I Took Creatine for 100 Days - here’s what happened

[@LauraTryUK]

Some additional notes about this video: 1. 20-30% of people have naturally high creatine levels so supplementing with it may not make a difference to them. 2. Studies are being done on creatine for brain health, mental health, fat loss, immune system, concussion, and sleep deprivation. 3. Dr. Darren Candow (PhD, CSEP-CEP, Professor and Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina, Canada) said: "Creatine is the safest, most effective dietary supplement on the planet." Wow! Huge statement. You can listen to him via the link in point 4. 4. If you want to learn more about creatine, this is an excellent podcast by The Ready State: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oanWqoOQh5Wgd68

[@paakbaak]

Laura, could you give an example of your split in the gym, for a week? I'm 48. Been back at the gym for a couple of months now. Thanks

[@LauraTryUK]

@@paakbaak I'll make a video about it in a few months.

[@misterbenn100]

@LauraTryUK Thanks for the content Laura. The way you present topics is different than anyone else i've seen and really appreciated. If you stopped creatine after these 100 days, could you please give us any feedback on how it feels after a week or month without it? Thanks.

[@LauraTryUK]

@@misterbenn100 Thank you for your lovely comment and support. I do not plan on stopping creatine at all - it has too many good benefits and studies.

[@johnkarpierz9147]

@LauraTryUK I'm one of those crazy wild Spring Chickens that takes my shirt off when I workout.

[@kberanoyd]

I’m a lifelong veggie and this was a game changer for me. Not only for strength gains, but my energy levels throughout the day and general cognition is something I’ve never had before. I will take this for the rest of my life.

[@LauraTryUK]

I am _loviiiiiing_ this comment! Thank you so much for sharing so others can take inspiration 🌟

[@73Katerchen]

As a veggie you should watch out (besides supplementing creatine) on Zinc, Vitamin B12 and Amino Acids (especially the essential ones) Then you are good to go 👍 I struggle becoming a vegetarian and take the easy route of eating veggies, fruit and meat 😅😉 but hey to each it's own 👍 By the way creatine has now proven to prevent Alzheimers and also crucial for brain function.. Cherrs George

[@PS-bs8oe]

​​@@73KaterchenGeorge, as u know, veggies often are much more aware of their intake than carnivores. GSE Chlorella an Spirulina tablets are a good ( and very controversial, yes I am aware) source of iron and B12, vit. K etc.. Seaweeds provide vitality and cleansing. They should be taken far from other supplements as they sweep out the body. May be a good waker up around 2 or 3 p.m. In the mornings a multivitamin and vitamine D drops taken in oil ( btw it tastes excellent in almondpaste, guilty vitamine and calcium pleasure :-))) ) will do the trick. Personally I dtill have to try the liquid supplement this youtuber drinks but I never skip echinacea tablets a.m. and p.m. Let's see jow it goes with the newfound saltwater routine !!@

[@user-xi2zy2mv4e]

@kberanoyd For those on an unhealthy diet, such as a vegetarian one, creatine can address dietary gaps, offering essential health benefits by preventing deficiencies. Prioritize a well-rounded diet that encompasses all essential nutrients. Supplements should complement a balanced diet, not compensate for an unhealthy one. They are not intended to support inadequate nutritional habits.

[@laurlaurmarmar7697]

@@user-xi2zy2mv4eVegetarianism is not inherently unhealthy.

[@SarahHorner]

I take creatine every day - it's part of building a water-drinking habit for me. Along with strength training my bone mass is improving, but my procrastination game is still strong.

[@dp513]

I'm a 52 yo female. I started calisthenics training 3x per week 3.5 years ago. I started creatine about 3 months into my training and noticed a significant improvement in my recovery. It is the only supplement I've taken where I've actually noticed a difference-I'm never giving it up!

[@LauraTryUK]

OH! This is the best comment EVER! I loved that you shared this, thank you so much!!! And awesome work for the training and supplementing 💪

[@sophiejones9684]

I have found EXACTLY this too. I’ve never noticed a difference from a supplement before but creatine has made such a dramatic difference to my recovery. I’ve gone from constant DOMS weight training 2-3 times a week to doing 5-6 sessions a week and wanting to go for runs and long walks on top. I’m telling everyone who’ll listen 😂

[@LauraTryUK]

@@sophiejones9684 I'm listening 🙋🏼‍♀

[@alicejwho]

Very interesting comment. I've just started adding in some calisthenics and ohhhh I'm so weak! It's so satisfying though, seeing very small gains in dips etc. I really must get some creatine, too.

