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Daily-Protein Calculator
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Daily-Protein Calculator

Your daily protein target by body weight, training goal, and activity level — based on Phillips et al meta-analyses.

Daily protein target

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Notes on the recommendations

Bulk goal: 1.0g/lb (2.2g/kg) per Phillips et al meta-analyses

Cut goal: 1.1g/lb (2.4g/kg) — higher relative protein preserves muscle during caloric deficit

Senior (50+): 1.0g/lb minimum — anabolic resistance means older adults need more protein per kg

GLP-1 users: Higher protein critical for preserving muscle during rapid weight loss. See the longevity stack →

Pair with creatine (5g/day) and resistance training for muscle preservation. Best creatine

Client-side · Numbers reflect typical mid-range pricing · Methodology in notes above