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creatine-powder.jpgWhat is Creatine?

Creatine is a natural compound made in our bodies to supply energy to our muscles. Its chemical name is actually ‘methylguanido-acetic acid’, but who wants to pronounce that in day-to-day life! Creatine is formed from three amino acids; arginine, methionine and glycine. The chemical process is not worth explaining as its relevance is null and void to training circumstances.

Creatine is produced in our liver primarily, and our pancreas and kidneys also. Its transported to our muscles via our bloodstream and is converted to creatine phosphate, this is achieved by the enzyme creatine kinase, which helps bond creatine to a high energy phosphate group.

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Answer:

Creatine is a very powerful supplement for both bodybuilders, but regular athletes as well like sprinters and throwers. It’s been confirmed beyond any reasonable doubt by numerous scientific studies available online.

The three most beneficial benefits to bodybuilders are:

- Improved quality of interval training
- Increased strength
- Starving off injury

For starters, creatine will absolutely not work unless you are properly hydrated.  Creatine relies heavily on liquids, so you must drink plenty of water when supplementing it for optimal results.  Hydrating will also improve your pumping in the weight room, as well.

Creatine also reacts well when stacked with high glycemic carbohydrates, including sodium.  They facilitate the transporting of creatine into muscle cells.  Only do this though for your post workout meals.

Welcome to creatine supplement guide. This site was setup to educate people on one of the biggest supplements used in sports and bodybuilding, creatine.

There are so many myths surrounding creatine, and we plan on straightening them all out. The fact is that creatine is an awesome supplement for building strength and muscle size and has no known side effects.

Stay tuned for more creatine posts…