Protein is not a significant energy source but is needed for muscle maintenance, growth, and repair. What is the recommended amount of protein in an athlete? 0. 8-1.0 g/kg body weight 1. 0-1.2 g/kg body weight 2. 2-2.0 g/kg body weight
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Examples of daily protein recommendations for athletes in training (1.2 to 2.0 g/kg/day depending on training and body composition goals). Recreational athlete: An inactive person who now engages in recreational activity may increase protein intake from 10 g/kg/day. Middle distance runner: To reflect an increase in volume and intensity of training, protein intake may increase to 12-15 g/kg/day. Athlete in the active muscle-building phase: In conjunction with an appropriate resistance training program, increase protein intake to support an increase in skeletal muscle mass. Athlete returning to the muscle-maintenance phase: After an increase in skeletal muscle mass, protein intake should be about 1.5 g/kg/day for muscle maintenance. Ultra-endurance athlete: Adjust protein intake to reflect rest and high volume endurance training phases.
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