Daily Protein by Body Weight

Daily protein need = body weight × g/kg target. RDA 0.8 g/kg; athletic 1.6-2.2 g/kg.

Inputs

Result

Daily protein target
112 g
~28 g per meal across 4 meals.
  • Body weight (kg)70.00
  • Goal1.6 g/kg (athletic)
  • Daily total112 g
  • Per meal (4×)28 g
  • Per meal (3×)37 g
  • Whey scoop equiv4.5 scoops (25g each)

Step-by-step

  1. Convert weight: 70 kg = 70.00 kg.
  2. Target = 1.6 g/kg × 70.00 kg = 112 g.

How to use this calculator

  • Weight + unit + goal.
  • Distribute across 3-4 meals.

About this calculator

Protein RDA (0.8 g/kg) is minimum to avoid deficiency. Most active adults need more: 1.2-1.4 g/kg moderate, 1.6-2.0 g/kg muscle building, up to 2.2 g/kg aggressive cuts. Beyond 2.5 g/kg shows diminishing returns and may stress kidneys (only in people with pre-existing kidney disease). 4-5 meals of 30-40g protein each maximizes muscle protein synthesis (vs. fewer larger meals). Citation: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements; Phillips & Van Loon (2011).

Frequently asked

For preventing deficiency: yes. For optimal: no. RDA was set 1940s for sedentary adults; doesn't account for athletes/aging.

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