Barbell Medicine Podcast

Episode #179: Eating for Performance with Alan Aragon

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Jun 1, 2022
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ANECDOTE

From Bro Magazines To Evidence-Based Research

  • Alan Aragon started in fitness from wanting to look better and reading bodybuilding magazines as a young adult.
  • He moved from personal training into research after a decade of coaching and critique on message boards.
ADVICE

Define Flexible Dieting Correctly

  • Define flexible dieting as a cognitive, non-all-or-nothing approach rather than mere counting macros.
  • Individualize rigidity versus flexibility based on preference, goal, and phase of training or dieting.
ADVICE

Start Protein Targets At 1.6 g/kg

  • Use 1.6 g/kg/day protein as a practical starting point for most people aiming for performance or body composition.
  • Adjust to 1.2–1.6 g/kg for general health and 1.6–2.2 g/kg for higher performance or intense training needs.
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