What Is Creatine?

Creatine is a molecule produced in the body. It stores high-energy phosphate groups in the form of phosphocreatine. Phosphocreatine releases energy to aid cellular function during stress. This effect causes strength increases after creatine supplementation, and can also benefit the brain, bones, muscles, and liver. So in other words, taking creatine consistently will aid with strength, muscle growth/endurance and performance in training.

My Opinion

If you are ever thinking of taking creatine as a supplement for any sort of muscle maintenance, muscle gain or as a weight loss goal paired with resistance training, I would highly recommend it. Creatine is one of the highest researched supplement in the industry. No research has shown creatine to harm anyone. The only cases where creatine has been harmful is for individuals that already had kidney problems, to begin with. Creatine can also be naturally found in meats. Creatine doesn’t need to be taken in increments with loading phases and it can be taken year-round. I recommend a 5g dose daily (this can also depend on body weight). Creatine isn’t a steroid and yes, women can take it. It won’t make you look bulky and/or freakily muscular. So, if you are ever thinking of taking creatine, I would highly recommend it. It isn’t BS, it works and it’s not expensive at only $20 for 80 servings, which also is a plus!

Written By: Jereymi Longpre