In Episode 191 I sit down with Professor Stuart Phillips to discuss the importance of exercise, nutrition and recovery in building muscle and improving strength. A pursuit that's not only important to bodybuilders and athletes, but all of us wishing to maintain a high quality of life as we age.Specifically we cover:Importance of fitness and resistance training for healthy agingWhat’s happening at the cellular level during resistance training and muscle growthThe key aspects of recoveryWhat is protein and why it’s important for building muscleHow amino acids workThe optimum amount of protein we should be consumingRisks associated with overconsumption of proteinHow important protein source is (animal versus plant)and plenty moreResources:The previous episode with scientist Hamilton Roschel that we referred to in this episode comparing animal to plant protein in a group of young healthy adults performing resistance trainingPrevious episode with Dr Matthew Nagra on proteinConnect with Dr Phillips on TwitterDr Phillips' published papersWant to support the show?If you are enjoying the Plant Proof podcast a great way to support the show is by leaving a review on the Apple podcast app. It only takes a few minutes and helps more people find the episodes.Simon Hill, Nutritionist, Sports PhysiotherapistCreator of Plantproof.com and host of the Plant Proof PodcastAuthor of The Proof is in the PlantsConnect with me on Instagram and TwitterDownload my two week meal plan