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FAST FACTS ABOUT CREATINE

Updated: May 6, 2020

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Found naturally in fish & meat

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Also produced in the liver & kidneys

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Creatine stored in skeletal muscle helps regenerate ATP

ATP = the body's energy currency

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Most effective for high intensity and explosive activities like sprinting, jumping, and powerlifting

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Can increase lean muscle mass, but also increases intracellular water accumulation (water retention)

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May help protect the brain from traumatic brain injury & neurodegenerative conditions (i.e. Parkinson's)

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What to take:

Creatine Monohydrate

(with NSF Certified for Sport or Informed Choice 3rd party testing)

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How to take:

5g post-workout

(with a post-workout snack/meal that includes carbs + protein)

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