muscle protein

Muscle protein refers to the proteins that make up muscle tissue, primarily actin and myosin, which enable muscles to contract and generate force. These proteins are built from amino acids, the body's building blocks acquired through diet. When you exercise or perform physical activity, muscle proteins sustain small damages. The body repairs and rebuilds these proteins, often making them stronger, through a process called muscle protein synthesis. Consuming adequate dietary protein provides the necessary amino acids to support this repair and growth, helping maintain or increase muscle mass and overall strength.