Protein is an important nutrient that helps build and repair muscles in our body. Even though protein is required by everyone, it’s more crucial for bodybuilders and athletes that are engaged in heavy physical activities. Here’s why.
When you exercise, your muscles tend to expand and therefore minor tissues in the muscles may break when you work out. This is the reason why we feel body pain after exercise. Our broken muscles need repair, which can be achieved through proper and adequate consumption of protein. Also, protein helps the body build new, large muscles while repairing the damaged fibres.
As the basic building block of muscles, protein or amino acids are responsible for repairing damaged muscle tissues and building new ones.
An average sedentary (not active) person needs about 0.8 grams of protein per kg of body weight. However, an active person like a bodybuilder or athlete will need about 1.5 to 2 times that amount in order to meet his muscle-building goals. When you consume more protein than your body can break, your muscles will start growing.
In my opinion, the best and safest way to get your protein is by using a good quality plant-based protein powder. For vegans, I recommend Raw Nutritional Vegan Pro, which is a plant-based, organic, and gluten-free protein powder with absolutely fantastic taste. Do try it!