Creatine or Not

[Gibson Girl]

I would like to start taking creation due to the fact of the great things I have heard about it. I have been weight lifting now for a year and would like to compete in my first competition next year April/May timeframe. I need to lose 10 pounds, lower my body fat and build more muscle. I am 5’3, 130 pounds and 16% body fat. I wanted some pointer weather I need to take it or leave it out of my diet.

Thanks in advance

[ThaChach]

If you are cutting and trying to loose weight then I probably would not bother taking creatine now as that well make you gain.

[pu12en12g]

Originally Posted by Gibson Girl

I would like to start taking creation due to the fact of the great things I have heard about it. I have been weight lifting now for a year and would like to compete in my first competition next year April/May timeframe. I need to lose 10 pounds, lower my body fat and build more muscle. I am 5’3, 130 pounds and 16% body fat. I wanted some pointer weather I need to take it or leave it out of my diet.

Thanks in advance

This should help:
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=827736

[Gibson Girl]

Thanks so much for the information. pu12en12g – the website is very helpful. I also read Jeremy Likeness article on bb.com and were more educate on creatine. While reading the article of Author Rea he stated, “I have also noted that those using a fast acting glycemic carb, whey protein, creatine drink only after training and during diet phases lost more bodyfat yet actually gained lean muscle mass.”

I am going to try it just to see how things work out. I do understand it may be challenging being I am trying to lose 10 pounds and gain lean muscles.

[getbustered]

Originally Posted by ThaChach

If you are cutting and trying to loose weight then I probably would not bother taking creatine now as that well make you gain.

I'm not sure that is completely true. You might want to look into exactly what creatine does and how it works. While it might make you retain some water short-term, it does not promote weight gain. It might help with weight gain by helping you to become stronger, which combined with adequate calorie consumption would lead to weight gain. If you are at a calorie deficit, taking creatine will not make you gain weight.

[RB12]

Originally Posted by getbustered

I'm not sure that is completely true. You might want to look into exactly what creatine does and how it works. While it might make you retain some water short-term, it does not promote weight gain. It might help with weight gain by helping you to become stronger, which combined with adequate calorie consumption would lead to weight gain. If you are at a calorie deficit, taking creatine will not make you gain weight.

^^^ Agreed. mass gain comes from cals not supps. creatine can be used during cutting or bulking

[DrewCU]

Nice Pic Gib, shoulders look sick

[Carmen0857]

Creatine=Good

[_superdave]

Originally Posted by Gibson Girl

I would like to start taking creation due to the fact of the great things I have heard about it. I have been weight lifting now for a year and would like to compete in my first competition next year April/May timeframe. I need to lose 10 pounds, lower my body fat and build more muscle. I am 5’3, 130 pounds and 16% body fat. I wanted some pointer weather I need to take it or leave it out of my diet.

Thanks in advance

Id take it to help with ur muscle gain but also do insane cardio to drop that BF / watch ur calories too but im sure u already knew that! It will help you to squeeze out those last reps!

[Gibson Girl]

You guys are great thanks for the information. I order a bottle of Higher Power Micronized Creatine to from bb.com

[Gibson Girl]

Originally Posted by DrewCU

Nice Pic Gib, shoulders look sick

Thanks Drew I have lost a total of 55 pounds and really looking forward to stepping on stage for my first comp. My goal now is to compete in March/April time frame next year.

[pu12en12g]

Originally Posted by Carmen0857

Creatine=Good

Post of the year !!

[getbustered]

Originally Posted by pu12en12g

Post of the year !!

Don't be modest. You won the award hands down for your use of a smiley in the milk thread.

[brucethejuice]

Originally Posted by Carmen0857

Creatine=Good

Very true!!!!

[Gibson Girl]

I wanted to know if this is how I need to take it. I split my exercise routine due to after work my time so demanding with the kids. Here is my routine.

Monday –
430 – Shoulders workout & 45 minutes of cardio
5:00pm – Chest workout & 45 minutes of cardio

Tuesday
5:00am – 1 hour cardio
5:00pm – Leg

Wednesday
430 – Upper Back workout & 45 minutes of cardio
5:00pm – Lower Back workout & 45 minutes of cardio

Thursday
430 – Triceps workout & 45 minutes of cardio
5:00pm – Biceps workout & 45 minutes of cardio

Friday
5:00am – 1 hour cardio
5:00pm – Leg

I am currently taking (2) Lipo6 in the mornings and (2) in the afternoon. I am also taking a multi-vitamin, CLA & L-Carnitine.