[@alicejwho]

@@sophiejones9684 thanks for that info. Very encouraging!

[@susank580]

The strange but wonderful experience I have been having since watching your videos is: just as I have been researching a specific facet of health topic or considering making changes, out pops a video by Laura Try! And it's like you are the final nudge i needed. It's crazy. Like, crazy in a good way. Except for the desert island idea. I have no desire sleep with snakes.

[@wonkypamela9585]

Got a good chuckle from your comment about IQ test (interesting video btw). At 57 I’ve noticed a slump in recovery and menopause symptoms have been catching up with me. This video has peaked my interest. I’m definitely one of those that considered creatine to be for bodybuilders. Truly appreciative. More importantly, it’s really nice that you’re back from adventures/posting again.

[@gwynniethepooh]

I’m green to your channel but it’s quickly become one of my faves. I am 43 & have been learning/researching muscle benefits for health & recently bought some creatine. I was only taking it on days I exercised. I love your informative video & will continue to take it everyday now. Thank you. Btw, you & your accent are just the cutest.

[@somethingsmatter]

Oh man I have to try creatine now! As a woman I’ve been hesitant to try it! Another banger of a video lt, you are in great shape!! Well done!

[@LauraTryUK]

I was hesitant too! And I don't even know why - perhaps because it's a white powder marketed to muscular men. But the research is saying great things!

[@b-sideplank]

Everyone should take it. Great to see you're getting results!

[@LauraTryUK]

That's what Dr Darren Candow said in a podcast with Kelly Starrett!

[@johnmcgaheran3576]

Just started using it. Researched for a bit first. I'm closer to your dad's age, with a few broken parts, and noticed i'd lost a good deal of muscle after last surgery. Can't work out heavy, or too long, so I want what I do to count. But the part about brain health is what really convinced me to give it a try.

[@LauraTryUK]

It sounds like a great idea you are taking it! I am looking forward to hearing my dad's thoughts about it.

[@mariacarrillo6249]

I call it my morning double “c”s (coffee and creatine) 😊 I am 53yo and have been taking creatine monohydrate for 3 yrs now. I weight train 4x a week. I lift heavy to stay ahead of any menopause weight. I have experienced exactly what you have experienced: build muscle, improve performance and increased of strength. I love to see fullness in my muscles where it wasn’t there before. I do think I carry water weight but I personally love it. No hair loss, I still have abundant hair for my age. Great video!

[@LauraTryUK]

absolutely fantastic Maria! Thank you for sharing your experience with creatine.

[@andreag396]

Hi Laura your videos are inspirational! I’ve I discovered your channel this week. The fact that you are honest is so refreshing. You are not afraid to share the ups with the downs. Thanks to you I’m going to the gym today for the first time in ... oh goodness it’s been a long time!😂 when I crawl out of bed tomorrow i will remember, “this will pass”, it can only get better 😀

[@LauraTryUK]

OH WOW! You are going to the gym for the first time in a long time - this is really awesome, well done. Each day going may well be a challenge, but it's a challenge we need to face for our health 💪

[@LifeHackerMax]

Yes! I’ve been taking Creatine for about 3 months as well. My reasons are mostly for motivation and brain functions. I don’t know if it’s placebo or it really works but I seem to be able to do more stuff in a day than before I started to take it. Great video, as always!

[@doreenmorawski3484]

Great video. I just started taking creatine a week ago. Nice to see a video from a woman. I'm 50 and started weight training. Can't wait to feel the benefits!

