Is CREATINE Worth The Hype?

[@TheGamingLemon]

Second video I’ve watched and instantly subscribed. Love your no bs attitude, so refreshing 😂

[@dailywire_memes]

Oh shit, it’s the gaming lemon

[@danielkodiyil9692]

BRAD!!!!

[@jammma516]

Have you been living under a rock!?

[@metalsoup6950]

Literally same

[@suvhamdhital7126]

tf gaming lemon doin here

[@BigJ710]

I’m a fat bastard who hasn’t been near a gym in years , but f-;king love the brutally honest and refreshing content this channel provides, cutting through the day to day bullshit we are all choking to death on !!!

[@alexandertrier887]

You do not need a gym. If you would not do anything at all just do pushups.

[@archersz]

how does you being fat relate to the comment? stop being self-deprecating and hit the gym mate.

[@Femalenun]

Such a refreshing take. Simplified, fun and informative. I am liking the emergence of no BS fitness channels in the last few years.

[@TubbiesTravels]

Quality

[@benjams5743]

40yr old gym goer here, 3 months into using Creatine after your video, feel sensational, getting people comment on my physique change all the time (who havent seen me in a few months), feeling sharper cognitively as well. Lots of thanks and gratitude for this video mate! 👍

[@davidoconnor903]

I'm 57, 6,1 82KGs have been lifting for two years now. Been on creatine for about 2 months now. I didn't expect much. However, this week I dumbbell-pressed 30KGs (60KGs) 9 reps. I've noticed a considerable increase in a few weeks. 1 month ago 3 reps then 5 reps and now 9 good reps. If you had told me 2 years ago I would dumbbell press this weight I would have laughed. I also did 50 proper pull-ups from a complete drop. 10 x 8 x7 x 5 x 5 x 5 till 50. Before Xmas and my COVID I could barely get do 3 (it was COVID, that destroyed my gains). I will never stop taking it along with protein. But that's it, I don't bother with any other supplements. I hope this helps other older guys... Thanks to James for the straight talk.

[@Shvabicu]

You can even drop the protein if your diet is good enough but then again it's a very convenient and cheap source of protein

[@seantoner867]

I’ve lost 4 stone in 6 months whilst maintaining muscle mass, it’s been a slow process but adding creatine has definitely improved my training performance. I train 3 full body workout days a week and keep my step count up and after 4/5 months it became tough especially as the weight came off me, added creatine to my diet and I genuinely have not looked back. Also a very cheap white powder which is not something you can often say.

[@CanYouHandleThis]

Well done 👍!! How many calories and protein grams do you take? I’d like to lose weight like that … it doesn’t sound slow at all!

[@matthewnicholas6365]

I've lost about 3 stone doing nothing but running, no creatine, no weight training, no protein shakes. Bodyfat down to 12% body muscle % UP from 44% to 47% I've no doubt at all that a little bit of muscle has gone, but a tiny fraction compared to the fat that's gone. Net result is a higher portion of my mass being both muscle and water (water up from 56% to 59.5%) Yes, I'm totally aware these numbers add up to more than 100% and no, I don't know why my composition scales do that.

[@ZX6R-w6y]

Mate just out of curiosity,are you using it once a day or a few times? I’ve just started using it and am curious on what amounts to use for best results.

[@reedsmall2601]

@@ZX6R-w6y just take one serving a day 5g a day you can’t rush the results or get better results trying to take more will just lead to problems

[@ZX6R-w6y]

@@reedsmall2601 thanks mate hugely appreciate it

[@felixthecat4584]

I take creatine daily, right after my Testosterone.

[@diddybopper2052]

🤣

[@davekennedy6315]

And your Deca, and Tren, and EQ. Obviously then there's the HGH, Insulin, T3, IGF1.

[@balazshajdu3018]

😂😂

[@TheGuyCalledCarl]

🤣😂🤣😂

[@RiskyDecisionsHQ]

Same bro 😂

[@oldyroller]

I am 50 and have used creatine on and off over the years. But just recently I have started taking the tablets routinely every day. I can see and feel a vast improvement in energy levels. My gym training sessions are better resulting in muscle growth which I was struggling with prior to using Creatine daily. Great video.

