Forever Strong: A New, Science-Based Strategy for Aging Well

by Gabrielle Lyon D.O.

Muscle-Centric Medicine®

the Lyon Protocol

My practice has shown me that once my patients prioritize skeletal muscle as an organ, they gain a whole new sense of wellness.

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I propose that muscle mass be considered as an end-point goal of its own—a biomarker for overall health.1

The science is clear that autoimmune diseases are more prevalent among people who don’t exercise.

Social psychologist Dr. Emily Balcetis, author of Clearer, Closer, Better: How Successful People See the World, recommends a three-part formula for making changes: (1) dream big, (2) plan concretely, and (3) foreshadow failure.40

The Lyon Protocol is not a diet but an educated lifestyle.

High-quality protein is the basis for any nutrition plan. Your goal is to take in at least 1 gram of protein per pound of ideal body weight, keeping in mind that every protein gram contains 4 calories.

Alternatively, the Harris-Benedict Calculator (https://www.inchcalculator.com/harris-benedict-calculator) is a great option if you want a quick starting place and don’t yet know how many calories you’re currently eating.