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A systematic review of dietary protein during caloric restriction in resistance trained lean athletes: a case for higher intakes

Hector AJ, Phillips SM · 2014 · International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism

REZA evidence rating B: Reasonable confidence

Methodology

Systematic review

Population

Resistance-trained lean athletes during caloric restriction

Intervention

Various protein intakes during caloric restriction with RT

Findings

Trained, lean athletes need higher protein intakes (2.3-3.1 g/kg FFM/day) than general recommendations during caloric restriction to preserve lean mass; protein quality and distribution also matter.

Outcome measures

Lean mass preservation

Limitations

Limited studies in trained athletes; heterogeneity; varying deficit magnitudes.

Original source

DOI: 10.1123/ijsnem.2014-0054 · PMID: 24092765

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