I lift weights. Is Creatine important for me ?
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I don't think it is important. It is a supplement, and can be used if you want to. I have been using it, and have had really good results. But it is not needed.
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No creatine is the best creatine. You risk kidney stones for a negligible boost (if any.) I tried creatine for probably five or six months and found no real difference. Maybe it works for some people, but I would say save your money. \nThe kidney stones thing is something a friend told me who seems to know everything about everything physical. I'd check into it before using creatine - passing a stone is like passing glass shards.
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whey protein powder and a multivitamin really....ive learnt (by experience) that most others are just a waste of money...you just need to ensure you're getting enough protein to heal your muscles, and a good multivitamin just for the sake of it.....i also take a zinc supplement to make sure my testosterone level is high enough, and a magnesium citrate (300mg) pill to relax muscles..dont bother with most of that fancy stuff....creatine will add some bulk though....but yeah, vitamin+protein would be adequate
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Creatine definately, also whey protein, and Muscletech has some products like Gakic, Leukic, Creakic, Anator P-90. These all available at GNC. But remember you cant take these supplements and expect to get ripped, you need to take these supplements and lift weights. Anator P-90 is very sketchy tho, its for serious professional bodybuilders. none of the supplements i listed are steroids.
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creatine enables your body to retain water if you spike your insulin levels with grape juice this will increase the effect, grape out of all the juices is the best but others will work but not as well. if a person is using creatine with a good diet and moderate to heavy training the regimen will produce good results. good luck
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Steroids.\n\nHaha nah I'm just kidding.\n\nBuilding muscle FAST is hard as hell though.  The most important thing you're going to be looking at are a few components.\n\nWeightlifting: Split a routine anyway you want to, but use HEAVIER weights and LESS reps.  That doesn't slowly break down the muscles like high reps, but instead tears the fibers.  But, I guess the biggest question is, are you trying to bulk up or tone your muscles?  Sorry, it's impossible to do both at the same time...unless you're on 'roids.  Which is a bad idea (duh).\n\nDiet: Lots of protein.  Lots and lots and lots.  Like, 1.5 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight per day.  Get your GOOD carbs in too.  Creatine may be a supplement you may want to try, but if you're on creatine jump up your water intake to about 1.5 gallons of water per day.  Basically, creatine is part of your ATP system, and it's found in red meat.  If you take the supplement, it supplies your muscles with a little bit better "push" and helps them in that regard.  It also causes your muscles to retain more water, thus making them look bigger.\n\nJust stick with it man, don't let up and you can pull it off!  Send me a message if you have any questions.  GOOD LUCK!
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I take the Buffered Creatine. What you guys talking about is the old one which requires loading. My comment is simply nothing wrong if you take the buffered one.
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As far as I know, there's no documented adverse creatine side effects - only desirable side effects of creatine. I've used it personally with great results.\n\nExtensive experiments have been done to test creatine side effects on humans, and the only documented adverse effect of creatine supplementation is an increase in body mass.\n\nAlso take caution as there are no long term studies on high dosage effects on creatine use. So its recommended that you follow the instructions on the label and don't over do it. \n\nAlways use as directed, at your own risk and always weight train safely.\n\nThe National Strength and Conditioning Association has several scientific publications on creatine.\nhttp://nsca-lift.org/
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When I used to lift weights, I used whey protien, creatine and had success with both. I still use the whey protien and eat lots of egg whites, and chicken. You may also want to look into NO2, it is a supplement that I personally have not used, though have heard it is very good.
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Creatine- how bad is it, on a scale of 0-10. 0\ni cant answer the question if you want to be buff or not, maybe we should ask you......j/k\n\nfound above, lots of insight it contains......\nremember that you still have to give 100%, just creatine helps you go another 10% and helps you do a little more and progress a LOT faster when you exercise. supplement creatine with NO2 (hemodialator) and you'll be pleased.
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do you mean creatine? if so yes it is great for muscle building.\nCreatine is a naturally occuring substance in the foods the we eat and even in our bodies. We can synthesize creatine in the liver, pancreas, and kidneys from the amino acids Arginine, Glycine and Methionine. It can also be found in meat type foods such steak, fish, pork, tuna, etc.\n\nHowever, the amount of creatine we get from foods is minimal compared to the amount needed to get the maximum beneficial effect. To get roughly 20 grams of creatine (the general dosage amount for the loading phase), one would have to consume roughly 16-18 steaks. Because of this, it is much more convenient to simply consume creatine as a supplement, otherwise one would have to eat alot of meat products. \nThe energy released from the reduction reaction of ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) to ADP (Adenosine Diphosphate) fuels everything your muscles, as well as almost anything else in your body, do. Creatine is stored in the form of Creatine Phosphate in the body. When ATP looses one of it's phosphates in the reaction to create energy, creatine donates its phosphate to regenerate ATP so that it can break apart again to provide the muscles with energy.\nThe creatine phosphate system is anarobic, meaning that it does not require oxygen to run and is the first system called upon when ATP needs to be regenerated. Therefore, supplementing extra creatine into the diet will allow the muscles to use this system longer.