[@adhamomar702]

Dear Laura, I’m a person who has issues with functionality, I had a concussion when I was young, and from there it became difficult for me to process action. When I sow you rowing the Olympics, you didn’t inspire me, because I didn’t run the next day to do my own racing. But what you did was that you showed me beauty that I deeply appreciated, In theory I know that you can cross the Atlantic, in practice I know that I can’t do it, and if I attempt, I will be sleeping with the fishes. But like that many things about you revolve around performance, I liked the blood test you did, I will eventually get one like it. Around April I had a hunger strike for a month (due to family problems), my body got depleted from everything, so I was taken to hospital and they supplied me with many things that were missing. I was surprised at how strong I got, I got stronger than even before, Chemicals do drive us, and it’s lack of chemicals that make us see weaknesses in our selves. I admire the fact that your father has a gym membership. My father has diabetes and he started having dementia, I wish I started him on a gym routine. I will still look for ways to get him exercise, I will also look for ways to restore his cognitive functions. But it’s people like you who show us the cross Atlantic long journeys and make us believe that in the right circumstances we can do it. There is a movie called the (way back 2010) that movie was my favourite of all times, It showed that if you put one step infront of the other, you will eventually get to your destination. We hear about people who went on a pilgrimage to Mecca on foot, we don’t relate to that, we see them as spiritual people who are are fixated on their task. You are exactly a real life type of the people we see on those epic journeys, and you make it easily relatable because you are just the girl next door who wakes up with a foggy mind, lacking energy, and struggles to do push-ups. Something about you despite your normality contains a high ability to process action, and when you do, you endup pulling epic stunts. And from that point onward the rest of the zombies un the world copy your recipe, your algorithm in how you processed what you processed. You are a pioneer. Everyone else is a follower. Keep up the good work. PS: checkout Becky fidler on KZbin She has a great approach to exercising, she looks at muscles and their functions, and how to develop them. I dont know if she covers everything, but I know that if a person wants to have a deep understanding of how workout functions, that’s the best place to start with. She is like a sports physiologist.

[@user-cr3fz8lz2i]

I’ve taken a cheaper creatine for years with basically no change. Tried a “better” version and started have weird dreams…and I rarely dream at all. You have to try various brands and version of this supplement. I think about 1/3 of us see no benefits and that’s a normal statistic. If it works for you…keep taking it! I’m still searching for the right brand for me. You’re awesome LT! Keep the vids coming!!!

[@LauraTryUK]

You m ay be someone who has naturally high levels of creatine?

[@user-cr3fz8lz2i]

Could be…I’m just going to continue my workouts and stretching to keep myself “feeling” young at 60! Being flexible is becoming more of my goal…and I’m NOT flexible…yet. Working on it!

[@LauraTryUK]

I think the fact you are working on it is enough 💪 Good on you!

[@user-cr3fz8lz2i]

@@LauraTryUK 🙃🏋️‍♂️🚵🏻

[@nikefreak1371]

Honestly you look so good after taking the supplement there’s a visible difference it’s amazing if that’s not proof I don’t know what is ❤

[@amandaporter5046]

I just started 3 days ago - too soon to say, but hoping my tummy can handle it 🤞 Your 200g bone density increase is fantastic, as well as the fat loss/muscle gain - great results!

[@KikiAndJeffreyPearl]

Karen and I just started taking Creatine. We are taking our daughter’s classes most every day (she is a trainer. These are sculpting exercises). I add it to my pea protein drink every day (we eat plant based). It seems to be helping us. We feel stronger in the workouts.

[@AlJenkins-m7r]

BRAVO LAURA... as per usual your video was very well done. You cover the subject at hand with simplicity yet still in full depth. And your style, as always is adorable! YOU are the ONLY You Tuber that I have subscribed to, because you are exceptional. I wish you were into gardening as well, growing your own organic vegetables for eating because I love gardening, and would like you to expand your amazing world so you can share it with overs. Your Canadian devotee Al

[@sandystrait3878]

I've taken creatine in-frequently and I have noticed that it does improve my strength and recovery. Thanks for doing this.

[@frankiechan9651]

Congrats Laura - you've actually recomped/ changed the composition your body in the 100 days. 52 year old male. Had been doing regular resistance exercise for the last couple of years and added 3g of creatine daily plus some additional protein powder (12g whey) each day around 6 months ago. I do feel I have a little more energy when training plus some of the mental benefits. Maybe some of the recovery benefits too - but I can't be certain of that. From my reading, I'm probably under-dosing on creatine and may pop it up to 5-6g, based on the bodyweight calculations.

