Thread: Creatine Questions.....yes Again.

I know you didn't ask me, but here goes:

1) It won't.
2) You'll lose a bit of water weight, that's about it.
3) None. Some experience stomach issues in the beginning.
4) No, I am a relative non-responder, though.
5) Not really, except that you should know how your body responds to training and proper eating for a bit first, so you can compare (at least 6 months hardcore, IMO).

If you haven't gained strength are you:

- training with the proper intensity?
- eating enough protein?

I am asking you...and anyone else who would take the time to reply. Thanks for doing so by the way.

Not sure about the intensity. I push myself as hard as I can thats all I can tell you. I'm new to this.

As for protein I think so. I eat lots of tuna, chicken and drink protein drinks after every workout.

This topic was not just for PRINCE it's for everyone.

Learn how much protein you are consuming daily. It should be at least 1g per pound of BW. If you are eating that much (spread out across EVERY meal) and not seeing sufficient results, then you should up it to 1.5g. If I am trying to push it I often get close to 2g.

Also, your post w/o nutrition is critical. There are several good threads which I have participated in here that discuss proper post w/o nutrition, if you are not sure.

As far as intensity, make sure you are at or damn close to failure with most of your working sets.

"Also, your post w/o nutrition is critical. There are several good threads which I have participated in here that discuss proper post w/o nutrition, if you are not sure."

I don't understand "post w/o nutrition"........

Originally posted by bsc14
"Also, your post w/o nutrition is critical. There are several good threads which I have participated in here that discuss proper post w/o nutrition, if you are not sure."

I don't understand "post w/o nutrition"........

What you consume immediately after you lift, and then 1-2 hours thereafter.

Obviously this is an issue. And a cricital one. Do some searches. I remember discussing this in the past month or so at length in one or two threads.

I don't understand "post w/o nutrition"........

Post w/o means Post Work / Out just in case you didn't know.

I see.......all these new terms.

Originally posted by bsc14
I have read the articles that you posted PRINCE but I still have questions. First off I want to hear from your own experiences with creatine. So here we go.

1. How has taking it affected losing weight/fat?
2. What happens if you stop using it? Get weaker/smaller or what?
3. Have you guys noticed any side effects?
4. When you started using it did you see a big difference?
5. Any reason for someone new to lifting to not use it?

I haven't gained strength like I would like so that's why I'm asking these questions. Thanks guys.

1. It does not, the articles should have explained what creatine does in regards to ATP, no effects on 'fat loss'.

2. The majority of gains you will experience from creatine are related to intramuscular water retention, which increases strength along with the way creatine is involved in the ATP cycle, again all of this is in the articles. So, yeah if you stopped taking it you will drop some of the water and lose some strength, provided that creatine works for you.

3. Not personally, but has TP mentioned some people experience 'stomach issues'.

4. Not a big difference but everyone reacts differently.

5. I do not think a beginner should use any supplements except a multi-vitamin and whey protein. Learn proper nutrition and training first (that alone will take a couple of years! ), and worry about supplemets later on.

I know the articles touched on some of my questions but I wanted to hear from people who have used it or seen first hand.

One other thing, do you think it's necessary to take it on the days you don't lift?

And thanks for the reply!

Yes, to maintain muscle saturation.

Thanks.

The first thing you should realize is genetics are going to play the biggest role in training. They are your biggest asset or obstacle. All the supplements in the world won't correct them. Steroids are the only sure bet, and you don't want to touch them for several years if ever. All you can do is diet properly and get plenty of protein. I'd say after 5 to 6 months of serious training (properly) you will know your boundries for the most part. Make sure to keep record of your gains on each lift, like the bench, squat, etc. This will help to motivate you and give you an idea of whether your diet is working or not. Also, if you aren't gaining weight then you need to change something. Good Luck!

1. I gained weight wile taking it.
2. When I used to cycle when I stopped I would lose some weight (water weight) but my strength was the same.
3. Yes I have experienced increased strength and endurance.
4. My 1st time after about 2-3 weeks I cud see some difference in my muscles.
5. Nope creatine IMO can be used be anyone hardcore lifters or newbie’s alike.