Protein Recommendations

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The amount of protein an individual should consume is more accurately based on a person’s typical physical routine. Below is a chart that shows a more accurate picture of what you should be consuming based on your physical activity level.

Recommended Protein Intake Protein (g/lb)

Recreational Activities (walking, biking, dancing, roller blading) 0.5 - 0.75

Endurance Sports (running, triathlon, distance cycling, cross country skiing) 0.5 – 0.6

High Intensity Sports (soccer, swimming, volleyball, basketball) 0.7

Power and Strength Sports (football, sprinting, wrestling, baseball, softball) 0.6 – 0.8

Source: Sports Nutrition: A Guide for the Professional Working with Active People, 3rd edition, edited by Christine Rosenbloom, PhD, RD, American Dietetic Association, 2000.