Protein

The importance of protein for athletes

To maximize your sporting performance, it's important to choose the foods you eat before, during and after training. Whether you're involved in strength training or endurance events, protein plays an essential role in your success, which is why it's vital to include it in your daily diet.

A lack of protein can have various consequences on the body, including disruption of the hormonal system, poor digestion, greater vulnerability to infection and weakening of the body's structure.

While for a sedentary person, protein requirements are estimated at 0.8 grams per kilo of body weight, this figure can rise to 1.6 or even 2.2 grams per kilo for athletes looking to build muscle.

When should I take protein?

In order to reap the full benefits of protein on a daily basis, the question arises as to the best time to consume it. Depending on your objectives, it may be appropriate to adapt the time of day.

• Bodybuilding: After exercise, protein intake is crucial for muscle growth and recovery.
• Endurance: Before and during exercise, protein intake maintains your energy and reduces fatigue.

Whatever your sporting performance goals, DECATHLON Suisse is on hand to help you achieve them. We offer you a complete range of products specially designed to meet your protein needs, whether you're aiming for muscle development, recovery or energy during endurance events.

How can you incorporate protein into your daily routine?

Proteins are found in a wide range of foods that we can include in our meals: chickpeas, soya, eggs, cereals, seeds, dairy products, meats... We would like to point out that it is perfectly possible to adopt a protein-rich diet, even if you don't eat meat.

In addition to the protein-rich foods listed above, we recommend that athletes consume protein powder. In shaker form or in recipes, it enables you to easily increase your daily protein intake, so you can reach your goals. At DECATHLON, you'll also find protein bars and other practical snacks to integrate into your sports routine. For the shakers As with the bars, a variety of flavours are available, including vegan options.