[@Darkelan]

I took creatine years ago (in my 30s) and it helped me get more buff than I was in my 20s. I've recently started training again and due to high blood pressure, it took me a little longer to get back into a good physical state. I then started to use creatine again and it paid off very quickly. Lots more stamina and I feel I can push myself a lot more. I feel it's probably even more of a benefit now, compared to when I was in my 30s, as I'm not only older but also vegetarian. I feel people that have a vegan/vegetarian diet should be made aware that without the natural creatine within meat products, taking the powder is probably going to bridge a huge gap.

[@wolvezy]

When do you take it before a work out?

[@Darkelan]

@@wolvezy yes. As I want to be well hydrated before going to the gym, I aim to drink it with my water. Easier to remember to have it that way. If it's a day I'm not going, I'll just take it before bed (i work out after dinner, at night) so it's generally the same time each day.

[@wolvezy]

@@Darkelan ok thanks

[@historislame.official]

I used creatine powder, what's wrong with that? because everyone says it's healthy?

[@Candolad]

At 6:30 you mention Finasteride and Minoxidil. I've been on both for about 17 years. Finasteride side effects are very minimal in most guys and you only take 1mg a day, which is enough to reduce DHT in the scalp. Only fewer than 2% of men experience the side effects of Fin such as erctile disfunction and, for most of those that do, they only last a few weeks. Minoxidil doesn't have the side effects of Fin. Minoxidil stimulates hair growth, whereas Fin reduces DHT, which is why its necessary to use both for effective slowing down of male pattern baldness. Don't worry about taking both Fin and Min for hair loss. They work in 85% of guys.

[@JamesSmithPT]

thanks mate, just don't wanna roll the dice! I'd rather shave it, it dries quicker haha but appreciate you

[@argbbonanza]

Mate had two hair transplant and take 0.5 mg dutasteride and minoxidil no side effects and I was a Norwood 7

[@gauloiseguy]

Just have peace with the fact you're balding, shave, and enjoy your testosterone while it lasts.

[@Justybow]

The 2% side studies are bs. Wouldn’t trust the people behind that tablet for shit.

[@Shvabicu]

Idgaf about my balding and also creatine doesn't increase DHT. That one study was bogus and that effect on hormones has never been replicated. Their subjects were probably blasting gear or some shit

[@juliephillips8633]

I'm 62 female and do yoga,pilates, swim, gym nothing major, I started taking creatine because of achy joints and back, groaning getting out of bed, 3 months in I feel much better and dont groan when I get up, I take it in keffir daily and can't taste it. Works for me 😊

[@keithgriffiths9864]

Thanks Julie. I'm also a 62yr old woman (not Keith) and I've been debating with myself about trying creatine for months. In the last year, I've lost 42lb, so I don't want to gain weight again. I don't mind a couple of lbs if it's muscle. Your input is helpful to me Regards Sue😊

[@jordanblair726]

I would love to take creatine but unfortunately my body didn't react well to it. I've only got one fully working kidney (the other one is like half), and they did not process it well. It increased my creatinine levels significantly (which is a chemical waste product from creatine). This caused my 1.5 kidneys to work in overdrive. Which then in turn caused me to get some serious illnesses that are normally very uncommon to get. So based on my experience if you have had any kidney issues in the past I would suggest not to take creatine. Great video though, love your work Jimmy!

[@13MES13]

+1

[@Flyingwithoutmings]

Just had a scan for my kidneys so I stopped taking creating. Waiting to hear results back now🥲

[@Sam_Saraguy]

Good advice. I've had kidney issues and found that creatine caused peripheral edema (feet and ankles)

[@instrumentaldude8349]

Same here, I still have both of them but I too had to stop taking creatine cause my bloodwork showed kidneydamage. It was not alarming but it WAS caused by the creatine. It is indeed not for everyone. Also stopped taking protein shakes. Liver and kidneys do not like them. I realised it is all just a money bussiness and you don't realy need all that sh*t to build muscle 💪

[@Flyingwithoutmings]

@@instrumentaldude8349 Creatine shows up as excess in your blood work so it’s important to let your doctor know if you’re taking it so that they can assess you better

[@MYxCATSxONxFIRE]

I noticed improvements in and out of the gym about 3 weeks after starting creatine. Feel more energized daily, less rest between sets and more muscular endurance, and lifting heavier than ever. I noticed I got a bigger pump at the gym as my arms stopped fitting into certain shirts after a few high volume bicep / tricep exercises. Hitting new pr's every session consistently.

[@hardlines2635]

That’s water retention, you should ask your GP for a kidney function test.

