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The Protein Priority: Building Blocks, Not Buzzwords

The Protein Priority: Building Blocks, Not Buzzwords

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In Episode 2 of Build for Health, Pete Wright and ELEV8 Fitness founder Srdjan Injac take on the misunderstood superstar of the nutritional world: protein.

Following last week’s case for muscle as medicine, this episode gets into what fuels that muscle. Spoiler: It’s not just about eating more protein—it’s about eating the right kind, in the right amounts, at the right times.


What You’ll Learn:

  • Why protein is essential for far more than muscle growth—think brain health, hormone balance, and immune support.
  • The difference between complete vs incomplete proteins, and why animal sources tend to be more efficient.
  • Why most people dramatically undereat protein, and how to actually hit your daily target.
  • How protein affects metabolism, insulin sensitivity, satiety, and body composition.
  • The myth of “too much protein turns to fat,” busted.
  • The importance of morning and nighttime protein intake—and why breakfast may be your most important meal of the day.
  • Srdjan’s real-world advice for meal prep, portion tracking, and sustainable eating habits.


You’ll also hear about:

  • Protein turnover and why the body uses 250–300g daily (even if you’re not eating that much)
  • Tools for tracking your intake without obsessing
  • What plant-based eaters need to know to build strength effectively
  • Why protein bars and shakes should be supplements—not your main course


Whether you’re struggling to get your protein in or just want to understand what all the macros hype is about, this episode will give you the knowledge (and motivation) to make smarter choices that support your long-term health.

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