Creatine and its benefits

 


Benefits of creatine




What is creatine?

Creatine is a naturally occurring compound in human body and in foods like meat and fish. The chemical formula of creatine is C₄H₉N₃O₂

Creatine aids in energy production in the body and muscle building.


Function of creatine

Creatine's main function is in the production of ATP ( Adenosine Triphosphate). ATP is also knowns as energy carrier in body cells.

When we do intense activities like swimming, sprinting or lifting weights phosphocreatine donates a phosphate group to ADP to regenerate ATP which provides rapid energy.

It is this rapid energy that helps us during intense workouts.


How does creatine help in bodybuilding?

When we workout, our muscles tissues open up due to wear and tear of muscles. This opening will remain for few minutes. During this window if we consume creatine, it will be absorbed by the muscles. It is this creatine which helps retain water in our muscles and make them look fuller and bigger. 





Dosage

Its recommended to take 3-5 grams of creatine immediately after workout for best results. 


Creatine Supplements

The most commonly used form of creatine is creatine monohydrate. There are many local and international brands which sell creatine monohydrate.

You can check my top 3 picks for creatine here:


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