Protein and Sportix Max+ -- How to Get the Most Out of Every Workout

Protein is one of the most important building blocks in the body -- from muscles and enzymes to hormones and immune cells. For active athletes, adequate protein intake is the foundation for strength, recovery, and lean muscle mass, and the right combination with products like Sportix Max+ can elevate your results in an intelligent and natural way.

Why Protein Is So Important for Athletes

Protein is broken down into amino acids, which the body uses for:

• Building and repairing muscles -- the primary function for every athlete.
• Producing enzymes and hormones -- essential for metabolism and adaptation.
• Supporting the immune system -- protection during intense training.
• Appetite control and weight management -- protein keeps you fuller for longer.

During resistance training, protein needs increase because muscles sustain micro-tears that need to be "repaired" -- it is precisely this repair and recovery effort that leads to stronger and larger muscles.

How Much Protein Do You Need Daily

The official recommendation for sedentary individuals is around 0.8 g of protein per kilogram of body weight, but for active athletes this is insufficient. Large meta-analyses of resistance-trained individuals show:

• Best results for muscle growth and strength occur at a total intake of around 1.6--2.2 g protein/kg body weight per day.
• Below 1.2--1.3 g/kg, the risk of losing lean mass during dieting or intense training is higher.
• Above 2.2 g/kg, additional benefits are minimal for most people (except in very specific cases).

Example:

• A 70 kg person → target range of approximately 110--150 g of protein per day.
• An 80 kg person → approximately 125--175 g of protein per day.

High-Protein Foods

Animal Sources

Animal sources provide complete protein with all essential amino acids and are particularly convenient for active athletes. Some practical examples (values per 100 g):

• Chicken breast (skinless) -- approximately 27--31 g protein.
• Turkey -- approximately 26--30 g protein.
• Tuna (grilled/canned in water) -- approximately 25--35 g protein.
• Salmon -- approximately 22--25 g protein, plus beneficial omega-3 fatty acids.
• Lean beef -- approximately 20--26 g protein.
• Eggs -- approximately 12--13 g protein per 100 g (about 6--7 g per large egg).
• Yogurt / Greek yogurt -- approximately 10 g (Greek) or 4--5 g (regular) per 100 g.
• Cottage cheese -- approximately 11--12 g protein per 100 g.

These foods form a convenient base for main meals throughout the day -- breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Plant Sources

For vegetarians, vegans, or simply for variety, plant-based proteins can also meet daily needs when combined wisely. Examples per 100 g:

• Tofu -- approximately 8--12 g protein (depending on type).
• Tempeh -- approximately 19 g protein.
• Seitan -- up to 75 g protein (wheat gluten, not suitable for those with gluten intolerance).
• Red lentils (cooked) -- approximately 7--8 g.
• Chickpeas (cooked) -- approximately 8 g.
• Beans (various types, cooked) -- approximately 4.5--9 g.
• Peanuts -- approximately 26 g protein.
• Almonds -- approximately 21--22 g protein.
• Oats -- approximately 11 g protein.

Plant sources are often lower in one or more essential amino acids, so it is best to combine them (grains + legumes, nuts + legumes, etc.) throughout the day.

Protein Supplements -- When They Make Sense

Protein powders (whey, casein, egg, plant-based blends) are not mandatory, but they are extremely convenient:

• When your schedule is busy and you do not have time for a full meal.
• When it is difficult to reach the required 1.6--2.0 g/kg through food alone.
• Immediately after training, when a liquid shake is the most practical option.

A standard serving (around 25--30 g of powder) typically provides 20--24 g of protein, which is an ideal amount for "topping up" your daily intake.

How to Distribute Protein Throughout the Day

For better absorption and a steady anabolic signal to the muscles, it is best to distribute protein evenly:

• 3--4 main protein feedings per day.
• 20--40 g of protein per meal (depending on your weight and goals).

Example for a ~75 kg person targeting ~130 g protein/day:

• Breakfast: 30 g (e.g., eggs + cottage cheese or oats + protein).
• Lunch: 35--40 g (chicken/fish + side dish).
• Post-workout: 25--30 g (shake or protein-rich meal).
• Dinner: 30--35 g (meat/fish/tofu + vegetables).

How Protein Works Together with Sportix Max+

Sportix Max+ is a specialized formula with extracts from Ajuga turkestanica and Leuzea, standardized to 10% ecdysterone and turkesterone -- phytoecdysteroids that support protein synthesis and recovery after exertion. These active compounds are not protein themselves, but signaling molecules that "amplify" the body's natural anabolic processes in the muscles, especially in trained individuals.

The Ideal Strategy for Active Athletes

For an active athlete, the ideal strategy is:

1. Establish the foundation -- protein.

   • 1.6--2.2 g protein/kg body weight daily from a mix of animal and/or plant sources.
   • Even distribution throughout the day (at least 3 protein-rich meals).

2. Add Sportix Max+ as a "smart amplifier."

   • The phytoecdysteroids from Ajuga and Leuzea support signals for protein synthesis and muscle fiber recovery after training.
   • The product is developed specifically for athletes and is WADA-compliant, making it suitable even in competitive settings.

3. Combine intake timing intelligently.

   • A practical approach is to take Sportix Max+ with one of your main protein meals or around training -- this ensures there are sufficient amino acids in the bloodstream while the ecdysteroids amplify synthesis signals.

The result of consistent application is higher-quality recovery, more stable performance, and a better chance of turning the protein on your plate into real, functional muscle mass -- without relying on aggressive hormonal approaches.

Summary

• Choose your main protein sources: chicken, fish, eggs, dairy, legumes, nuts, and quality protein powders.
• Aim for 1.6--2.2 g protein/kg body weight daily if you train regularly with weights.
• Distribute protein across 3--4 meals instead of consuming the entire amount at once.
• Add Sportix Max+ as a natural support for protein synthesis and recovery -- so that food, training, and supplementation all work in the same direction.

This is a simple yet science-backed framework: a strong protein foundation + an intelligent phytoecdysteroid formula like Sportix Max+ = a better return on every workout and every meal.