The Gymnast Care Podcast

How Much Protein Does My Young Athlete Need?

08.04.2019 - By Dr. Joshua EldridgePlay

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What a big question, and there is so much crazy info about protein.

So how much protein does my young athlete need? Here's the breakdown:

As parents, we're bombarded with messages about how much protein athletes need to build muscle, perform at a high level.

Here's the deal, it doesn't work that way.

Out of Protein, Carbs, and Fat, Protein is the smallest amount we need by percentage.

Really? You bet! Let's get into some of the specifics for your young athlete so they get exactly what they need!

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