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Disproportional FFML has been associated with an increased risk for adverse health outcomes. Resistance training (RT) combined with protein intake contributes to maintenance and increase of fat-free mass (FFM) in healthy individuals. However, it is unclear whether RT and protein supplementation can prevent FFML after MBS.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods and analysis<\/jats:title>\n In the EffectiveNess of pRotein supplementatIon Combined witH resistance Exercise training to counteract Disproportional fat-free mass loss following metabolic bariatric surgery (ENRICHED) randomised controlled trial, 400 patients scheduled to undergo MBS will be randomised in a 1:1 ratio to the ENRICHED perioperative care programme (intervention group) or the standard perioperative care programme of the Dutch Obesity Clinic (control group). The study is currently recruiting participants at two centres in the Netherlands: Nieuwegein and Amsterdam. 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