[@LauraTryUK]

I’d be interested to hear your thoughts on the increased dose 👍👍👍

[@rhizomove6631]

I adore you! You have become my go to work fitness coaching. "It's Friday!" Thanks.

[@zitjednoduse]

Hello Laura, I’m mostly runner, but I do a lots of “triathlon” trainings (bike, swim and weights). I’m recommending creatine for everyone. It helped with my performance, regeneration and strenght overall. On the other side- I have more acne after it. I’m gained +1kg muscle mass and lost 1,5 kg fat during my trainings and taking creatine (3 months). I ate and trained the same.

[@NorthPoleBear]

Awesome results Laura, looking fit.

[@73kdt]

I loved the results when I took it but had to stop because it upset my stomach. Love your videos their so inspiring and honest ❤

[@Teragram68]

Thanks for the information, its a supplement I am considering as I do some basic weight training at home. I am 56 and feel very fatigued after the training, not even lifting heavy either. Also managed to injure myself 🤦‍♀️ I will definitely look into buying some now. I wish I could pay for those blood test you had, but currently out of my reach. That said I never say never. 😊

[@BrianJRocheMusic]

Hey Laura, love the video! I have been taking it regularly for the last few years. I find it improves my energy and focus in the gym, and my muscles feel fuller. Yes it retains water in the muscles but it leads to better hydration and I find better recovery.

[@lowrievans7300]

Perfectly timed video! I've been wondering about creatine recently. Thanks for sharing

[@LauraTryUK]

excellent news! I hope you found it helpful. There's some great studies showing fantastic things. If you want to learn more I really recommend this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oanWqoOQh5Wgd68

[@lowrievans7300]

@@LauraTryUK Awesome, thank you! I've been really enjoying your videos recently - learning a lot and helping me think about my own health and small changes I can make too!

[@wayne-oo]

Laura your looking fabulous !

[@andrewmacdonald3405]

Great before and after vids. Whether it is creatine or the other changes you have made, the transformation is amazing!

[@santosvella]

Another good one Laura. Just wait will you read about Taurine.

[@LauraTryUK]

any good resources/links etc? Do you take it?

[@dawnofthedelts]

Taurine is FANTASTIC to stack with creatine. Those of us 40 and up would benefit greatly. It's not considered an essential amino, but it has been found to aid in so many body functions and is cardio protective. Better sleep, less anxiety, improved vision, assistance with weight loss...it goes on and on. Taken with magnesium, it is such an underrated powerhouse.

[@ralphchristianson]

Good to see you stuck with the program and jast gave it an excellent effort with wonderful results.

[@rdrstrengthconditioning757]

Loving your videos and covered topics. Keep up the great work 🙂

[@merlinrubyyoda]

Good job on this video Laura, keep up the good work on your fitness journey!!!!!

[@toughgirlchallenges]

I took creatine when I was waking the Wales Coast Path in 2022 and it massively helped with my recovery and allowed me to walk the 870 miles in 50 days. I felt amazing for the whole trip - . However, I ran out about 4/5 days before the end and it really impacted me not taking it.(I was using Lamberts - but they haven't had any in stock since June 2022) I've started taking a different brand now in the am (which I don't think is as good a quality), with athletic greens and collagen powder (protein rebel). Great way to start the day! Thanks for another awesome video!!

[@PeteOnPurpose]

Yes LT love seeing your transformation, seems like all your hard work with training and diet is paying off. 😀

[@LauraTryUK]

cheers Pete 💪I feel much better for it.

[@juliebotwood6246]

OH HECK YES!! Thank you for this! Added it to my basket - checking out now - consider me now confident that it’s not just for muscle men and isn’t gonna make me fat 💪🏼

[@EdEscapes]

great video i love creatine i started a few months ago. good to change the narrative of creatine making people gain weight it has helped me lost weight too

[@sophieoliver2715]

Great video. Feeling so inspired by you and your journey. Blood and stool samples, creatine supplement… feeling like I can finally get some clarity on my health and some support with being my most vibrant self in life!! So much Love 💗 Xxx

[@presentpossible]

that jacket/blouse looks amazing on you!

