EPISODE · Jan 14, 2026 · 6 MIN
Are You Getting Enough Protein?
from The Pain and Performance Podcast · host Derrick Hines
In this mini episode, Dr. Derrick Hines breaks down a key study that reveals a simple, powerful leverage point for your fitness goals: protein intake.This episode explores how a precise increase in daily protein can dramatically amplify the results of your resistance training. Dr. Hines translates the science into actionable advice, explaining how middle-aged adults in the study gained 27% more muscle mass and 10% more strength from one dietary change, and why this is critical for long-term health and aging.Topics Covered:-- The study linking higher protein intake to significantly greater muscle and strength gains-- The optimal protein target for maximizing training results (grams per pound of body weight)-- Why your body needs the "raw materials" to build muscle, no matter how well you train-- Practical strategies to hit your daily protein goal, from whole foods to supplements-- How to easily track and prioritize protein without counting every calorie🎧 Tune in to learn how to ensure your hard work in the gym pays off with faster, deeper results by optimizing this one essential nutrient.LINKSTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@drderrickInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/derrickbhines/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@DrDerrick
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In this mini episode, Dr. Derrick Hines breaks down a key study that reveals a simple, powerful leverage point for your fitness goals: protein intake. This episode explores how a precise increase in daily protein can dramatically amplify the results of your resistance training. Dr. Hines translates the science into actionable advice, explaining how middle-aged adults in the study gained 27% more muscle mass and 10% more strength from one dietary change, and why this is critical for long-term...
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