Dietary Protein..it’s one of the most important topics when it comes to aesthetics, and more importantly, making some added improvements to it. However, there can be some myths and misconceptions surrounding it. 

In today's episode, Julian sits down with Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists and Nutritionist, Danny Matranga, as they sift through some of the myths and misconceptions surrounding dietary protein intake and tips for preserving muscle mass, and maintaining athletic/ strength qualities during this pandemic.

TALKING POINTS:

Myths:

• More Protein= More Muscle
• Post workout is where protein ingestion should be prioritized
• Timing doesn’t matter
• Plant protein is equal to animal protein
• BCAA’s are the best intra-workout supplement 
• Excess protein turns to fat
• High-protein diets are bad for you, especially your kidneys
• Why is it important to get enough protein in our diets?
• How much do we need? 
  • What about women? Are there any tips for those struggling to get enough dietary protein within their nutrition plans? 
  • What about high-level athletes? Is there a difference in how much they should be ingesting?
• Valuable tips for maintaining muscle mass and athletic/ strength qualities during the pandemic. 
• Lightening Round Questions:
  • What are some things you wished you had known when you first started out in this profession?
  • What are you currently most curious about right now in the health/wellness/fitness industry?
  • What is something you failed at as a health/wellness professional, but learned from it?
  • Is there anything I should’ve asked, but didn’t?

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Danny Matranga
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Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dynamic-dialogue-with-danny-matranga/id1502403282

Julian Lo Casto
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