Ok, I just went to the store and bought two 15 oz protien drinks. Each containing 18g of Protein. My question is, when do I drink these? Currently, I am going to school from 7:00 am to 2:30 pm. Then I go to work from 3:00pm to 6:00pm every Wed. and Fri. Then I go run my daily 3 mile run at the local wetlands. Then I go home and eat dinner. (it usually takes me about 25 to 30 min. to do the run) After that, homework, then bed. I am currently trying to dedicate some time to lifting weights. I hear you should do it about 3 to 4 times a week. Also, my diet is starting to drastically change, because of the starting of lifting weights, and open gym for basketball is starting.

My goals are as follows:

I am male weighing in at 170 lbs and am 6 feet tall.
I am pretty skinny most of the fat is in my belly and I have a smidget of Man Boobitest.

Next, I want to turn all of that last remaing fat into muscle. I will do this by weights and to keep on running.

I would like to possibly stay the same weight, or maybe gain about 5 pounds, but I dont want it to be fat, muscle, and since muscle weighs more than fat, I am sure this can be accomplished.

Now, back to the main reason for the post. When and how many protein drinks should I drink a day. Also, are there any other nutrients to focus on. I know i will want to consume lots of cabs because i will be needing them in my excersises. I will probably want to stay low on the fat because that is waht i am trying to lose, right? Also, last thing, are nuts a good snack?

Thank you, I know its long, but i have saved these questions for one post, thanks in advance..