An endurance athlete who weighs 132 pounds should consume at least how many g of protein daily?

a) 48

b) 60

c) 72

d) 130


Answer is b) 60 (Endurance athletes like runners according to the ISSN need 1.0 to 1.6 grams per kilogram a day or .45 to .72 grams per pound. 132x0.45=59.4 grams)

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