🏃 Endurance Athletes
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Parmesan for Endurance Athletes

35g protein per 100g · Complete

Strong pick

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.

The numbers

Per 100g
35g
420 kcal
Daily target (70kg)
~98g
protein per day
Per 2 tbsp grated
5g
63 kcal per serving
Servings/day to hit target
20×
~1260 kcal from this food

Why it works for endurance athletes

For endurance athletes, look for easy-digesting, lean protein that pairs with carbohydrate. Parmesan checks those boxes very dense — use as a topping.

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