Does Creatine Require a Frontloading Phase?

Let's expand on the age old question- do you need to frontload creatine? It may not be necessary, but it certainly has it's benefits. Here are three ways to effectively frontload creatine monohydrate.

Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hey, team, it's been an age old dilemma in the
sports nutrition world. Does creatine require a front loading phase?
The quick answer, no, it doesn't. You can start with
the standard five grams of creatine monohydrate and your body
will absorb its content over the course of two to
four weeks. However, front loading does come with a benefit.
Taking twenty to twenty five grams of creatine each day,

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split into four to five doses for the first five
to seven days will help saturate the muscles faster. So
rather than waiting for results over the course of two
to four weeks, you may essentially see the same results
in two to four days. There's a caveat, of course,
don't expect to look in the mirror after two to
four days and expect to see sea bum. You know
by now that results are all about consistency. Here are

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three tips on how to effectively front load creatine antohydrate.
Number one, stay hydrated shocker. I know. Creating pulls water
into muscles, leading to them appearing fuller, though if you're
not drinking enough water, it may lead to dehydration, leaving
little h two oz for the rest of your body's processes.
Two U two consume with carbohydrates. Taking creatine alongside carbs

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can improve absorption and reduce stomach upset. This will trigger
the release of insulin, which will aid in the body's
absorption of creatine Number three by a micronized creatine. Micronize
simply means smaller or in this case of finer powder
our signature. Creatine has a two hundred MEAs rating, which
is two hundred holes per inch, making it easily dissolvable

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in your favorite beverage. As always, consult with a doctor
or medical professional prior to starting something new, and stay
tuned for a special announcement on creatine coming soon. Until
next time,