[@metigame1450]

@@hardlines2635 why?

[@savagejr1325]

@@hardlines2635 pretty sure water retention while taking creatine is normal, and goes away in a few weeks

[@asonofliberty3662]

@@hardlines2635 creatine literally helps hydrate your muscles. Yes, there is going to be more water in them. That is a good thing

[@MattNinetyNine]

Mate can I just thank you. Been a watcher for a while but this video has finally made me go for creatine. Like you said, it just looked to good to be true with the price and was worried about the possible bloating effects. Thanks for doing a well informed video on it mate

[@Nr1GamerGringo]

what i havent seen anyone else talk about and it made me happy to see you say it is the upset stomach. when i was loading up on creatine with those 5 a day 5mg each, i accidently took 10mg 5 times a day for 5 days... i thought that the scoop was 5g flat so i took 5 scoops, it wassent until 3 days after the loading phase was done that i weighed it and it was 10g. for that week i couldnt trust a fart or any thing that would shake my stomach, i shit myself 3 times by just walking and multiple times by farting. it was the worst week of my life

[@MapleBar777]

Thank you for this. Your misery is no longer in vain. 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@chrisdicko1683]

@@MapleBar777 X2

[@m.uebershall4745]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👍

[@1122redbird]

Almost every video I have watched has talked about the potential upset stomach effects. Not sure what you're watching.

[@stickleback73]

50 yrs old celiac with adhd and dyslexia - bad genes! Anyway been taking creatine since April and noticed a big difference. Better recovery and stamina both with weights and cycling. AND I have never felt so positive I have over the last few months noticed feeling so much more positive about myself, I have better attention and clarity too. No coincidence imo either as I have been constantly training and keeping good general fitness for the last 10/20 yrs. Also no related dietary issues. Creatine is now a life time supplement for me. When.. First thing in morning with my water and then coffee Thanks for the great conten! 👍

[@andrenunes3258]

Based on personal experience, I kinda recommend you do cycle it, mostly to compare muscle growth and performance. Once I got into creatine, I would go months taking it daily, then getting 1~2 months without it. The noticed difference made me stop taking it entirely. Fatigue levels were the same (but I'm 25, so...), but my Prs started growing consecutively, and muscle growth too. My body most likely starts inhibiting creatine production when presented in high levels, case of supplementation. So, money to waste, in my case. That's why I recommend to cycle it.

[@E5_Mayor]

Yeah bro im 23 and cycle my creatine as well I've had a 30 serving bottle last me about 2 months and I know for a fact i push my body to the limit and it still holds up, especially on a leg day. right now im trying to shred my bulk and then I'll finish tjis bottle of creatine to put on a bit more muscle after my cutting stage.

[@TheDoomWorm]

if you're watching this recently, some researches came out saying that creatine will have no effect on "androgenetic alopecia" also you can take Finasteride and Minoxidil via drops on your scalp. This way it wont affect your sex drive (speaking from experience) it's just more annoying this way compared to taking a pill each day

[@Alilouisa]

Started taking it just over a month ago. Weightlift 2x per week, boxing 1x per week, running 5k 3x per week. No change to that program throughout and I’ve gained a pound of muscle & increased all my lifts. Had to really experiment with when to take it. Before bed upsets my stomach the least. Recovery is faster which means I can push it a bit more in each session. Very happy with creatine & keeping it a part of my daily routine. I did not do a loading phase at all and so I didn’t notice anything for around 3 weeks so all the gains have suddenly popped up in the past week.

[@nolimit29]

Does it upset your stomach even without the loading phase?

[@poitynine]

⁠@@nolimit29nah, I did 25g a day for a week for the loading phase and it never upset my stomach. Nobody I know has said they felt ill from it.

[@joemarshall4415]

@@nolimit29I loaded up with 10g a day for my first time on creatine, I had 10g a day for about 2 weeks then down to 5g, no issues other then a few more trips to the toilet a day hah

[@endokrin7897]

That's amazing! Gaining 1 pound of muscle in the past week, all from creatine!

[@Alilouisa]

@@nolimit29 so I realised the upset stomach was because it was too close to when I had my coffee in the AM (even without a loading phase) taking it before bed fixed it.

