Another benefit of short, intense cardio sessions is
they help preserve lean body mass, in contrast to steady - state cardio which does not.
For non-athletes and particularly older adults, eating around 0.8 g / kg per day has been shown to
help preserve lean body mass.
Not exact matches
Non-athletes and particularly older adults need at least 0.8 g / kg per day to
help preserve current levels of muscle (or «
lean body»)
mass.
Research has shown that reducing total energy intake and consuming 15 % to 25 % of calories from protein is beneficial for weight loss, with the higher end of that range
helping to
preserve lean body mass.
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed resistance training
helps to
preserve lean body mass during periods of calorie restriction.
It will also
help reduce muscle loss during a fast as it provides key amino acids that support muscle development and
preserve lean body mass.