Best Protein Foods for Endurance Athletes

Runners, cyclists, and swimmers need protein to repair tissue and preserve lean mass across long sessions. Aim for 1.2–1.6g per kg with easy-digesting sources.

Top 20 picks

1. 1🥤Whey protein isolate90g/100g
2. 2🌱Soy protein isolate90g/100g
3. 3🥤Collagen peptides90g/100g
4. 4🥛Casein protein80g/100g
5. 5🌱Pea protein isolate80g/100g
6. 6🥤Whey protein concentrate80g/100g
7. 7🌾Brown rice protein80g/100g
8. 8🥚Egg white protein powder80g/100g
9. 9🦗Crickets (dried)65g/100g
10. 10🦗Grasshoppers (dried)60g/100g
11. 11🌿Chlorella (dried)58g/100g
12. 12🌿Spirulina (dried)57g/100g
13. 13🪱Mealworms (dried)53g/100g
14. 14🥩South African Biltong50g/100g
15. 15🌿Hemp protein powder50g/100g
16. 16🌊Nori (dried seaweed)41g/100g
17. 17🐜Ants (toasted)40g/100g
18. 18🐜Termites (roasted)36g/100g
19. 19🧀Parmesan35g/100g
20. 20🥩Beef jerky33g/100g