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Three magic ingredients my friend: meat, eggs and beer. All types of meat are high in protein and beef actually has the highest level of naturally-occuring creatine. Egg whites have awesome levels of protein, and the grain in beer packs some super protein power. \n\nHere's a good routine. Drink plenty of water at night. Wake up early and have a banana before working out. Work out hard for about an hour, mostly free weights. After your workout, eat eggs for breakfast with some fruit to restore your energy. For lunch, have a tuna sandwich with peanut butter. Sounds weird, I know, but it works some magic. Do your cardio work in the late afternoon / early evening, when it's not too hot out. Eat meat, beans and veggies for dinner with a brew. Repeat that every day and you'll be a fierce mass of muscle.
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I prefer creatine and whey protein i always see great gains with it
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If you are trying to gain muscles mass, the answer is both, but more so, one in the morning, one after your workout and one 30 min before bed. If your workout is in the evening, take one mid afternoon.\n\nWithout doing much, you could start by reading Mens Health and Muscle & Fitness Magazines. Both are published by Joe Weider Inc. Both have great workout routines in them and advice on diet, fitness, health, supplementation.\n\nI would reccomend that you start by hitting the weight room, 4-5 times per week. Lifting with Compund exercies first, then isolation exercises. 4-5 sets of each, with 1-2 of them being warm up exercises. 9-12 rep range is good for muscle mass, and definition and stamina. Rest each body part 4-7 days. So if you do Chest on monday, dont do it till at least friday.\n\nWhen it comes to supplementation you will use the minimum:\n1 multi vitamin pill per day\ntribulus\nWhey protein or whey protein isolate. Depending on allergies, you may want to use a Soy protein. you should use 2-3 grams of protein per kilogram of bodyweight in your daily diet to gain muscle (you still need to lift weights though and stick with it. It takes a long long time. It took me 2 years to put on 35 pounds of muscle.) Take some in the morning when you wake up, mid day, and as part of your post workout drink.\nI would also reccomend taking L-Glutamine as part of your post workout routine.\nTake something with creatine. This stuff is well documented. I would reccomend BSN Nutrition NOxplode. IT has creatine, arginine, and others as well as nitric oxide. Take this for your pre workout routine, about 30-45 minutes before your workout. It takes awhile for your body to absorb the creatine.\n\nThat should be the core of your supplement routine. Do not rely on the protein powder to get you all of your protein in a day.\n\nRemember to do cardio at least 3 times a week 60-75% of your max heart rate (MHR) which is 220-your age. for about 30 min each session. If i do legs, I do cardio after. Sometimes I will split it, 15-20 min before, 15-20 min after. You have to burn the fat to show your hard work!!\n\nDo abs at least 3 times a week. focus more on form and crunching the muscle, than how many reps you do.\n\nTHis should help.\n\nIf you need more advice, feel free to email me, I would be glad to help you out.
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Creatine and amino acids serve different purposes.  I don't take amino acid supplementation, so I haven't done much research on it, but I am taking creatine and have done a lot of reading on it.\n\nCreatine is a natural substance that you obtain from your diet and can make yourself.  Creatine's primary purpose in weightlifting is to replenish ATP stores during intense activity.  By taking creatine supplementation you can increase your creatine stores by up to 40% (depending on how much you are already getting in your diet).  This will allow you to work out harder longer and get better results from your training.\n\nCreatine is also known to cause cell volumization, as it causes the muscles to hold more water.  Note that this is different the water retention, as water retention is when water is retained on the outside of the cells, causing the muscles to lose definition and look smoother.  Cell volumization pulls the water into the cells and causes the muscles to look harder.\n\nThere are also studies that have come to light recently that show that cell volumization can make protein synthesis more productive.  In theory this could mean that creatine could directly help you build muscle, but more research needs to be done to prove this effect.\n\nCreatine is also a very safe substance to supplement.  While there are rumors of some side effects, such as muscle cramping, kidney problems, etc, no studies have actually proved these to be actual risks.  One possible risk is the down regulation of the creatine transporters due to oversupplementation, but if you follow the recommended guidelines you shouldn't have to worry about that effect.  To be safe you should actually take less creatine than most manufacturers recommend, though.  Studies have shown that your body can absorb a lot less than most companies suggest you take anyway.  They have found that your body is unable to absorb more than 3-5 grams of creatine per day after you have finished loading.  To top that off, after working out you are capable of absorbing up to 10% more than your normal maximum capacitiy.  They estamate that you only use 3% of your creatine stores when you don't work out.  That means that if you are fully loaded and then take creatine after working out you will have more creatine than you body can obsorb for the next 3-4 days or until you work out again.  Bottom line: after loading it is only necessary to take creatine after working out.  I only take about 5 grams after I work out to replenish the creatine I have used.\n\nAs far as amino acids go, do some research and see what the benefits are to you.  I've already found an article that proved to me that glutamine is a waste of money, but I haven't researced any of the other availlable products.
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I'll give you three supplements that have the greatest potential to benefit you. First, creatine is essential. It has been shown in study after study to augment muscle size and muscle strength gains when taken as part of a resistance training program. You don't need large doses; 3-5 grams per day should suffice after a short 4-day loading phase of 15-20 grams per day. That should be affordable if you have a bigger budget go with Cell Mass or Cell Tech. Second, find yourself a high-quality protein shake that tastes good to take before and after your workouts. Whey protein works great because it has an ideal amino acid profile and is quickly absorbed. I personally like NytroWhey Extreme but there are several good whey proteins that fit the bill. Finally, I can't speak enough about the overall health benefits of fish oil, also known as omega 3 fats. These will not only improve your health but also enhance your insulin sensitivity and help burn fat. \nAlso take a multivitamin like animal pak.
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Creatine supplements are bad for you. Eat a steak.