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geo99 · 29-08-2003, 09:29 AM

Hello,

Bit of a newbie here. so, sorry if this is a question that gets asked all the time but i was thinking of taking creatine! but what does creatine do? - i know the basic of what is does, but ive read that it can increase muscle mass - is this true?

and can u mix it with ur protein shake?

oh and anyone know a good price for it in the u.k. so i don't get ripped off????????

i've also read about the uk-muscle discount! how do i get in on that bad boy???

cheers

Geo

***Lorian*** · 29-08-2003, 12:11 PM

A simple analogy that I like it that if you imagine your muscle as being an engine, Creatine is basically the fuel. Supplementing with Creatine will also increase endurance & strength, essentially it can make the different between being able to do say 8 reps of a given exercise or 10 reps. It also makes muscle tissue appear fuller by transporting water into the cells.

Essentially then, if you started supplementing with it you can expect to add a few lb of weight and to be slightly stronger.

The best offer we do is 1 Kilo tub (+100g free) for £29.99 which will last for about 6 months

The UK Muscle members page means you get this even cheaper, I'll send you a PM with the URL.

L

geo99 · 29-08-2003, 12:36 PM

CHEERS MATE! UR A LEDGEND! WHAT ABOUT THE MIXING WITH THE PROTEIN SHAKE? I WAS THINKING OF ADDING ABIT OF GLUTAMINE INTO THE SHAKE ASWELL?

***Lorian*** · 29-08-2003, 12:47 PM

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Originally posted by geo99
CHEERS MATE! UR A LEDGEND! WHAT ABOUT THE MIXING WITH THE PROTEIN SHAKE? I WAS THINKING OF ADDING ABIT OF GLUTAMINEINTO THE SHAKE ASWELL?

You can mix it with whatever you like, into a protein shake is fine. If you opt to 'load' it then something like apple or grape juice is really good as they produce a spike of insulin which drives the Creatine into the muscle tissue.

L

geo99 · 29-08-2003, 12:57 PM

THANKS! IM SURE U GET THESE QUESTIONS ALL THE TIME, BUT AS A BIT OF A NEWBIE I APPRICIATE THE ADVICE!

ANY RECOMMENDATIONS ON QTY'S OF CREATINE AND GLUTAMINE TO ADD TO MY PROTEIN SHAKE?

Desdicado · 29-08-2003, 01:09 PM

5 Grams of each should be about right.

***Lorian*** · 29-08-2003, 01:20 PM

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Originally posted by geo99
THANKS! IM SURE U GET THESE QUESTIONS ALL THE TIME, BUT AS A BIT OF A NEWBIE I APPRICIATE THE ADVICE!

ANY RECOMMENDATIONS ON QTY'S OF CREATINE AND GLUTAMINE TO ADD TO MY PROTEIN SHAKE?

I'd go with Creatine first - otherwise if you add them both at the same time you wont know which is having the effect. I'd always add new supplements into your regime one at a time for this reason.

Creatine : 5mg taken 4 times per day (total 20g) for 5 days for loading. Thereafter take 5mg per day for maintenance. Some people like to take 10mg on training days during maintenance, if your over 200lb then it may be worth considering, otherwise I'd stick with 5mg.

Personally I feel that Glutamine is over rated, I don't doubt its importance in the body, I just dont think the 'guy on the street' will see signigficant results that can justify the cost involved, but of course, thats just my opinion. Feel free to try it and post your results

L

29-08-2003, 09:29 AM	#1 (permalink)
geo99 Newbie Trainer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Norn Iron - Northern Ireland Posts: 84	ADVICE PLEASE!!!!!! Hello, Bit of a newbie here. so, sorry if this is a question that gets asked all the time but i was thinking of taking creatine! but what does creatine do? - i know the basic of what is does, but ive read that it can increase muscle mass - is this true? and can u mix it with ur protein shake? oh and anyone know a good price for it in the u.k. so i don't get ripped off???????? i've also read about the uk-muscle discount! how do i get in on that bad boy??? cheers Geo Last edited by geo99; 29-08-2003 at 12:06 PM.

29-08-2003, 12:11 PM	#2 (permalink)
*Lorian* Administrator Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Cheltenham Posts: 2,535 Blog Entries: 1	A simple analogy that I like it that if you imagine your muscle as being an engine, Creatine is basically the fuel. Supplementing with Creatine will also increase endurance & strength, essentially it can make the different between being able to do say 8 reps of a given exercise or 10 reps. It also makes muscle tissue appear fuller by transporting water into the cells. Essentially then, if you started supplementing with it you can expect to add a few lb of weight and to be slightly stronger. The best offer we do is 1 Kilo tub (+100g free) for £29.99 which will last for about 6 months The UK Muscle members page means you get this even cheaper, I'll send you a PM with the URL. L __________________ Now wearing the Captain's Hat.

29-08-2003, 12:36 PM	#3 (permalink)
geo99 Newbie Trainer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Norn Iron - Northern Ireland Posts: 84	CHEERS MATE! UR A LEDGEND! WHAT ABOUT THE MIXING WITH THE PROTEIN SHAKE? I WAS THINKING OF ADDING ABIT OF GLUTAMINE INTO THE SHAKE ASWELL? Last edited by geo99; 29-08-2003 at 12:47 PM.

29-08-2003, 01:09 PM	#6 (permalink)
Desdicado Gym Addict Join Date: May 2003 Location: Edinburgh, Scotland Posts: 153	5 Grams of each should be about right. __________________ Stop!,...... Hammer Time.

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29-08-2003, 12:57 PM	#5 (permalink)
geo99 Newbie Trainer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Norn Iron - Northern Ireland Posts: 84	THANKS! IM SURE U GET THESE QUESTIONS ALL THE TIME, BUT AS A BIT OF A NEWBIE I APPRICIATE THE ADVICE! ANY RECOMMENDATIONS ON QTY'S OF CREATINE AND GLUTAMINE TO ADD TO MY PROTEIN SHAKE?