[@mmanerd5813]

I've only had a positive experience with creatine even though I was skeptical at the beginning. Many years ago I was competing at a high level in sports and my body didn't look like it at all. However, once some of my friends got on it, after only 2-3 months they started looking great. Once I got on it, I reached my peak physical form at that point within 6-9 months and felt like I could flip a truck :D The one and only ''down side'' to it is that you are going to have to drink a lot of water, but if you are already good with it, there is no reason why you shouldn't take it. James, you are one of the realest dudes out there. It is always refreshing to see that you are staying true to yourself and being exactly who you are. Big respect my man!

[@asonofliberty3662]

@@Qckfjfbsnaldbfbddj are you talking to the right person?

[@TubbiesTravels]

Please to hear that

[@MyName-bw1kz]

I hope this helps whoever might be considering it. I'm a typical skinny dude and have worked out both at home and in the gym but didn't really see the results I wanted until I started taking creatine. My muscles grew at a noticable pace and they were even harder, even after 2 months of not working out but still taking creatine, my muscles were still of impressive size and maintained their strength. Definitely recommend it!

[@shubhamsinha2362]

Does it cause hair loss?

[@asonofliberty3662]

@@shubhamsinha2362 I have never once heard it mentioned in anything about creatine, From videos of people Who are just recommending it and others who delve into the science. Not once have I heard anything about hair loss from creatine monohydrate

[@PennyPinchDramas]

Straight the point and made it simple for a beginner to understand! Love it.

[@excop77]

I am so happy I found your channel. Everything you say and explain is already well known information(from Creatine to Clenbuterol)… but I love the way you are breaking it down and really hope that many people, especially youngsters who are so easy influencing will find your channel and will not only learn but will start to show some critical thinking. Stay strong and awesome! 💜 💪

[@satyris410]

Could not agree more.

[@GHOSTOFEIGHT]

When I started lifting seriously in NCAA basketball, I took Creatine MH and it WORKS!! I felt amazing and recovered way faster and almost had instant gains in the gym.

[@jasongriffiths2367]

Smart, direct, informative and hysterical. You've got yourself a new subscriber good sir. Keep up the epic work.

[@crappygamer4927]

Love the no nonsense approach to this. Subbed

[@beefcakeii]

Been taking creatine regularly for years, helps a ton with my performance, endurance and recovery is phenomenal even at 43.

[@Skeware]

no hairloss?

[@beefcakeii]

@@Skeware not substantial, no. My hair was thinning before I started taking it regularly, though. Seems I was doomed from the start lol But, maybe some others have had a different experience?

[@Skeware]

thanks for the feedback. I am a bit scared to start taking creatine , because my crown aea has already thinned a bit since my mid thirties@@beefcakeii

[@ricklarson392]

Love your blunt, honest information presented in a humorous, modest manner.

[@Cryptoteeth]

«Oo big boyy» killed me

[@lordsultann]

😂😂😂

[@LauraTryUK]

You’re too good! I’m totally not your target audience but I enjoy your videos sooooo much! You make me laugh and I look forward to each video! Ps- I have a morning routine video…. And a cat. But I _don’t_ do spinning.

[@oliverbriggs675]

i’ve taken creatine on and off for a couple years now and i’ve only ever experienced the positives. i loaded creatine for 7 days, taking 20g, and didn’t experience any stomach issues. i’m 6’3 and 95kg so experimented with 10g a day for a couple months, didn’t notice a dramatic difference between 5g and 10g, other than looking fuller, i have since reduced my intake to 5g (to save money), but as pointed out, it is only roughly 30p a serving, and there are plenty of discount codes for it on myprotein. would fully recommend to anyone thinking about it. great video james, loving the new style of video recently

[@oliverbriggs675]

it also helped me stay lean while putting muscle on, once the calories were high enough

[@charliechalk2554]

The algorithm can’t stop greatness. Keep doing what your doing

[@alicebellamy1117]

I’m 70 & started using JSA at home last year as well as tracking kcal & macros & I’ve lost 24kg in 9 months & got sooo much stronger switched to the gym still using JSA in January was struggling to up weights slowly started MP creatine in w brekkie mix about 5 weeks ago & now I’m upping weights a little every week👏💪💪🥰 Some great shit that creatine 💯

[@MOD3RNS4V4G3]

What's JSA?

[@gunrock00]

@@MOD3RNS4V4G3 James Smith Academy😂

[@Lektuerekurs]

I've been taking Creatine for 4 months now and I absolutely love it and can recommend it. Feeling better and I definitely noticed that stuff like dips actually do go easier.

