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May 2021
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#36: NUTRITION - Creatine: How Much To T...

Martin MacDonald
About this episode

In this episode, we reach the pinnacle of the creatine series! I discuss exactly how to work out HOW MUCH creatine YOU need. I tell you exactly WHEN you need to take it. I also discuss a couple of things to avoid!

References for the studies discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep36

TOPICS

00:50 - How exactly I put creatine in my mouth

03:40 - How to work out exactly HOW MUCH creatine YOU need

06:37  - The two effective strategies for Creatine loading

14:40 - The optimal time to take creatine 

19:21 - The truth about taking creatine & caffeine together

24:10 - Should you cycle your creatine

27:20 - Responders vs Non responders

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