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Muscle loss during weight loss can be restricted by regularly lifting weights ( or doing push-ups and other strength-oriented calisthenics ) and by maintaining sufficient protein intake.

Those on low-carbohydrate diets, and those doing particularly strenuous exercise, may wish to increase their protein intake.

According to the National Academy of Sciences, the Dietary Reference Intake for protein is 0. 8 grams per kilogram of body weight for adults.

Endurance athletes, such as those who compete in distance running or cycling require many more calories in order to maintain weight.

Due to the large caloric intake these athletes must consume it can be particularly tricky to ensure they obtain the nutrition required to maintain muscle mass.