enough. A few years ago its whey proteins could only be found in supplement stores like Vitamin Shoppe and GNC, but now you can snag your very own tub at Target. With top-selling flavors like Nutter Butter and Oreo containing 25 grams of protein per serving, we couldn't resist adding this fan-favorite to our list.
3. Isopure Zero Carb 100% Whey Protein Isolate
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Much like Optimum Nutrition, anyone who's been a fitness enthusiast for the better part of 30 years has heard of Isopure. Since its inception in the mid-80s, the brand has been one of the leaders in making proteins with fairly basic ingredients. Its unflavored Isopure Zero Carb 100% Whey Protein Isolate contains just two ingredients—whey protein isolate and soy lecithin.
4. Orgain Organic Protein + Superfoods Vegan Plant Based Powder
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If you have a dairy allergy or are lactose intolerant, it's challenging to find decent plant-based protein powders in big box stores. Luckily, Target has options like Orgain's Organic Protein + Superfoods Vegan Plant Based Powder. Its product is free of soy, gluten, artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, and preservatives. Plus, the protein blend is made up of organic peas, brown rice, and chia seeds that provide you with all nine essential amino acids.
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5. Up&Up Whey Protein Powder
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In case you haven't heard, Target's Up&Up brand makes its very own whey protein powder. The brand's chocolate flavor contains 25 grams of protein per serving and is made with a mix of whey protein concentrate and whey protein isolate, with cocoa powder for flavor.
6. Ka'Chava All-In-One Nutrition Shake
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If you want a protein shake that's packed with nutrients and protein without all the added preservatives and artificial flavors look no further than Ka'Chava All-In-One Nutrition Shake. Each bag contains more than 85 superfoods, nutrients, plant-based ingredients, and 26 essential vitamins and minerals. Just one serving has 25 grams of clean plant-based protein free of artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners.
7. Dymatize 100% Whey Isolate Protein Powder
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Dymatize's 100% Whey Isolate Protein Powder is another fan favorite for those looking for a classic protein option. The brand is known for making super smooth proteins with delicious flavors like Chocolate Peanut Butter, Fruity Pebbles, Cookies & Cream, and more. Each serving has 25 grams of fast-absorbing protein with one gram or less of sugar.
8. Alani Nu Nutrition Whey Protein Powder
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Alani Nu's protein is made up of pretty simple ingredients including whey protein isolate, whey protein hydrolysate, salt, natural flavors, and more. The fruity cereal flavor only contains 110 calories (perfect for a cut) and 23 grams of protein.
Does Target Sell Protein Powder?
Yes, Target sells an array of protein powder options both in stores and online. While every store will carry different products, you can count on finding a lot of big names like Ghost, Muscle Milk, Orgain, Isopure, and more. They also have smaller brands you might not see in other stores if you're in the market for something new.
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