[@74Nikk]

Creatine monohydrate has doubled in price in the last few years as people have come round to realising its efficacy. I'm 49 94kg and have been training on and off for 34 years. I don't do a loading phase and also like to come off for a few weeks after 10 weeks or so on it. I don't even take protein supplements now, just eat 🥩 🐟 🍗 etc,but creatine I would recommend to anyone.

[@romerosneck]

Home bargains mate

[@PunkerNinetySix]

Goddamn, "Lost city of Atlantis" followed up immediately with "Oh, big boy!" Two hit combo. KO. I died laughing.

[@blaba78]

I was taking 2 scoops daily for the best part of 3-6 months, i had to go for a blood test and they said that there was a surplus (too much) creatinine in my blood, putting either my kidneys or liver under alot of strain and they wanted to keep me in over night! So dosage monitoring i find now is SUPER important

[@icxcnika9399]

I like this guy - no nonsense - keep it simple, getter done!

[@bengreen2200]

I was taking creatine for a while, i didn't really attribute much progress to it, just thought it natural progression. But when i stopped taking it jesus i noticed, I'd pretty consistently lose 1-2 reps off all of my final sets (usually in the 3x10 rep range). Definitely getting back on it!

[@comeberza]

I Experienced a drastic change in hair density when I turned 18 but since then its stabilised a lot. The hair loss fear is my obstacle for it.

[@brandonbartram6292]

I have been training for about 12 years now and only started taking creatine last year.... I wish I had known about it 12 years ago. Its been a game changer in my physique and ability around the gym. Highly recommend anyone on the fence to try it.

[@freeyourmind7538]

​@@jasoncruizer sure, body has been making it, but barely. Apparently, creatine powder is an enhancer Im on the fence

[@alasdairstrachan8306]

Not one to leave comments but dude you are a breath of fresh air out here. Keep it up 👍🏻

[@GrapplingVerse]

Funny story with the creatine scooper, when I was 18 and just starting lifting I ordered some creatine as I had heard the big boys using it. Come to use it and noticed there was no scooper, so I thought oh it’s ok I’ll use my WHEY PROTEIN SCOOPER (25gs). Not only is that single scoop absurd I was also told to load it so take 4 scoops… I was taking 100gs of creatine for a week before my body swole up and my friends thought I got fat.. also I couldn’t trust a single fart and think I shit myself 3 times that week. One thing though I was strong as fuck coming off it and had no effects there after.. just a funny story

[@CaptainUncle1836]

'i couldn't trust a single fart' 😅😅😂 bro that's hilarious

[@karenrowbotham7532]

This is great advice always very helpful thanks 👍

[@Ehwoke]

I haven't used creatine in about 5 years, but I can clearly remember the negative side-effects I had with it. I would sweat profusely in the gym, presumably because I was now holding much more water weight (I was about 80kg at the time, 6ft). When I ran out of creatine I went cold-turkey so to speak, and for the week after not taking it, I had the worst depression; full on low mood, lethargic, angsty. Despite this I'm ready to give it another shot. Hopefully I'll have a more positive experience this time, given that I know what to expect this time round. Thanks for the vid.

[@testosteronetips-cf3yq]

Complete placebo or you had a contaminated supplement

[@pinnah8355]

How's working out now?

[@Ehwoke]

@@pinnah8355 thanks for replying, I forgot to come back on this! I've been taking it since my first comment, and I haven't had any negative side effects. Strength wise I've definitely improved, nothing dramatic but still improvement. This could be down to just consistently training 4-5 times a week though, so impossible to say. I'm terms of negative side effects, I can't say I've noticed a signicant increase in water weight, and I'm not sweating as much as my previous time using creatine. Again, could be because the weather in the UK has been very mild this summer. I haven't stopped taking creatine during this time so unable to comment on the negative side effects described when coming off. I'm taking roughly 5g a day, but the scoop is 3g and then I have to wing it on the second scoop. I also sometimes forget to take it on days when I'm not training, so maintaining a constant level of creatine in my body is an issue. That being said, I haven't noticed any side effects from inconsistent usage. All in all I'd said its probably worth taking. If the research is correct about the benefits, for price you can pay (a 2kg bag was about £40 on amazon) it's probably worth taking it for even the smallest of benefits.

