Research
Macro partitioning
High protein intake, specifically rich in leucine, mitigates muscle loss and anabolic resistance during periods of reduced physical activity.
Eat 0.4 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight every 4 hours. Ensure these sources are rich in leucine (e.g., whey, meat, eggs) to maximize muscle protein synthesis and prevent muscle loss during inactivity.
ModerateSupportsMEDIUM confidence
It is therefore suggested that athletes maintain a high protein diet rich in leucine, consuming approximately 0.4 g · kg -1 body of protein regularly (every 4 hours) throughout the day [117].
Why this rating
Based on general adult studies, extrapolated to athletes.
Source
Returning to Play after Prolonged Training Restrictions in ProfessionalCollision Sports
Keith Stokes et al. · International Journal of Sports Medicine · 2020
DOI 10.1055/a-1180-3692
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