I received an interesting note about the supplement creatine, a compound from three amino acids that is mostly found in the body's muscles and brain. It was from an older reader who takes creatine and ...

Creatine supports short bursts of strength and long-term muscle gains with daily use.Pre-workout boosts energy and focus right before exercise.The best choice depends on your goals and workout style.

Here’s the simple version of how creatine works: Your muscles use adenosine triphosphate (ATP) for quick bursts of energy, but ATP runs out fast during intense exercise. Creatine helps regenerate ATP, ...

Medically reviewed by Kristie Reed, PharmD Creatine is a popular supplement used to increase muscle size and strength. The ...

Cycling Weekly: Kristyen Tomcik, assistant professor in the Department of Nutrition, explained how rapid energy released from creatine can provide an extra push needed for high-intensity efforts ...