Creatine - bicep pump too quick

TrackYourDiet · 12-27-2003, 03:03 PM

When I take creatine, I find that my biceps pump up to quickly which does not always allow me to get a good bicep workout. I find that after a few sets, my arms are pumped and its really hard to keep going. Arms feel dead and they can't lift much once I hit this point. Do others experience this?

Thanks,

Power Rabbit · 12-27-2003, 04:29 PM

I sorta like that feeling...I get it more with Swole V2 than straight creatine though

HoldDaMayo · 12-27-2003, 04:42 PM

Just lower the weights and concentrate on your form...

TrackYourDiet · 12-27-2003, 07:35 PM

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Originally posted by Power Rabbit
I sorta like that feeling...I get it more with Swole V2 than straight creatine though

I definetly like the pump, but not so quick. Doesn't feel like I really work the biceps fully. I try to use strict form and use weights that I can handle, but I find it hard to work them to the point were I am sore the next day. Just something I will have to bust though I presume.

BTW: What is 'swole v2'?

**Mudge** · 12-27-2003, 08:03 PM

All you need are a few sets anyway IMO, I usually do 3 sets, 5 at the most. Back day already puts a huge strain on them with all those pull downs, rows and deadlifts.

Swole V2 is creatine with its own delivery system.

MikeKy · 12-27-2003, 08:22 PM

I've noticed a faster pump and it stays a little between arm days, but it hasn't kept me from my routine. It also allowed me to up the dumbell weight 5lbs last week.

TrackYourDiet · 12-27-2003, 08:36 PM

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Originally posted by MikeKy
I've noticed a faster pump and it stays a little between arm days, but it hasn't kept me from my routine. It also allowed me to up the dumbell weight 5lbs last week.

That's the main problem...the weight I use has actually gone down. I would not mind at all if my lifting weight had gone up since I would know that I am getting stronger (and bigger).

I think its also a combination of my diet too...not eating as much as I use too and have actually gone down a few pounds in the last couple weeks. Going to take in some extra calories and bust through this situation.

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TrackYourDiet Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Vancouver Posts: 4	Creatine - bicep pump too quick When I take creatine, I find that my biceps pump up to quickly which does not always allow me to get a good bicep workout. I find that after a few sets, my arms are pumped and its really hard to keep going. Arms feel dead and they can't lift much once I hit this point. Do others experience this? Thanks, Robert Merriott Track your diet with TrackYourDiet.com Let us do the number crunching for you! Nutritional Information

12-27-2003, 04:42 PM	#3
HoldDaMayo Just call me Mayo Elite Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Oceanside, CA Posts: 1,917 Photos: 4	Just lower the weights and concentrate on your form... Are you kidding me????

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Mudge Dieting I swear! Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Here Posts: 23,476 Photos: 1	All you need are a few sets anyway IMO, I usually do 3 sets, 5 at the most. Back day already puts a huge strain on them with all those pull downs, rows and deadlifts. Swole V2 is creatine with its own delivery system. Kinesiology Comp Bench MaxCalc Motivation Bench form Charles Poliquin When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be. Lao-Tzu

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MikeKy Member Elite Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Home of the KY Derby Posts: 174 Photos: 2	I've noticed a faster pump and it stays a little between arm days, but it hasn't kept me from my routine. It also allowed me to up the dumbell weight 5lbs last week. "Don't think you can, know you can"

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12-27-2003, 04:29 PM	#2
Power Rabbit The Bunny Is Bulking! Elite Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,027 Photos: 3	I sorta like that feeling...I get it more with Swole V2 than straight creatine though