Protein is very important for an athlete, because protein is necessary for rebuilding the body's tissues. Protein also produces enzymes, hormones, regulates body processes such as transporting nutrients to part of the body, and making the muscles contract. Another important thing that protein does for an athlete is that it prevents one from being easily fatigued by producing more stamina and energy as one burns out.
Protein helps optimized the storage of glycogen. Protein is not an ideal source for fuel, but can be used in a diet that lacks sufficient carbohydrate. This can be detrimental though, because if the protein you consume is used as fuel then not enough protein will be left to repair and rebuild body tissues.
The average adult needs 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram (2.2lbs) of body weight per day. While the average adolescent needs 0.9 grams of protein per kilogram (2.2lbs). Strength athletes need 1.4 to 1.8 grams of protein per kilogram (2.2lbs). Endurance athletes need 1.2 to 1.4 grams of protein per kilogram (2.2lbs).
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I thought that enzymes are proteins.
ReplyDeleteHow does protein produce more stamina and energy?
Are you going to have a post for each supporting point? Because you are going to have a lot of posts.