Protein
Protein: definition
A macronutrient essential for muscle repair and growth. Made up of amino acids. For active individuals, aim for 1.6-2.2g per kilogram of bodyweight per day. Found in meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and legumes.
What Protein means in practice
A macronutrient essential for muscle repair and growth. Made up of amino acids. For active individuals, aim for 1.6-2.2g per kilogram of bodyweight per day. Found in meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and legumes.
Use the definition as a starting point, then connect it to your programme, exercise selection, nutrition targets, or progress data.
Protein: quick questions
What does Protein mean?
A macronutrient essential for muscle repair and growth. Made up of amino acids. For active individuals, aim for 1.6-2.2g per kilogram of bodyweight per day. Found in meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and legumes.
Why does Protein matter in fitness?
Understanding Protein makes it easier to follow programmes, interpret coaching instructions, and make informed training or nutrition decisions.
Where can I learn more about Protein?
Continue with the related concepts Macros, Recomp or browse the PT Tracker exercise, programme, and calculator libraries.
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