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Aug 2022
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Ep. 24 // How Much Protein You Need to L...

Tony and Marianna
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This. One. HITS. What was initially planned to be a shorter episode - turned closer to an hour… Tony and Marianna break down exactly how much protein you need to be eating to optimize your goals, how to structure your day to hit that goal, and cover multiple studies to the unexpected (and positive) health benefits you get from a higher protein intake. Learn how to get stronger, leaner, smarter (really? - yes), and live longer. 


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