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It’s summer. You’re cutting. You’re losing press strength.
Sunshine, beaches, pool time. You want to look good in your bathing suit. You’re trying to shed some fat and look good. But then it hits you: you’re bench press (and other pressing movements) fall off a cliff. Your other lifts, like squat and deadlift don’t seem as affected, and might have even gone up…
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Dispelling Creatine Myths
Creatine is by far the most well-studied supplement in the world of fitness, with over three decades of scientific research proving its effectiveness and safety. Despite all of its positive benefits, such as increased recovery, strength, and cognitive function, many myths continue to linger. Below several popular myths are addressed. Water Retention One of the…
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You Eat a Lot of Red Meat. Should You Still Supplement Creatine?
Red meat is a rich source of creatine. A kilogram (2.2 pounds) contains 5 grams of creatine. Creatine is supplemented by athletes, bodybuilders, and recreational lifters for its benefits, but if you eat a decent amount of red meat, is there any benefit? Well, the commonly suggested amount of supplementation is 5g daily. As it would…