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Total Daily Protein0.82 g/lb
135grams/day
For 165 lb body weight
Clinical Responsibility Note: This calculation provides statistical estimations for informational and educational purposes only. It is not an individualized medical diagnosis or clinical prescription.
Mathematical Formula & Scientific Methodology
Formula: Customary Relative Protein Equation
Protein (g) = Weight (lb) × Rate (g/lb)Traditional North American resistance training benchmark (1.0 g/lb is equivalent to ~2.2 g/kg).
Model Assumptions
- Healthy adult athletes
Variables & Standard Units
| Symbol | Physiological Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Rate | Grams of protein per pound of body weight | dimensionless |
Scientific Limitations
- 0.82 g/lb is considered by modern meta-analyses as the threshold beyond which no further muscle growth benefit is observed
Peer-Reviewed Scientific Citations
A reanalysis of the factors influencing basal metabolic rate in normal adults: importance of fat-free mass (1980)
Cunningham JJ (1980) — The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 33(11), 2372-2374
Key Finding: Demonstrated that lean body mass accounts for nearly all variance in basal metabolic rate between sexes and ages.
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