Making Shift Happen

217. Can Protein Supplements Prevent Muscle Loss in Recovery?

Jun 12, 2025 | Podcast | 0 comments

Jen is wearing a white tank top with her brown hair pulled back into a ponytail while drinking a purple-colored protein shake out of a clear bottle in her kitchen. The title of the episode is in sky blue font on a white background.

Today, I’m talking about protein supplements, amino acids, surgery, and recovering from injury.🤕🩼

If you’ve ever wondered whether a scoop of whey or a few grams of essential aminos in a protein supplement could help someone recover faster from hip or knee replacement surgery (and maybe even just injury or reduced training), then you’re in for a treat.

I’m breaking down the latest 2025 meta-analysis that’s all about this. Grab your shaker bottle—and let’s make shift happen!

To learn more about nutrition tips for cyclists, check out these episodes:

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