Kelsey HigginsonSports Nutrition Coach and Founder at Clutch Day Coaching

Is protein powder okay for athletes.

23 Oct 2025 · 1 min

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In this concise YouTube monologue, the speaker affirms that protein powder is acceptable for athletes but cautions that many high‑school gym‑goers overestimate how much protein they need, even more than elite bodybuilders like Chris Bumstead. He provides a concrete recommendation of about 0.82 grams of protein per pound of body weight to support muscle growth and retention. The speaker stresses that protein is only one component of a well‑rounded diet, insisting that athletes also need adequate carbohydrates and fats to perform optimally, feel their best, and maintain long‑term health.

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Is it okay for athletes to use protein powder? Yes, guys. However, I see a lot of high school athletes going to the gym, kind of like a gym bro, and they think that they need more protein than Mr. Chris Bumstead. And that is just not true. Protein is amazing and important piece of the puzzle. You need about 0.82 grams of protein per pound of body weight for you to see success in muscle growth and muscle retention. However, it's only one piece of the puzzle. You need carbs, you need fats, you need protein. All of those pieces of the puzzle is what is going to help you perform at your best, feel your best, and stay really healthy as an athlete.