PROTEIN IS KEY.
It’s key to training, key to recovery, key to building muscle mass . . .
. . . and it’s key to a healthy pregnancy and a happy baby too!
Though squat jumps and burpees are a distant memory during the latter stages of pregnancy, it’s important not to turn your back on nutrition as you kiss goodbye to touching your toes.
SO WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
In pregnancy, it is important to boost protein levels to help your baby grow. Requirements rise from 45g per day to 51g (+6g protein per day.). Around 4-5 servings of protein daily means you should be covered.
However, if you’re vegetarian or vegan you may want to consider where you’re getting your protein from to ensure you’re getting enough. Vegans and vegetarians may choose to supplement protein in pregnancy to help meet daily protein requirements.
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