[@pinnah8355]

@@Ehwoke thanks for the reply. The only thing that scares me to be honest is the possible increase in hair loss. I'm 21 and I already have receding hairline so it would probably accelerate the process.

[@Ehwoke]

@@pinnah8355 I can't say I've seen this myself (I have hair down to my nipples!) 🤣 and I've never spoken to anyone who's described this as a side effect of creatine so I highly doubt it would happen.

[@Hamza-qk9yq]

Nice framing @2:14, really helped get your point across

[@JackAcid]

Haha! Many of you have seen a gram before...well, almost a gram...😂 Keeping it real, Mr Smith. Just found your channel and appreciate the ZERO BS policy. Subbed.

[@despaterson8918]

James rocking the Thrudark! Great information, honestly shared.

[@reedsmall2601]

I’ve noticed a pretty big difference in the last month taking creatine. I always at least get 1 more rep out each workout and I don’t feel half as fatigued as I used to.

[@playthegame7445]

I wouldn't advise to use creatine, cos basically all u do is pumping more water into ur muscles, and went u stop training ur muscles will deflate

[@reedsmall2601]

@@playthegame7445 pretty sure that doesn’t happen but even if it did I don’t take creatine to get bigger I take creatine for strength and endurance which I can definitely tell the difference in my runs and lifts.

[@elliotwilkinson8784]

Since I’ve been learning about anatomy, Creatine is elite I cant lie.

[@playthegame7445]

@@elliotwilkinson8784 it's garbage, u'll see how much u lose when u stop taking them.

[@j6cob505]

@@playthegame7445 that assumes someone stops training lol, if you stop training your muscles will deflate either way

[@Beetle965]

Best video about creatin i have seen so far AND the best... no affiliat links.

[@Bobbystone1711]

Loving the content and the honest no bs approach to the delivery and simple matter of fact dialogue. On creatine use I am a normal chap who likes working out and exercising and when I’m not chilling I’m at work Monday to Saturday so I class my self as a normal joe. I have used creative for the past 4 weeks and I stick to 5 and a bit grams once a day and I want to say i feel it has helped but if it hasn’t and it’s a placebo as you pointed out I am happy with that as the bag costs around £30 and last ages. I have made sure I drink plenty of fluids as I gather with the muscles holding more water the last thing I need is to dehydrate and get head aches. Again thanks for keeping the content coming. Cheers fella

[@chowyy]

Love your videos, no bs, cheeky humor, cheers!

[@itsdanieluk]

One of the best fitness content creators in recent years by a mile👏🏻

[@jonathangreen287]

Interesting. Good video thank you

[@VegetaWinning]

Creatine works at least from my experience took a while but noticed I could have shorter rest times and felt like I could exert more force especially in push movements. I did also notice however that my hair that was starting to thin a little got worse and more noticeable

[@princerak8881]

Bald is awesome

[@lolmouf]

i got the opposite. I take creatine everyday and i have too much hair everywhere

[@Shvabicu]

Creatine has no impact on hair loss. That one study was bs and that effect on DHT could not be replicated in any other study. Their subjects were either blasting gear or getting some steroid contamination from somewhere

[@worldsbest91]

Wouldn't just be due to the creatine that your hair got thinner. Could be natural ageing. Could be that your test went up in general if you're fairly new to the gym (assuming you're a dude). Could be completely unrelated stress in your life. We don't know enough because you didn't provide enough info.

[@VegetaWinning]

@@worldsbest91 I didn't say it was just down to the creatine I said the hair that was starting to thin got worse and more noticeable. I know it was the creatine so I added my experiences on it. All other factors such as diet, lifestyle, stresses, workout ect. were all relatively stable and similar before and during creatine supplementing

[@lemonslove-lc5tm]

Thank you. Very informative.

[@archerstu0116]

I started taking creatine capsules just over 2 months ago - I take them when I have my first meal so the sicky vom thing. There has been no noticeable weight gain - still hovering around 75kg, but then I’ve been more careful with my diet - hardly any sugary fizzy drinks, a lot less choc, and less alcohol. But also exercising more regularly. I have noticed my muscles look a tiny bit bigger though which is encouraging me to carry on. 47 and already lost most of my hair.

[@teach450]

By heavier it doesn't mean more fat in this scenario

[@FalcaoXTZ]

Your content has improved massively recently

[@lmsm2015]

Loved the video and the simple-to-understand route that you take to explain things absolutely brilliant James. I have been taking it for about 4 months and haven't noticed any gains or changes yet. I will continue taking it for hopefully cognitive benefits and hope I see improvement elsewhere.

