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I have significantly more energy when I supplement with creatine and I have talked with and heard about many others who report similar improvements.
I'll leave the "how does it work" statements to you.
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I have significantly more energy when I supplement with creatine and I have talked with and heard about many others who report similar improvements.
I'll leave the "how does it work" statements to you.
Anya,
"I have significantly more energy when I supplement with creatine and I have talked with and heard about many others who report similar improvements."
That's fine, and I agree with that. But does that mean it is due to more muscle glycogen?
I'm not trying to flame you here, just clarify. Once something is stated on these boards, it dies hard. You don't want to lead people to think that by taking creatine, you increase muscle glycogen. Energy to crank out a few more reps, yes, more glycogen, no.
That's all.
W6
"I have significantly more energy when I supplement with creatine and I have talked with and heard about many others who report similar improvements."
That's fine, and I agree with that. But does that mean it is due to more muscle glycogen?
I'm not trying to flame you here, just clarify. Once something is stated on these boards, it dies hard. You don't want to lead people to think that by taking creatine, you increase muscle glycogen. Energy to crank out a few more reps, yes, more glycogen, no.
That's all.
W6
If not from increased glycogen storage, what is the source for increased work we both agree on?
As for the flame thing, understand that I am 20 years old and do not represent myself as being an expert in anything but yes I did find your original post over the top. I've read dozens of your older posts and I would already defer to you on any topic.
As for the flame thing, understand that I am 20 years old and do not represent myself as being an expert in anything but yes I did find your original post over the top. I've read dozens of your older posts and I would already defer to you on any topic.
IMO, you also need to refuel your body after a workout. The meal after Volleyball days is typically tuna, crackers, tomatos and carrots? That doesn't sound like enough quality food to refuel the body. I'd cut out the crackers - they are really processed and prob full of hydrogenated oils.
As was mentioned above, I'd have at least 1/2-1cup of oats in the morning.
As was mentioned above, I'd have at least 1/2-1cup of oats in the morning.
Possibly, increased PCr (phosphocreatine) but not shown in all studies and/or better lactate buffering that will prolong the onset of fatigue during a set.
The crackers are not going to hurt her in small amounts, they are a source of sodium and she'll burn the fat. We used to laugh about runners eating pretzels after a race, but in reality if that is the only way you can handle eating salt, then do it. She needs the sodium. If she can get it another way, then that's fine as well.
I'd add a couple of servings of rice along with the carrots, plenty of them. That should do and plenty of water.
Skorty, have your doc check your total and free testosterone, IGF-I, DHEA-sulfate and thyroid panel. Make sure all this is within normal limits.
W6
The crackers are not going to hurt her in small amounts, they are a source of sodium and she'll burn the fat. We used to laugh about runners eating pretzels after a race, but in reality if that is the only way you can handle eating salt, then do it. She needs the sodium. If she can get it another way, then that's fine as well.
I'd add a couple of servings of rice along with the carrots, plenty of them. That should do and plenty of water.
Skorty, have your doc check your total and free testosterone, IGF-I, DHEA-sulfate and thyroid panel. Make sure all this is within normal limits.
W6
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Not eating before weight training and after fasting for 7 hours is not a good idea at all. I'd say that'd give you a pretty UNintense workout. In fact, if I don't have carbs and protein before training (an hour or so before) I may as well not go. No point.
Skip the flax immediately post-workout. Take it later with your eggs and spinach. And add some oatmeal or rice or something to that meal.
Skip the flax immediately post-workout. Take it later with your eggs and spinach. And add some oatmeal or rice or something to that meal.
Thanks for your replies. I'm adding oatmeal, in the mornings every other day, brown rice or a small sweet potato with my lunch meal every day along with the salad.
Should I add creatine after my weight training in the morning or before I go play volleyball or both?
I've started my weight training in the gym again after being off and I'm feeling very strong and last Sunday played 4's, 2 on 3 sand and and we beat them every game. Then played 2 on 2 and won every game. Total of 2 hours.
I hate to admit, I had a Sante Fe burrito from Taco bell about 3 hours earlier with a diet coke. I left all my healthy snacks by mistake at home, an hour and 1/2 away..but I must say I felt really good when we went to play volleyball. But I guess that tells me something..what I need before going to play..not Taco Bell of course, but my own brand of the same might be good, minus the fat
Should I add creatine after my weight training in the morning or before I go play volleyball or both?
I've started my weight training in the gym again after being off and I'm feeling very strong and last Sunday played 4's, 2 on 3 sand and and we beat them every game. Then played 2 on 2 and won every game. Total of 2 hours.
I hate to admit, I had a Sante Fe burrito from Taco bell about 3 hours earlier with a diet coke. I left all my healthy snacks by mistake at home, an hour and 1/2 away..but I must say I felt really good when we went to play volleyball. But I guess that tells me something..what I need before going to play..not Taco Bell of course, but my own brand of the same might be good, minus the fat
skorty3 said:
Time of day doesnt matter as far as I've noticed skort. The effects are continuous, not short lived. Divide the doses else you're risking diarhea. Maybe 5 grams 3x daily, but no way should you go over 10g at one sitting. Just make sure you keep taking it at the same time every day to keep the continued benefit.
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