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Probably not. Beyond the standard 300–400g/day of protein turnover, exercise stimulates both muscle protein breakdown and synthesis. This turnover is how we grow stronger — replacing older, poorly functioning muscle fibers with newer ones.
However, some EAAs released during breakdown are degraded through oxidation and cannot be reused. To correct the imbalance between breakdown and synthesis caused by exercise, you must consume sufficient EAAs through food or a calorie-efficient supplement like OptimalAmino®.