[@DG-EditsYT]

I like your videos, only seen one or 2 but i like your personality its really refreshing

[@freeatlast1810]

Great video (again). It's been awhile since you popped up again in KZbin (not since the Theragun). Good to see your still going 💪💪

[@LauraTryUK]

I’m still here 🙋🏼‍♀️ Thanks for watching. Wow, the Theragun video was a while back.

[@alicejwho]

As always, very interesting and informative. Food for thought, for sure (i've never tried creatine). I'm so impressed by your results, especially the muscle gains. I started a resistance routine 3 months ago and, though I've lost fat, according to my scale i haven't gained muscle, even though I've upped my protein. So, go you, LT!

[@LauraTryUK]

Hey Alice, thinking as I write.... the fact that you have lost fat means you will have a higher % of muscle than before....? So seems as though it's all going in the right direction 💪 Are you using ferocious effort and pulling faces like me? 😂 Perhaps consider creatine - us women need it!

[@knightveg]

If you go is to build muscle while being lean Protein helps but it's your calories what you take in what determines your body shape Type any search engine myprotein macro calculator It works out how many grams of carbs fat and protein you need for each day

[@alicejwho]

@@knightveg thank you. I used to log all my macros on an excel spreadsheet (this is before apps...around 2005) and it worked! But these days I'd rather just eat healthy, avoid too many refined carbs etc and get enough protein. Complicating my food adds stress to what should just be easy, abd I don't like it. I guess I won't be entering any bikini competitions! I appreciate your input though 😊

[@alicejwho]

@@LauraTryUK thanks for your reply 😊 Yes, you're right, my muscle rate is higher (slightly!) But after your video, I checked and I've lost a lb of muscle...allegedly. The thing is, I don't trust my scale tbh, as every time my weight temporarily increases by 1lb (you know how it does that...) my fat% goes up by 1%. Now, that can't be right! So I should probably just go by how strong I am, how I look, feel, and how my clothes fit. I probably should have realised that before commenting! I tell you what, though. At 57 I feel better than I have ever done, for certain. Even with all the hormonal stuff (no HRT) I think apart from having healthy habits, it helps to be endlessly curious about life (I have more than 20 hobbies that I rotate - I mean, who has the time!) and to realise chronological age is really not very important (apart from counting the number of years we've managed to stick around!) I've been taking NMN for over a year. On the fence about it. But I do believe the cold plunges have reset my thyroid through the hypothalamus, which I didn't even know about (sorry I might have said that before). I'm rambling. I get excited because I think people could improve their lives/health with small changes and just don't realise! And (thanks for asking) I'm lifting dumbells at home. I have a set of powerblocks. But in the first 12 weeks I didn't lift heavy as I was recovering from 6 weeks of a v sore back-tweak...never want THAT again. Anyway, that's probably the key to it: weights not heavy enough. Just started my second 12wk round and much more confident to go heavy. Hoping it'll help my beloved cycling too. No need for reply...you're a busy gal!

[@knightveg]

@@alicejwho yep counting calories and counting macros pain the bum, It much easy to eat a more balanced diet Sorry to be a pain an offer and other tip if ok The usually say 1 g of protein of your lean body mass so say you are 80 lbs lean muscle that 80g of protein roughly a day

[@klimtkahlo]

Watching you while at work! 🤫 can’t wait to get home!

[@LauraTryUK]

🤫🤫🤫

[@klimtkahlo]

@@LauraTryUK ❤️🥰

[@kwahdomo9598]

Hi Laura, you should do a audio book or a mind app. Your voice is so calming, I would happily listen to a LT mind/meditation app.

[@LauraTryUK]

lol, thank you for saying so.

[@SturleyArt]

Another great video Big T. Thanks for sharing.

