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Creatine for Strength and Muscle

Does creatine improve performance?

Creatine increases phosphocreatine stores in muscle, which helps regenerate ATP during hard efforts. Over time, that can improve strength, power, and total training volume. It is simple, well studied, and highly effective.

Key Takeaway

Creatine increases strength and training volume.

Actionable Tip

Take 3–5 g of creatine monohydrate daily.

Scientific Reference

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