Do you actually need more protein... or is it just another fitness trend?
Protein seems to be everywhere.
High-protein yoghurts.
High-protein cereals.
Protein coffee.
Protein snacks.
But despite all the marketing, most people still don't know what protein actually does—or how much they really need.
In this episode of The Fundamentals of Fitness, Alison Berrisford separates science from social media and explains why protein is about so much more than building muscle.
You'll discover:
- What protein actually is
- Why every cell in your body depends on it
- How much protein you really need
- Why protein becomes even more important as we age
- Whether you can get enough protein on a vegan diet
- Simple ways to increase your protein intake without overcomplicating your life
Featuring Science Simplified, Research Spotlight, Coach's Corner, From the Pit Wall, and This Week's Challenge, this episode will help you understand one of the most misunderstood nutrients in nutrition.
Because protein isn't just for bodybuilders.
It's for everybody.
THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE
Tomorrow, before each meal, ask yourself:
"Where's my protein?"
Don't worry about perfection.
Simply notice whether each meal contains a good source of protein, and if it doesn't, think about one small addition you could make.
CONNECT WITH ALISON
For no-nonsense fitness, training, and mindset support, you can find me here:
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DISCLAIMER
The information shared on The Fundamentals of Fitness podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your training, nutrition, or health routines.
References
American College of Sports Medicine (2022) ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription. 11th edn. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer.
Jäger, R. et al. (2017) ‘International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Stand: Protein and Exercise’, Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 14(20).
Morton, R.W. et al. (2018) ‘A systematic review, meta-analysis and meta-regression of the effect of protein supplementation on resistance training-induced gains in muscle mass and strength in healthy adults’, British Journal of Sports Medicine, 52(6), pp. 376–384.
Phillips, S.M. and Van Loon, L.J.C. (2011) ‘Dietary protein for athletes: From requirements to optimum adaptation’, Journal of Sports Sciences, 29(S1), pp. S29–S38.
Wolfe, R.R. (2017) ‘Branched-chain amino acids and muscle protein synthesis in humans: Myth or reality?’, Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 14(30).
