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stevie667 · 06-20-2005, 10:37 AM

If your not really an advanced lifter (and you don't appear to be by your post) then creatine can be a good way to add a little some 'extra' to your workouts.

It works by allowing your cellular energy source (ATP) to be regenerated faster as it's being used in a workout. This gives your cells more energy, and can increase strength and endurance in short burst exercise.

A by-product is your body stores a lot more water than normal, and you will usually bloat up. I hated the bloat, as it made me sweat buckets just walking up the stairs, but for some people it's not so bad.

You will gain weight on creatine, mostly water, but extra strength can translate into extra muscle, so you may get a pound or two from a cycle (1-2 months 'on' with 1 month 'off').

Try it, see how it goes. It's a nice supplement to start out with.

06-20-2005, 10:37 AM	#6 (permalink)
stevie667 Too Awesome for Aardvarks Location: Angloland	If your not really an advanced lifter (and you don't appear to be by your post) then creatine can be a good way to add a little some 'extra' to your workouts. It works by allowing your cellular energy source (ATP) to be regenerated faster as it's being used in a workout. This gives your cells more energy, and can increase strength and endurance in short burst exercise. A by-product is your body stores a lot more water than normal, and you will usually bloat up. I hated the bloat, as it made me sweat buckets just walking up the stairs, but for some people it's not so bad. You will gain weight on creatine, mostly water, but extra strength can translate into extra muscle, so you may get a pound or two from a cycle (1-2 months 'on' with 1 month 'off'). Try it, see how it goes. It's a nice supplement to start out with. __________________ Office hours have changed. Please call during office hours for more information.