Any women here who use Kre-Alkalyn or Creatine?

[Sharon Needles]

Hey guys,

I would like to put on more muscle / strength, but I can't seem to find any ladies on the womens' forum who use creatine or Kre-Alkalyn.

I read on the supplement forums that a lot of the guys like Kre-Alkalyn a lot, (in fact they go crazy about the stuff!) Are there any women here who have used Kre-Alkalyn?

And if so, what was your experience on it?

Any feedback would be helpful.

[*Destiny*]

I have never used Kre-Alkalyn but I have been using creatine for almost a month now and I have made amazing gains in strength. I can't say enough good things about it. I know a few other women on this forum use it as well.

[Sharon Needles]

Thanks, Destiny.

So, anyone else out there want to speak up?

[mommykuce]

I don't think there are that many women using creatine cause I posted asking questions and only got a couple of responses. I use TRAC on the recommendation of someone else, and I see a difference, but more in the fact that I have less muscle soreness (which is the reason I started on it) and also I get less tired and have more stamina during a workout. I guess that would lead to greater gains. It has only been a couple of weeks for me, and I also have been pretty sick so I haven't used it in about 1-1/2 weeks. I used creatine when it first came out and had a lot of problems with bloating, but so far I don't have any gastro problems. I did have to practically eliminate most dairy from my diet cause after I would eat some my stomach got really upset. I didn't have any more problems after cutting back drastically on dairy.

[grace91181]

I use HP CEE...and love it. My workouts are alot more productive. W/CEE you won't get the stomach pains or water retention. For women you should only take 2.5 grams a day and I take mine before my workouts. I've only been on it for 2 weeks but I'm already seeing a difference. For example on my EZ Curl i used to do 25 lbs 8-12 reps 3 sets. And now I'm up to 40 lbs 8 reps 3 sets. Hope I helped ya out :-)

[Sharon Needles]

I use HP CEE...and love it. My workouts are alot more productive. W/CEE you won't get the stomach pains or water retention. For women you should only take 2.5 grams a day and I take mine before my workouts. I've only been on it for 2 weeks but I'm already seeing a difference. For example on my EZ Curl i used to do 25 lbs 8-12 reps 3 sets. And now I'm up to 40 lbs 8 reps 3 sets. Hope I helped ya out :-)

I hate to sound like a newbie, but what exactly is HP CEE?
Which company makes it?

And Grace, that's an amazing gain in strength! May I ask what other supplements you are using? Thanks!

[syckgirlsfv]

I guess it just depends on the person, because I don't use creatine at all, or anything else besides vitamins and whey protein, and on biceps I am up to a 65 pound ez curl bar, 2 sets for 6-8 reps. this is after my warm up with the 40 pound ez curl (2 sets of 20 reps) and a set or two with the 50 or 55 pound ez curl bar. so it just depends on the individual...

[grace91181]

Hey Sharon....HP CEE is Higher Power Creatine Ethyl Ester. Its really cheap but tastes like crap.
I take 5 grams glutamine 2.5 grams of CEE w/gatorade before my workout. The gatorade I think really helps mask the horrible taste.
And after the workout I have Opt Nutri whey w/5 grams glutamine.
I take a multi vitamin, 400 IU Vitamin E, Glucosamine Chondroiton and Fish Oil. And before I go to bed I have protein shake w/glutamine. It really helps me w/recovery. I'm hypoglycemic so the glutamine helps stabalize my blood sugar so thats why I take so much of it. And she is right...it all depends on the person w/supplements you just have to try stuff out to see if it works for you. Some people say that glutamine does nothing for them w/recovery but it has helped me out alot. So good luck to you.

[MsJewels]

I'm taking creatine, however can't comment too much on it yet, as I'm only just into my second week. I was told to take only a creatine monohydrate, to avoid getting overly bloated.

[mommykuce]

Make sure the creatine is micronized. It is easier on the kidneys and is better absorbed. It also causes less bloating.

[grace91181]

Creatine Ethyl Ester just came out...and causes no bloating or water retention. And is 100% absorbed. Do a search on it on BB's site and they'll explain more.

[rungrl]

Creatine Ethyl Ester just came out...and causes no bloating or water retention. And is 100% absorbed. Do a search on it on BB's site and and they'll explain more.

I agree, I have been using Cr2 CEE, the pill form, and have had great results.

[Deb-fit]

HI! I have been using it for about a week now on the recomendation that it won't cause bloating. So far so good. Energy is also awsome. Need another week to really know for sure!

[Sharon Needles]

Well, I am sure it's true that it depends on the individual...

But, being a vegetarian, I probably get no or very little creatine because creatine is found in meat. I ordered my bottle of kre-alkalyn and hope to experiment a little with it to see if it helps.

And thanks for the response, Debbie! And thanks to everyone else!

[sillyvent]

I use pinnacle- esterified creatine 4000. It's pill form and is AWESOME!!

[rijasom]

I cycled through one session of creatine back in Feb - I had amazing gains in both strength (amazed at how much i can bench now!) and muscles grew! It is really important to drink lots of water though with it because its not great on your kidneys otherwise. I have now started taking kre-alkalyn after hearing about the boys raving on about it - will let you know how i get on!

[AdeleB]

I use creatine every time i go to the gym. I notice I have greater strength and endurance. It's also got a great taste. Mmmm sweet tarts... I have to agree though, drink lots of water cause it's no good for the kidneys and I find it causes headaches if I don't drink enough water.

[healthynutty1]

I LOOOOOOOVE KRE-ALKALYN!!! Very little, if any, water retention, awesome strength/lean mass gains, and even lower body fat! Ordered more