In this episode, we look at protein’s role in exercise: why we need it, how much we need, and what kinds we should be consuming. The hosts discuss their own personal protein strategies in the Application Time segment. Featuring special guest Jennifer Fields, PhD.
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Link to the Exercise Science subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/exercisescience/
Dr. Fields' Twitter: https://twitter.com/jenfields521?lang=en
Dr. Fields' email: jfields2@springfieldcollege.edu
Papers discussed:
Krull MR, Howell CR, Partin RE, Lanctot J, Phipps S, Klosky JL, Carney G, Mulrooney DA, Robison LL, Hudson MM, Ness KK. Protein supplementation and resistance training in childhood cancer survivors. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 2020;52(10):2069-2077.
Schoenfeld BJ, Aragon AA. How much protein can the body use in a single meal for muscle-building? Implications for daily protein distribution. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 2018;15(10):1-6.
Valenzuela PL, Montalvo Z, Mata F, Gonzalez M, Larumbe-Zabala E, Naclerio F. Effects of beef protein supplementation in male elite triathletes: A randomized, controlled, double-blind, cross-over study. Journal of the American College of Nutrition, 2021;40(1):53-60.