A NEW study from the University of Stirling challenges convention by suggesting athletes with more muscle mass do not need more protein after resistance exercise than those with a slighter build.
Protein aids repair of muscle fibres – but the buff and bulky don’t need more of it
Kevin Tipton, professor of sport, health and exercise science in the Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport, found no difference in the muscle growth response to protein between larger and smaller participants after a full-body workout.