Archive for January 2009

creatine_1000gToday we’re going to be looking at the pros and cons of creatine monohydrate. Creatine monohydrate is the most popular sports and fitness supplement in the world. Yes, even more popular than whey protein supplements! It’s used so many people in so many sports. From sprinters, to pole vaulters to powerlifters, almost any sporting person can benefit from creatine monohydrate.

Lately, there have been man other forms of creatine that have come onto the market. Creatine monohydrate is still the most widely used, but these other products offer faster absorption, lower doses and supposedly better results. So why should you take these products over regular creatine monohydrate? It’s important to look at the pros and cons of taking creating monohydrate to find out.

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MHP TracThe creatine supplement of the week this week is MHP’s Trac Creatine. Trac was chosen because it’s a unique creatine supplement, combining creatine monohydrate with nitric oxide (NO2) in a sugar-free delivery system. This supplement is only new, but I think once the word gets out it’s going to become very popular. MHP Trac is also one of the few creatine supplements that was designed to be taken pre-workout. There is still much debate about when is the best time to take creatine, pre or post workout. Both arguements have their pros and cons. Here’s a snipped from what MHP says about it’s new Trac creatine supplement:

“TRAC was scientifically engineered to give you unforeseen muscle mass and strength to turn heads at your next training session. hands down! Arguably, the single biggest development in sports nutrition since protein powder, TRAC combines all the benefits of creatine, NO (nitric oxide) and Time Release Technology not in three expensive supplements but in one scientifically superior product that won’t break the bank! TRAC allows you to break through your current physical limitations, giving you.”

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