Enter the body weight and recommended protein intake per pound into the calculator to determine the protein intake. This calculator can also evaluate any of the variables given the others are known.

Pounds To Protein Formula

The following formula could be used to calculate protein intake based on body weight.

PI = BW * r

Variables:

  • PI is the protein intake (grams)
  • BW is the body weight (pounds)
  • r is the recommended protein intake per pound of body weight (grams/pound)

To calculate the protein intake, multiply the body weight by the recommended protein intake per pound of body weight. The result will be the recommended daily protein intake in grams.

What is Pounds To Protein?

Pounds To Protein is not a recognized term in nutrition, fitness, or weight management. It could potentially refer to a method of calculating protein intake based on body weight, as some fitness and nutrition plans recommend a certain amount of protein per pound of body weight. However, without specific context, it’s difficult to provide a precise definition. It’s always recommended to consult with a healthcare professional or a dietitian for personalized advice on protein intake.

How to Calculate Pounds To Protein?

The following steps outline how to calculate the Pounds To Protein using the formula: PI = BW * r.


  1. First, determine the body weight (BW) in pounds.
  2. Next, determine the recommended protein intake per pound of body weight (r) in grams/pound.
  3. Next, gather the formula from above = PI = BW * r.
  4. Finally, calculate the Pounds To Protein (PI).
  5. After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.

Example Problem : 

Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.

body weight (BW) in pounds = 150

recommended protein intake per pound of body weight (r) in grams/pound = 0.8