In this article we feature creatine monohydrate, possibly the most popular bodybuilding supplement of all time and also one of the most misunderstood. There is so much hype and so many lies surrounding products it is easy to get lost, so today we'll clear things up for you.
There is a growing trend among supplement manufacturers to get so carried away in their hype that they often leave customers with no idea what their new product is actually supposed to do.
So what should you expect from this particular 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.
One great side effect of using this type of product is that water is pushed into the muscles, which cause them to appear fuller and larger than usual.
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.
Easily the most commonly heard myth surrounding this product is that it causes bloating. It does not. Science has shown that while it pushes water into your muscles, it does not under any circumstances force water between your muscles and skin to cause a bloated appearance. So don't fall for that myth, because that's all it is!
We would also like to discuss the opinion that you need to stop using this after eight weeks to avoid becoming used to it. As this is a naturally occurring substance you needn't worry about this the way you would with other supplements. In fact, athletes use this all year round.
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 important key to remember is that all this product is designed to do is increase your explosive strength, not help you build muscle. You still need to put in the work in the gym or you won't see any positive results. But by having the ability to push out one more rep at maximum intensity you are able to increase your results considerably. That's where this product excels.
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.
There is a growing trend among supplement manufacturers to get so carried away in their hype that they often leave customers with no idea what their new product is actually supposed to do.
So what should you expect from this particular 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.
One great side effect of using this type of product is that water is pushed into the muscles, which cause them to appear fuller and larger than usual.
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.
Easily the most commonly heard myth surrounding this product is that it causes bloating. It does not. Science has shown that while it pushes water into your muscles, it does not under any circumstances force water between your muscles and skin to cause a bloated appearance. So don't fall for that myth, because that's all it is!
We would also like to discuss the opinion that you need to stop using this after eight weeks to avoid becoming used to it. As this is a naturally occurring substance you needn't worry about this the way you would with other supplements. In fact, athletes use this all year round.
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 important key to remember is that all this product is designed to do is increase your explosive strength, not help you build muscle. You still need to put in the work in the gym or you won't see any positive results. But by having the ability to push out one more rep at maximum intensity you are able to increase your results considerably. That's where this product excels.
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.
About the Author:
Writer: Russ Howe PTI is a certified Fitness Instructor who helps individuals discover how to lose weight and keep it off. Watch our guide to taking creatine supplements now.
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