I mix Hammer Whey into natural peanut butter. It stabilizes the oil in the peanut butter and makes for a more protein-rich snack or sandwich food. I use unflavored Hammer Whey and it goes down easy.
- Thanks to Hammer client, Chris M. for this hot tip.
How much protein do endurance athletes need?
| Weight | Off-season and/or light workouts* | In-season and/or long workouts* |
| 100-110 lbs (approx.45-50 kg) 120-130 lbs (approx. 54-59 kg) 140-150 lbs (approx. 63-68 kg) 160-170 lbs (approx. 72-77 kg) 180-190 lbs (approx. 81-86 kg) 200-210 lbs (approx. 91-95 kg) 220-230 lbs (approx. 100-104 kg) 240-250 lbs (approx. 109-113 kg) |
64-70g 76-83g 89-95g 102-108g 115-121g 127-134g 140-146g 153-159g |
77-85g 93-100g 108-116g 124-131g 139-147g 155-162g 170-178g 185-193g |
*All measurements are shown in grams needed per day
Numerous studies have demonstrated that endurance athletes in heavy training need more protein than recreational athletes do. This chart gives you a good reference as to how much protein you should consider consuming daily from all sources. More information can be found in the Knowledge section of our website
