How To Calculate Your Daily Protein Target (In Grams)
22 Oct 2026 · 0 min
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In this instructional segment, Mark Ottobre explains how to determine an optimal daily protein intake for body composition goals. He recommends setting protein consumption at approximately 2.2 to 2.5 grams per kilogram of body weight. He emphasizes establishing the protein target before other macronutrients and provides a concrete example: for a 73 kg individual, the calculation yields a range of roughly 160 g (2.2 × 73) to 180 g (2.5 × 73) of protein per day.
