Behind whey protein, creatine is easily the most popular muscle building supplement of the last two decades. But for such a popular product there are a massive amount of people who take this product but don't fully know what it is supposed to be doing for their body. Today's article will help you to nail down the basics.
The truth is if you believe the statements which supplement manufacturers place on their products you will end up on a slippery slope to nowhere, constantly switching products and getting little in the way of results. It is very, very easy to over complicate things.
There are a few proven, noticeable changes which come from using this product.
This product is all about explosive strength. Whether you use it or not, this is a substance which is already inside your body and is responsible for those big sudden impact movements such as performing a heavy lift or a sudden sprint.
By having more of this substance in your body on a daily basis you increase your body's ability to do high impact exercises. Put that into a gym setting and it could mean one more repetition or a slightly heavier weight, which make this particularly useful when trying to build muscle.
So you will often hear people talking about how their strength has improved while using this supplement but you should also be aware that it makes a change to your actual appearance, too. It pushes water into your muscles creating that full, round appearance.
Most supplements have many negative side effects however this particular one is of a rare breed. However, while there are no scientifically proven negative side effects here there are several common myths which you will need to be aware of because you will undoubtedly hear them on the gym floor at some point.
Myth number one is the bloating myth. Many gym users believe that this supplement causes a bloated appearance, pushing water between the skin and the muscle to create a blurry effect for your muscles. This is scientifically proven to be untrue.
The second popular myth is that you need to take a break after two months of continuous usage. Not only does science disprove this myth but athletes also use it all year round to maximize their results in their chosen sport.
When it comes to which blend is superior there are several surprising factors. Most importantly the most research points towards Monohydrate as the strongest proven source. This is seen as surprising because it is also the oldest and cheapest, but it is indeed science fact.
The final myth is that this product will make you become muscular. It will not directly make you bigger, but it will help you indirectly. Taking this product won't make you bigger but it will increase your explosive strength. So if you are going to the gym and training hard, you will find that you can go for one extra heavy rep or perhaps slip an extra few lbs onto the bar which, in turn, will make you more muscular.
Now that you know what to expect when you use a creatine supplement you will be able to make much more of your time in the gym and elevate your progress to the next level.
The truth is if you believe the statements which supplement manufacturers place on their products you will end up on a slippery slope to nowhere, constantly switching products and getting little in the way of results. It is very, very easy to over complicate things.
There are a few proven, noticeable changes which come from using this product.
This product is all about explosive strength. Whether you use it or not, this is a substance which is already inside your body and is responsible for those big sudden impact movements such as performing a heavy lift or a sudden sprint.
By having more of this substance in your body on a daily basis you increase your body's ability to do high impact exercises. Put that into a gym setting and it could mean one more repetition or a slightly heavier weight, which make this particularly useful when trying to build muscle.
So you will often hear people talking about how their strength has improved while using this supplement but you should also be aware that it makes a change to your actual appearance, too. It pushes water into your muscles creating that full, round appearance.
Most supplements have many negative side effects however this particular one is of a rare breed. However, while there are no scientifically proven negative side effects here there are several common myths which you will need to be aware of because you will undoubtedly hear them on the gym floor at some point.
Myth number one is the bloating myth. Many gym users believe that this supplement causes a bloated appearance, pushing water between the skin and the muscle to create a blurry effect for your muscles. This is scientifically proven to be untrue.
The second popular myth is that you need to take a break after two months of continuous usage. Not only does science disprove this myth but athletes also use it all year round to maximize their results in their chosen sport.
When it comes to which blend is superior there are several surprising factors. Most importantly the most research points towards Monohydrate as the strongest proven source. This is seen as surprising because it is also the oldest and cheapest, but it is indeed science fact.
The final myth is that this product will make you become muscular. It will not directly make you bigger, but it will help you indirectly. Taking this product won't make you bigger but it will increase your explosive strength. So if you are going to the gym and training hard, you will find that you can go for one extra heavy rep or perhaps slip an extra few lbs onto the bar which, in turn, will make you more muscular.
Now that you know what to expect when you use a creatine supplement you will be able to make much more of your time in the gym and elevate your progress to the next level.
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About the Writer: Russ Howe PTI is a certified Personal Trainer who helps people discover how to lose weight and live healthier. Watch our guide to taking creatine supplements next.
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