14/01/2024
Creatine.that’s steroids right?!..
I wish 🤭, the only substance that work like steroids are steroids. Creatine is a naturally occurring compound usually found in red meat and it’s present with in our bodies.
If it’s in food why should I take extra?
It’s found in such minuscule amounts in food it’s cheaper and more effective to cover your intake as a supplement. It will give you a slight advance in the gym, when you’ve reached saturation you should have a little extra endurance and strength which could be an extra rep or two per set, those last few per set are the important ones.
It’ll make me huge!?..
Again, no. Creatine will help your body retain some intercellular water but this is within the muscle, and it’ll likely be a pound or two. You’d hold more from a high carb meal.
I have to cycle it on and off!”..
Creatine is the most researched supplement, There is no research at says it’s beneficial to stop and restart Creatine use, it’s safe to take daily long term. As long as you’re keeping hydrated and don’t have any pre existing kidney issues you’re good to go.
I’m a woman, or don’t want to look muscley, I should avoid it!?..
I’d recommend everyone takes the stated 5g daily dose even if they’re not training to get bigger or stronger. Besides the physical benefits, Creatine has been shown to improve cognitive function and even helping concussions patients recover quicker.
In summary:
Creatine monohydrate is the first supplement you should be investing in.
Consume 5g or 1g per 10kg of body weight daily preferably with food.
Drink your water - minimum 2L clear water a day.
