When people first start using Creatine, many follow the “loading protocol” — usually about 20–25 grams per day (split doses) for the first 5–7 days, then drop to a maintenance dose of roughly 3–5 g/day. The goal: to quickly saturate muscles’ creatine stores so you can reap benefits — like improved strength, power, and muscle gains — as soon as possible.
Indeed, some studies show that the loading phase can elevate intramuscular creatine levels by ~20–40% more rapidly than lower-dose approaches. That means, in theory, you may notice performance gains (power, strength, possibly early “pump”-feel) earlier.
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