[@katerclickbait887]

This dude is now my favorite and only fitness youtuber. Funn yin a dry way and informative, best of both worlds really

[@CanYouHandleThis]

Great vid! My experience with creatine was 14 years ago (jeez I feel old saying that). So anyway I started with the loading phase and then went on to the recommended dose. My strength gains and bulk look went through the roof and so quickly too. Only downside for me is that I suffer from acid reflux and maybe even GERD. Creatine has a lot of acids in it and did flare my stomach a bit so went off it. But anyone without that problem should be fine! Be conscious too of being heavier. I know scales don’t always matter but if you’re a footballer, runner etc, you may not want to be heavier as you will slow down!

[@liveloveride1676]

I was on rabeprazole for 35 years, the way to control acid is by drinking cabbage juice and then take ACV, now never felt so good.

[@CanYouHandleThis]

@@liveloveride1676 thanks for the tip Sir. I will look into this 👍

[@ForgeMasterXXL]

I would say if you’ve been prescribed one of the …azole drugs it does more than reduce stomach acid, it has a protective function as well. And this advice will probably have changed by the time I finish typing this but the Omeprazole*, Atorvastatin*, Ramapril*, (?Aspirin) combo when you hit the age of 50 is probably the best chance you have of living a better quality of life for a longer period of time. *Actual drugs may vary individual to individual.

[@waleedcchavez]

Dude, I've been following all sorts of people in the fitness industry such as Jeff Nippard, but man there's something so entertaining and different about the way you present these information. I'm not even halfway through the video yet and I'm already laughing myself off.😂 Love it, bro! Instantly subscribed.

[@s1mn130]

Could you a video on compression clothes? About recovery performance etc. love it

[@Usiris23]

😂

[@Luchokekkers]

Love how straight up you are mate, pure gold.

[@MrSeanMDolan]

I’ve gained so much strength and mass since taking it. I’ve also trained a lot harder due to the endurance benefits. I’ve also been extremely dedicated and consistent going to the gym since taking it so it’s all correlated sometimes.

[@Krezmick]

I used creatine back in 2015-18 and it does work. I was bigger and lifted more than I do now as a casual lifter, maintaining rather than building. If you're trying to get mass and build up just use Creatine.

[@jonesnow]

HI James, if you are just doing a body weight programme, will it still help with developing strength and recovery?

[@MuslimWojak]

100%

[@CarlYota]

Yes. Creatine is useful even if you aren’t athletic. Normal sedentary people benefit from it too.

[@UnStop4ble]

yepa

[@marksirca1394]

Awesome, to the point and no bullshit. Thanks.

[@pingpongpom2295]

I'm on it now as a dedicated supplement rather than just mixed into a pre workout can. Just finished testing week in our performance classes at the gym and got PBs in 6 out of the 8 lifts. Could be the training cycle, could be the creatine. Could be both. Like he says, why not, if it's an advantage.

[@nbow51]

Yeah I haven't been taking it this time around, I just started going back to the Gym a year ago, and I've made a lot of progress. You've convinced me, I'll start taking creatine again.

[@kebabtime]

creatine used to be insanely cheap its actually gone up a ton compared to say pre 2018 prices

[@hbpw857]

Wrong

[@edwardbates2562]

This has helped me a lot! thanks again James!

[@jamesspencer3864]

I took creatine on & off for several years. Found it fantastic for workouts, recovery, energy & improved brain function (memory, speed of thought, reaction time etc). Unfortunately I believe it has given me a receding hairline, and (although I feel fine), blood tests from the doctors suggests my kidneys are pretty fucked (I've definitely been drinking enough water), so I'm taking a full year off to assess the results on hair loss & kidney function. I do miss taking it though, and will probably go back to it later this year. Can always get a kidney transplant and wear a wig 😊

[@Shvabicu]

It hasn't given you a receding hairline because that one study about creatine and DHT was bs and that effect could never be replicated. You got hair loss because you're a man and most of us get it anyway

[@whomadethatsaltysoup]

Just over a month back at the gym. I've taken creatine every day along with whey protein, mixed with either Greek yogurt or kefir. Creatine, as you state, is very cheap, has a mountain of research behind it, along with decades of the collective experience of users testifying to its safety and efficacy. I did, at one point, look at the capsules, but they are absolutely huge, and you have to take three of them every day. Pretty sure I'd just barf them up. Love your delivery, thanks for sharing.

