How to increase protein synthesis? Arnold Schwarzenegger can help you with that!

Have you ever wondered how much protein you can and should eat in a day? Luckily, Arnold Schwarzenegger gave you the answer in his recent Arnold's Pump Club newsletter. Schwarzenegger debunked the myth that the body can only digest 20 grams of protein per day, and instead proved that consuming 100 grams of protein can be more beneficial to the body.

With Arnold Schwarzenegger being one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time, his knowledge regarding diet and exercise is in high demand. The seven-time Mr. Olympia winner has managed to maintain a flawless physique even at the age of 76.

Schwarzenegger exercises at least 45 minutes every day thanks to his "rest, rust" philosophy. His addiction to exercise forces him to ride his bike and lift weights to keep himself healthy and fit. His 70% plant-based diet is also a great way for Schwarzenegger to keep his cholesterol in check, although he admits he can't resist a juicy steak from time to time.

Arnold explains how eating more protein is important for building muscle mass. Schwarzenegger, who has an almost endless amount of advice, has compiled all his tips and tricks into a weekly newsletter, Arnold's Pump Club, where he discusses various health and fitness topics, including protein intake.

"Have you heard that your body can only digest 20 grams of protein? This claim, which has long been disputed, is becoming harder and harder to defend. A new study has found that your muscles can use a seemingly 'unlimited' amount of protein after a workout. Researchers challenged the 20-gram rule by having people complete a workout and then giving them no protein, 25 grams of protein, or 100 grams of protein.

Taking in 100 grams of protein increases protein synthesis (the ability to use protein) more than taking in 25 grams. This study is another example - and the strongest yet - of your body's ability to digest and use more protein, especially after a workout. And it suggests that how many meals you eat probably doesn't matter much.

On the contrary, eating enough protein is the most important thing for achieving your goals. However, you don't necessarily need to spread it evenly across many meals. It's your choice whether to have a larger or smaller portion of a meal.

However, we don't yet know what this means for long-term muscle growth or how your body will respond to different types of protein. The study used milk protein, which is slower to digest. However, if you want to eat more protein - especially after a workout - you can be sure your body will put that protein to good use. And if you're concerned, remember: research suggests that a high-protein diet doesn't cause kidney problems."

Source: fitnessvolt.com