How to take creatine properly?

How to take creatine properly?

Did you know that higher doses of creatine (up to 20 g) are unnecessary in the first days of use in most cases? Creatine will help you gain muscle, but its use needs to be adapted to your diet, weight and type of training.

For example, if you like running, creatine may not be helpful. Only if you run short distances on time. You will appreciate it if you are a bodybuilder, you play football or hockey. And there is a reason for that.

It dopes the muscles, and therefore you, too

This organic acid is found in our muscles. In addition to helping muscles grow, it replenishes energy and performs a regenerative function after training. It is most beneficial for larger and short loads and is therefore more fitting for fitness trainers or bodybuilders.

When you exercise, many processes take place in your body. One is that the ATP (adenosine triphosphate) component decomposes into other parts. Thanks to it, you have enough energy during training. The moment it occurs, you will also run out of energy. Bingo! In this case, creatine is useful. Using it before or after training increases your performance. If you want your muscles to work properly, you need to determine the right amount of exercise, the type of sport, and the amount of creatine you will be taking.

Monohydrate as the most effective form

The best known type is certainly creatine monohydrate. From the point of view of scientists, it is explored from all sides. Several studies have been done on it, which shows that creatine monohydrate is completely safe. On the other hand, you can't expect to use it as your magic wand to gain muscle, even if you make friends with creatine monohydrate for a long time. Its effect is to inflate the muscles, because with it, water is formed in the body.

There are other types, for example creatine ethyl ester, creatine nitrate or creatine-alkaline. Each product contains the recommended dosage, but this varies according to weight and physical activity. If you are not clear about how to take creatine, it is best to consult a coach or distributor.

How should I take creatine?

The recommended dose is 5 g per day. It is stated that in the first days, and thus in the saturation phase, you can take doses of up to 20 g. However, if you are not a professional athlete, your body will not benefit from it anyway. Creatine forms creatinine, which enters the urine through the kidneys.

It is important to have a balanced diet. The ingredient that makes creatine work better is sugar. When serving, mix it in 2 dcl of water or juice. Remember to get enough water when taking it and skip caffeine from your drinking regime.

After 2-3 months, take a break from it for 4 to 6 weeks. The body needs time to return creatine to its original state. The break can be even longer. It is important that you do not overdo it.

Pure creatine at great prices

There are many types of creatine on the market. Creatine monohydrate Pure is the purest of the creatines available on the market by its composition. It bears a patent for a version of Creapure, which is produced only in Germany.

In our e-shop, you will find creatine powder as well as creatine tablets. You will find our nutritional supplements under the Natural Nutrition brand in 100% pure form without added preservatives. It is also good to use quality glutamine along with creatine. 

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