Danny James
I coach and write about sustainable health and fitness. Here, I share data you can put into action. Building the best collection of fitness sticky notes you'll ever see.
BCAA supplementation alone is less effective than whole protein sources for stimulating MPS. Leucine is the primary driver of MPS, with a threshold of 2-3g needed to maximise the response.
Benefits of BCAA Supplementation for Muscular Strength and Size: Are There Any?
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Muscle power is an important factor in reducing mortality risk for older adults, regardless of BMI, waist circumference, or body fat percentage.
Maintaining muscle power can provide survival benefits even for older adults with obesity, except when obesity is defined by fat index.
The 'Fat But Powerful' Paradox