[@lauraledford2534]

Your jawline looks so much sharper and your neck looks tighter! I can see the difference in your skin. Might be reaching for that creatine tomorrow morning now 😅

[@suebritten8028]

I've only just discovered your channel, and I'm really enjoying it and learning loads. Could you leave the video running for a few seconds at the end, so I (and others) can hit the like, please? I'm usually so engrossed i forget and then have to restart it to add a like 👍🏻 Thanks, keep up the good work 👏🏻

[@Suziesuzi]

Ooh I might give it a go. I want to start strength training soon. I really like your jazzy shirt, it suits you⚡️

[@LauraTryUK]

It’s a great combo! The shirt is a dress- I wish I’d showed it. Wore it because it actually fits now 😀

[@Suziesuzi]

@@LauraTryUK 😀 maybe in the next video 👗

[@johncox5460]

Thanks Laura I will give it a try I hope the hair loss doesn’t happen 😧keep up the vids very good to watch👍

[@LauraTryUK]

From what I have read, watched and listened, it's not something that happens. This is a great one hour podcast if you have the time: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oanWqoOQh5Wgd68

[@poweredbysoul6630]

Nice video Laura:) Been a subscriber since 2021 lockdowns. Seeing your channel growth since then has been inspiring! I haven't taken creatine before but am planning to try it out soon.

[@ruggerobonaventura4215]

Hi Laura, another great video! Just curious, have you noticed if creatine affects the quality of your sleep?

[@NicoleDeanna]

I've been taking creatine for about a year now. It's helped me push my squat and deadlift for sure. It does have me carry around water weight, but that's ok. I didn't know about the hair loss, something I've experienced lately so I'll need to look deeper into that.

[@lexasilvestre]

That thing about hair loss it's a total myth. No real, trust worth it study have found anything that back this up.

[@douglasjohnson9472]

My brother used it years ago for gaining mass and got some awesome results. I'm very tempted to try it out to assist with fatigue and energy.

[@LauraTryUK]

If you do give it a go, please report back with your results 🙏🏼

[@amykrupa-wyckoff4601]

I've taken creatine in the past and retain so much water; at the muscular and cellular level, and kind of felt like a bloated dead cow during that time. I've been thinking about taking it again, just at a lower dose, to see what kind of results I'll get with the leveled up resistance training. Thank you for sharing your journey and the information, it's greatly appreciated. Have a terrific day!

[@equestrianwhotravels]

I take creatine every day along with the collagen peptide supplement. I have noticed overall muscle recovery, cognitive function, increased performance in my workouts. My sleep has been great as well!

[@valdius85]

Great transformation, very impressive.

[@denikodenikodeniko5874]

What a coincidence, I just got my order a couple of minutes before this great video poped out!

[@LauraTryUK]

No way! Have you taken creatine before?

[@denikodenikodeniko5874]

@@LauraTryUK Never. I was refusing to because I heard rumors that it causes kidney stones. Eventually I gave in to the "risk". Love all of your videos btw, found you because I was fasting :)

[@LauraTryUK]

@@denikodenikodeniko5874 If you have any doubts, take a listen to this podcast: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oanWqoOQh5Wgd68 I found it incredibly interesting!

[@juliemindit3356]

Will definitely try.what skin products do you use?your skin is beautiful

[@NoxDineen]

The workout faces are so very relatable!

[@stephen_101]

Awesome results - thanks for sharing and you've given me something to think about👍 Never knew it improved cognition, so might be worth an experiment and see if it helps me.

[@LauraTryUK]

Thanks for commenting 🙏🏼 So much research been and being done, and some really great things coming from it 🧠 It's basically extra power and energy for the brain .

[@JazzmanBabzoo]

I started taking beta alanine (when I happened to order some to qualify free postage) never having taken any supplement before bar vitamins and protein shakes, but I have to sing its praises. It helped alleviate depression, give focus, and of course increase longevity and general energy for workout. I read a bit about BA pairing well with creatine, so I guess the trick is to know the top up amounts once you are up to max capacity after a few weeks. Great channel thanks LT

[@Oliviawww164]

At 60 I started taking creative in my post work out protein smoothy. I can definitely lift more and my resistance training at home has improved. Didn’t know I could take it on rest days though. Thanks for the info. Subbed 🙏

[@andrewgreenwood2884]

Im 50 and my strength levels are getting less and less. Roughly 3 months ago (100 days) I started taking BCAA power and that really works for me. Creatine never did it for me. I was taking it with water and it was basically producing expensive urine and not much else. Im glad its working for you though

[@niamhbyrne4036]

Which BCAA are you using? Thanks Have a lovely day

[@andrewgreenwood2884]

@niamhbyrne4036 if I'm honest i use the one that is on special offer. Currently I'm using USN the raspberry favoured one

[@mercedesfoster8257]

I take a1/4tea every other day in the am. I'm post menopausal, have a hairline hip fracture, arthritis throughout my spine so these issues fatigue me. The creatine has helped with the fatigue and endurance. I did find when I took it daily the water retention made me feel worse. Overall highly recommended, it has helped me get back to the active life I enjoy.

