Creatine?
Anyone here take creatine?
I weight train 5-6 days per week and I have heard that it can help with strength and muscle gains. That is pretty much the focus of my exercise program right now, only do cardio 2 or 3 times a week for heart health/endurance (elliptical.) My focus is really on building muscle right now, or as much as possible being in a caloric deficit. Am most concerned about any potential digestive side effects or any experiences from people who have taken it. I had my VSG done on August 6, 2013 and I'm down about 158 since then.
Thanks!
I use a post-workout recovery drink from GNC called Afterglow and I believe it has some creatine in it. Make sure you thoroughly research the pros and cons of creatine supplementation. There really aren't a whole lot of studies out there on the long-term effects it has on people, especially females. I definitely limit my intake of it.
And by the way, CONGRATS on your 158 lb. loss - that's FANTASTIC!!
I did for a month or so and noticed zero difference. So I stopped.
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
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Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
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