E14 - Creatine
Sep 30, 2021•28 min•Ep. 14
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Episode description
Creatine is probably the most well-studied supplement and it consistently improves athletic performance and cognitive function. This episode covers pretty much everything you need to know about it and how to get the most benefits from it.
(0:00) - Intro
(0:20) - What Is Creatine & How Does It Work?
(2:41) - Performance Benefits
(3:42) - Muscle Growth
(4:54) - Should Endurance Athletes Use It?
(6:19) - Do You Need to Supplement It?
(9:04) - Other Benefits of Creatine
(13:02) - Type & Dosage
(16:27) - Timing
(17:56) - Do You Need to Cycle off Creatine?
(19:50) - Safety
(24:16) - Impact on Kidneys
(25:18) - Hair Loss
(27:19) - Outro
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