Here are my questions… Should I take creatine after my morning workout, afternoon workout & before bed? I also drink Whey protein shake. I would normally drink it after my afternoon workout can I still drink it along with creatine? I do lift heavy 3 or 4 sets of 12 – 15 reps.

[getbustered]

You can take the creatine after either of your workouts. There is no need to take it three times per day. If you want, you can break it up and take half pre workout and half post. It will work just fine just taking it after one workout, though. The cumulative effect is what you are going for. As long as you are consistent, and take it every day, it will work just fine.

You can take it with your protein shake if you want. I like to split them up, just because I would rather have a better tasting shake. For convenience, you can mix them if you want.

[Gibson Girl]

Thanks a lot Getbustered for your response. I really appreciate it. Nice wedding pic.

Originally Posted by getbustered

You can take the creatine after either of your workouts. There is no need to take it three times per day. If you want, you can break it up and take half pre workout and half post. It will work just fine just taking it after one workout, though. The cumulative effect is what you are going for. As long as you are consistent, and take it every day, it will work just fine.

You can take it with your protein shake if you want. I like to split them up, just because I would rather have a better tasting shake. For convenience, you can mix them if you want.

[Gibson Girl]

Ok I have another question… I have done some reading on when and timing to take creatine and do not quite understand if I am taking it correct. I normally take 2 grams after my workout along with a scoop of gold standard whey protein shake. Should I take 2 grams prior to workout and after workout? Also, 45 minutes after taking creatine should I eat any type kind of carbs such as, green beans, cabbage, and broccoli????

Just needed a clear understanding. I did not do the loading phase. I read where doing the loading phase you will see great results quicker than waiting for 28 days. Now maybe I am wrong… that is why I am here….

Oh by the way... I purchased Higher Power Micronized Creatine

[yazzy1012]

I have taken different types of creatine and NO and it has bulked me up a lot and also made me lose body fat while becoming much more cut and prepared for a show. I would recomend trying it out in your diet and see how it works for you. Right now i am taking Xpand about 30 minutes before my work out and it seems to be working well. Over the summer i took Nitrix and i really enjoyed that pill. Just be ready to take 9 a day!

[getbustered]

Originally Posted by Gibson Girl

Ok I have another question… I have done some reading on when and timing to take creatine and do not quite understand if I am taking it correct. I normally take 2 grams after my workout along with a scoop of gold standard whey protein shake. Should I take 2 grams prior to workout and after workout? Also, 45 minutes after taking creatine should I eat any type kind of carbs such as, green beans, cabbage, and broccoli????

Just needed a clear understanding. I did not do the loading phase. I read where doing the loading phase you will see great results quicker than waiting for 28 days. Now maybe I am wrong… that is why I am here….

Oh by the way... I purchased Higher Power Micronized Creatine

I don't think you necessarily need to take it before your workout (you can if you want) but I do think you need to take more than 2g daily. With standard creatine mono, I would go ~5g daily. Many people go 2.5 pre and 2.5 post, or all pre or all post. Really, it is up to you and what you choose to believe about creatine supplementation. Personally, I believe that as long as it is taken consistently, and your body becomes saturated, over time the results will be the same.

As far as the carbs later, a whole meal containing carbs 45 to 90 minutes after workout is generally a good idea. I say generally because I know some diets are low carb, or only carbs in the morning, but generally speaking it is a good idea. Unless you are on a specific diet, you should probably try to include protein, carbs, and some healthy fats.

[SI03 Board Rep]

If you are not wanting the bloating that you get from some creatines you should look at the Swole V3. It helps with pumps and strength but doesn't give you the bloated look that you get with some other creatines. It would be a great choice when cutting.

[getbustered]

Originally Posted by SI03 Board Rep

If you are not wanting the bloating that you get from some creatines you should look at the Swole V3. It helps with pumps and strength but doesn't give you the bloated look that you get with some other creatines. It would be a great choice when cutting.

Give it a rest, already. I tried to give you the benefit of the doubt, so I went back and reread the entire thread, not just the parts posted yesterday and today. Guess what, nobody ever mentioned problems with bloating. The OP even already purchased another brand of creatine. All you've done in this thread is randomly throw in the name of a Syntrax product, just like always.

When shilling, you could at least try to find threads that are asking product questions, rather than dosing questions. Might not be so obvious that way.