[@giorgipiorgi]

I’ve been taking 5g per day and noticed improvements in the gym and at work. I work a physical job and feel stronger and generally less fatigued. Excited to see what happens when I reach full saturation as I’ve been working out for years but never taken creatine 💪

[@jameswoodall9261]

11 months after my comment and all is still true. Still taking it. Don't sweat the gym face. Shows hard work

[@williameddy7217]

Great Video !!! I am definitely going to give it a Go Thanks Lara

[@LauraTryUK]

I am so pleased, thanks William 🙏🏼

[@williameddy7217]

@@LauraTryUK Thanks for making Great Videos ( Laura)!!! Sorry for misspelling your name last time

[@Mikes-Mysteries]

Years ago when I was a regular gym guy, I tried it and got a nasty headache. Never tried it again. Maybe a better brand works better. Thanks for telling your experience!

[@LauraTryUK]

interesting! Perhaps give it another try? Huge studies saying how good it is. Ps - also drink more water as it does attract more into the muscles.

[@elizabethwebster3461]

Yep definitely going to give it a go I work in a health shop so it’s there on the shelf but your video has inspired me to give it a go will start on Monday which is 24th July so by November I should be seeing some results 😊thanks for the video x🥰x

[@thecardoski]

Great job, love your hair.

[@Alpk412]

Thanks for the info very much enjoy your lighthearted approach. Do you take AG1 as well?

[@danieln6356]

I've taken it off and on and had good results... knocking on 50 and finally have some injuries overdoing it :-/ so.. gonna get back at it. You look beautiful btw!

[@melan8edgoddess251]

Great video beautiful!! Thank you ❤

[@amanaudio92]

30 year old male, I have taken and do supplement w creatine monohydrate every few days. Previously when I did take it in higher doses, I experienced better muscle growth, more intense workouts and better recovery. It also feels great when the muscles feel full and bigger during supplementation. Now I mostly use it for recovery when i feel the need for it. On the downside I have experienced some hairloss. I have had a genetic predisposition towards male pattern baldness which I have been experiencing regardless of creatine supplementation, however I believe creatine did accelerate the hairloss slightly. This isn't really a big deal for me tbh. Plus imho if you have a genetic predisposition, you'll lose it anyway. Your posture and the way you carry yourself matters way more than how much hair you have as a man in my experience.

[@LauraTryUK]

The last sentence 🙌 Having more hair never made anyone healthier either 😀

[@connerhughes1435]

Ive tried it but not enough to notice results, but with its reputation and what I learnt from your YT, I must stick with it.

[@LauraTryUK]

defo stick with it Conner, give it 2-4 weeks and see if you notice a difference 💪

[@nancykennedy9397]

I've been taking krealyn. I take 2 capsules before a workout and 2cnore after if it was a strength training workout. I'm a 64 year old female and I believe it has helped me retain my muscle mass. I get compliments on my shoulder and back lately.

[@xandersmomsamby]

I will definitely have to look into getting some to try

[@John_spartan]

It’s good for your heart and brain as well.. it helps keep atp higher than normal . It’s pure energy for your cells in the brain .

[@cindycox218]

I like taking creative. I mix powder creative into my morning tea and before I run.

[@rivaslefox]

I've been diagnosed with CFS/ME & creatine really helps with my symptoms.

[@PC-Elect]

Good overview LT. It would be hard to parse out the effect of creatine when you made so many changes simultaneously. However, yes, it is well-researched and accepted as safe and effective. My question is how do you know if you have naturally high levels? Also, What is the scale/body analyzer you use? Thanks.

[@LauraTryUK]

I’m not too sure about knowing about naturally high levels. Perhaps a blood test? 🤔 Or if someone doesn’t feel much benefit.

