Today we are capping off my series on protein by going into your questions surrounding protein and your training. We're going to dive into what the research says and some of the best practices you can implement when it comes to your protein intake around your training. If You Want to Improve Your Protein Game, You Should: Understand your total daily protein intake Work to distribute that protein intake across all of your meals Ensure you are getting high-quality protein Consider specific timing when it comes to your protein and your training Putting Knowledge Into Action Feeling strong is a catalyst for expansion in all areas of your life. In order to feel strong, you need to make sure that you are getting enough high-quality protein, spreading it throughout the day, and understanding how it is working with your training to get you the results you are looking for. Protein is essential to moving from muscle breakdown to muscle synthesis, so you must have the knowledge, guidance, and practical skills to implement this information into your routine. It's Up To You It doesn't matter if you consider yourself a recreational exerciser or an elite athlete; protein is really important for your training, recovery, and overall health and longevity. This is especially true for active women over 40, as we need to create and implement new habits that will support our body's needs as it changes. Nobody is going to come out of the shadows and start feeding you the right things. But it doesn't have to be scary. You must find a way to set aside time to make the big changes. By starting with just one meal a day and working your way up from there, you can make sure you are getting the high-quality protein that you need, spread out throughout the day and consumed in a way that will support your training and goals. Are you ready to improve your protein intake in a way that will deliver you undeniable results? Share your thoughts about protein with me in the comments on the episode page. In This Episode Why your protein intake timing around training is the final pillar of the protein puzzle (6:02) Understanding the protein window you need for your training (8:59) What you need to know about protein intake, especially at breakfast (14:40) Everything you need to know about the four pillars of protein intake series (19:07) Tips for implementing your protein knowledge and getting better results (21:54) Quotes “We can't keep doing the things we were doing when we were in our 20s. We need a different approach. And we have to understand what that approach is based on our changing physiology in our 40s and as we go through life.” (5:04) “You feel so much better when you have a small snack on board if you are training first thing in the morning.” (12:22) “You need to stop the process of muscle protein breakdown, and you need to get the process of muscle protein synthesis going! For repair and recovery and building and all of those wonderful things.” (14:31) “Once we are over 40, time becomes more and more of the essence when we are talking about building muscle and adding strength and quality life and our energy levels; this stuff ramps up in terms of its importance.” (20:59) “You've got to start with one meal, dial that in first, then go to the other meals in the day. Because if you are just trying to be perfect at everything all at once, it is not going to work.” (25:45) Featured on the Show Apply for Strength Nutrition Unlocked Here Find the full show notes here Follow Steph on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest I'd really love it if you would take 1 min and leave us a rating and review on iTunes! Podcast production & marketing support by the team at Counterweight Creative Support the Podcast Get 20% off Legion Supplements with code STEPH Get 10% off GORUCK with code FYS10 Follow Steph on Instagram Rate and review on Apple Podcasts Related Episodes FYS 376: Peri-Meno