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☆ A sports medicine doctor shares 3 things she does to maintain muscle and stay active as she grows older
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( Kim Schewitz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementA doctor who specializes in active aging shared three things she does to stay healthy and mobile as she grows older. That's why Wright sees healthy musculoskeletal aging as "a lifelong pursuit." Learn how to lift weightsWright recommends strength training to build as much muscle as possible, particularly in the critical decade. Related storiesEat a high-protein diet and plenty of vitamin DEating a high-protein diet helps build muscle. Getty ImagesIn order to build muscle, you also have to make sure you eat enough protein, Wright said.

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☆ I hit my protein target without tracking food using my simple '4/5' rule. It has helped me maintain my 35-pound weight loss for 6 years and build muscle.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( Rachel Hosie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

BI fitness reporter Rachel Hosie uses her "4/5" rule to eat enough protein without tracking food. Some days my protein intake will be higher, some days lower, but it evens out. Related storiesAs someone who's always been interested in nutrition and has tracked my protein intake in the past, I know what foods are a good source of protein. AdvertisementFlexibility means sustainabilityLudlam-Raine said that eating protein throughout the day helps with satiety, muscle maintenance, and overall health. It's important to be adaptable and not to stress about protein intake fluctuating, Ludlam-Raine said.

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☆ The easy way to calculate how much protein you need, according to a nutrition coach for Olympians and CrossFitters
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-12 | by ( Rachel Hosie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Molloy said to consume 0.75 grams of protein per pound of body weight for optimal health. Related storiesA 2022 study supports this, finding that 0.7 grams per pound of body weight was optimal for strength gains. AdvertisementHowever, a person with a lot of weight to lose should calculate their protein intake based on their goal weight not their current weight, he said. Gradually add more protein to breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacksIf you want to increase your protein intake, Molloy advises looking at each of your meals in turn. "Once you've got those three meals sorted, you can start to look at other snacks throughout the day to try to increase your protein intake," Molloy said.

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☆ Stop driving yourself crazy trying to be ripped, fit, and healthy. A nutrition coach to Olympians and CrossFitters shares how he strikes the right balance.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Rachel Hosie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Switching focus periodically"There's an amount of training that's going to help you get strong. There's an amount of training that's going to help you to lean out (with nutrition and everything too). And then there's an amount that's going to help you to perform at the highest levels of human performance," Molloy, who works with Olympians and professional CrossFit athletes, said. Molloy said many elite athletes essentially trade long-term health for elite performance, experiences, and, in some sports, "a boatload of money."

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☆ An elite nutrition coach for Olympians and CrossFitters shares 3 simple things he prioritizes to boost his longevity
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( Rachel Hosie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. Go to newsletter preferencesSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read previewMike Molloy is a nutrition coach to elite athletes and regular folk alike. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Having strong social connections is well-established as an important factor in longevity, and if your friends and family also encourage you to live a healthy life, all the better.

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☆ A 71-year-old champion sprinter didn't start until she was 57. She shared 4 tips for getting fit at any age.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-18 | by ( Serafina Kenny | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Hanna, based in Washington State, told Business Insider that when she got the "god-inspired" urge to start sprinting, she turned to her husband for help. By 2011, Hanna was fast enough to compete in the Washington State Senior Games, a sports competition for people over 50. The next year, she competed at the National Senior Games, which she has done three more times since. Hanna and her coach, Marcus Chambers, after she won gold at the 2024 Senior Games. Hanna won gold in the four by 100 metres with her relay team at this year's National Senior Games.

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☆ I tried Nestlé's new weight-loss meals, and felt full for hours — but nutritionists have mixed reviews
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-18 | by ( Hilary Brueck | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Vital PursuitThe meals cost less than $5 and are available at retailers including Target and Walmart, starting Wednesday, according to the company. These small meals, branded as protein-rich, are designed to help GLP-1 users lose more fat, and less muscle. "We want to be a brand for those 82% of Americans who are managing their weight," Stoehr told Business Insider, referencing a Morgan Stanley report. "These meals seem like a decent option... but not a great one," Malloy wrote in an email to Business Insider.

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☆ I want to lose fat, build muscle, and get stronger. A nutritionist said to eat more carbs.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-27 | by ( Rachel Hosie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

He told Business Insider that his goals are to lose fat, build muscle, and get stronger. Derek said he works out six days a week, doing four strength training sessions and two HIIT workouts. AdvertisementMolloy said Derek isn't eating enough carbs overall, which isn't ideal because he needs energy for his high-intensity workouts and strength training. "Increasing carbohydrate intake could enhance workout performance and recovery," Molloy said. "Lastly, I would just emphasize to Derek the importance of introducing phases into his training," Molloy said.

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