[@BearTechNation]

I've been taking Creatine for around 6 months and the benefits are worth it! I combine it with HMB, which helps my muscles to recover faster. HMB accelerates the healing of torn muscles too. Be warned: If you take HMB, take it in the mornings. When I take it in the evening, I am windy all night. That is horrible! 🤢

[@ClarkKent71]

One thing you missed is taking creatine monohydrate with some lollies after you do strength training. Your muscles can absorb creatine more easily when insulin is present. It also kicks off recovery.

[@MM-li8nk]

Wow, great body comp stats Laura! I need to be more disciplined with taking mine. :)))

[@onlygazza]

Creatine made me extremely ill due to a backup in the urinary system and I started to piss all the time then has an extremely bad stomachache and ended up going to the doctor. I took a small amount of it so I’d say to people be careful ⚠️

[@nevertoolate8589]

Interesting results. I’ve always stayed cleared of creatine as its sale is banned in France, which made me doubt its safety.

[@LauraTryUK]

I didn’t know that. That’s odd.

[@pearlhartney9]

Was just looking at a load of creatine that my son left behind when he left. I didn't realise that it helped with cognition that is really interesting as I get a lot of brain fog. Might give it a go.

[@keithfletcher5024]

Great video Laura, will taking creatine strengthen my leg muscles I try and run most days and as I am getting older i feel as though my legs are naturally loosing muscle. Many thanks.

[@peterhabel]

Great input :-) I have taken it, but I got worried that it did impact my overall performance as a long distance runner... It kind of messed up my VO2MAX, but that could have been for a multiple of other reasons as well. Other that actually following to my training plan. I did that 100% :-) But my VO2MAX dropped, not dramatically, and my perceived performance suffered. Hart rate higher, I run most of my runs in zone 2... Not sure there is any evidence that runners do not benefit from creatine thou...

[@mechellespillekom5891]

Thanks for the video, it’s great timing because we just bought our first tub of Creatine. Both in our 60s and do weights training, but I’ve had plantar fasciitis and inflamed Achilles after an 800 km hike, I’m hoping that Creatine helps these attachment sites eventually (as I know the blood supply to these areas is lower). Wondering if anyone else has used creatine for this problem and what the results were??

[@kbeilers]

Love your videos. Where did you get your awesome shirt?

[@johnjones928]

I used to take creatine back in thr 90's, from what I read back then it was first used by sprinters to stave off muscle fatigue when interval training. Body builders took to it to maintain power throughout their rep cycle.

[@Soaring_Seajay]

I love your videos. I tried a very small amount of creatine (1 gram) and it made me gain weight and get puffy. I tried it for months. And I do work out! So I gave it up. I was very sad about it.

[@steveblog1]

Did I just see you in a preview for a Channel 4 show Laura? 😮

[@dresden_slowjog]

Bloodwoorks! I don't supplement with creatine but it might be a very good idea to have your baseline creatine levels tested before you start using it to catch an actual kidney diseases. (No hard workouts or tons of fish and meat before testing I think). High levels of creatinine in the blood can be an indication of kidney failure. In this case, the filtration capacity of the kidneys is so severely restricted that creatinine can no longer be sufficiently filtered out of the blood and the creatinine concentration rises. The creatinine value is usually used to assess kidney function and monitor kidney diseases. If the kidneys are damaged, this can be measured using the creatinine value. Conversely, however, creatine and creatinine have no negative effect on kidney function.

[@LauraTryUK]

I had an extensive blood test a few months ago, my creatinine levels were in the pits: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gau3p4ePl7mdgJY

[@Paul9]

I’m mainly into endurance trail running and when I last tried it felt a bit bloated and heavy which put me off. I’m going to give it another go though as probably most of that was in my head.

[@catasaciova2722]

Hi Laura,Love your videos! Can you share where to buy the Creatine you used please? 🙂

[@LauraTryUK]

Hey, I use Creatine Monohydrate Creature by Bulk: tidd.ly/3Y2vsQJ

[@johnramsay7408]

I was taking it for around 5 months a few years ago, the problem I found with it was the muscles grow quicker than the ligaments & tendons can keep up creating tendonopathy’s and muscle imbalances

[@francisjtuk]

That was my finding too. I started being able to lift much more in the squat and bench but unfortunately my tendons couldn't keep up.