[@Daffy-Deck]

I started training at 55 about a year ago. It's been almost a month of creatine use (yes, I did the loading like a bell end), coupled with collagen, whey and cod liver oil, I have noticed cognative enhancements, physical endurance and explosive potential (like the feeling of wanting to run for no reason). I feel some kind of primal surge of anatomical self correction. Put more simply I've been horny AF. I do mildly use maryjane and modafinil as stimulants (of which I feel aid in training). I tend to avoid anything that's "almost a gram", I'm done with peaks and troughs.

[@davekennedy6315]

Mary Jane don't stimulate anything, other than estrogen.

[@Daffy-Deck]

@@davekennedy6315 perhaps you are right, I am very much new in this fitness, thing. But the reality is if someone feels stimulated when using maryjane, and that stimulous promotes a desire to work harder, be more attentive, rest more efficiently, then great for them. Whilst, we need testosterone, we also need estrogen for balance. Not every drug/stimulant/supplement/nootropic works for everyone. I don't feel any less of people that don't feel a deep, creative drive with marijuana, in fact I envy my music mentor that can't touch it. But I think alcohol is kinda shit, I can do without it. If you are saying I need more testosterone to counter too much estrogen then thanks, but I had stated I am a mild user and very active...

[@davekennedy6315]

@@Daffy-Deck yeah, I get you. I used to use it in my teens and personally it wrecked my training. I was weaker, less motivated, just around slower and was living in that constant Cannabis brain fog/fug (slower thoughts, horrendous memory, just very 'dopey') But drugs do effect people in different ways and I do miss that creative/art appreciative side, so I get you on that too. My problem is that I have an 'addictive personality' so I was smoking constantly and soon moved on to other substances, always to excess. I'm 48 now and clean of everything and back training the last 3 or so years (first 2 years natural, last year or so on TRT dose of Testosterone) at home using mainly compound excercises. I feel great and look pretty good for my age I'd say, having put on around 30lb of muscle natural and another 15lb with TRT (along with bodyfat cut) I love it when I hear from fellow older trainers!

[@Daffy-Deck]

@@davekennedy6315 I agree with you about how marijuana is detrimental to some people's well being. Personally I am still weary of enhancers for testosterone because I don't know what I am doing and I would rather face dysmorphia than make stupid mistakes. But I am intrigued with your progress, after a fasting phase my body just wants to eat and eat. I will look into TRT, but think I need at least a year to know my body under stress. Well done on your motivation, I think it's important to be an inspiration to all ages. Weighted calisthenics is the one for me, like you it can be done at home, discreet etc. Yes, I would like the "Brad Pitt/Fight Club physique", but I am strength training not bodybuilding, I train with melee weapons so speed and agility are more important. BTW, you don't have an addictive personality, at the time you were young and the environment was unstable. You're good mate :)

[@Alex-yx4vd]

I’m learning so much. Thanks.

[@ic0nicstreams]

I'm a fat 25st bloke who does not exercise or do any kind of martial arts. But now I'm subscribed because I love the delivery of these videos, I think the education is important and is interesting and you make me want to make better decisions and start my weight loss journey.

[@Mike.Mendes]

Cool channel, great information, no bullshit, like the humour, subscribed.

[@Icem4n84]

I started taking it in the last year, and I've noticed an increase in performance. I'm nearly 40 so I've been happy with that.

[@laney7776]

I have noticed a huge difference in taking creatine. I started taking it for several months and saw improvements in my energy levels. But I noticed the biggest difference when I stopped taking it for 3 months because I was out of the country. I was much more fatigue and had a lot less energy in my workouts, every workout just felt so much harder. Now I am taking it again, and have seen the benefits again. Truly the best supplement, most researched, cheap, and effective.

[@deathpoolswgohmsf2279]

Great video, unfortunately I spent the first minute laughing that you would be so annoyed at the Vshred advert it made me watch first before seeing this. Great work as always.

[@luna_belle5029]

I'm a woman who takes creatine daily and have so for years. I train consistently always for strength and hypertrophy. I have a reasonably lean physique with above average muscle development to every other woman i know. I genuinely love training and the cognitive benefits of creatine. Also it absolutely is the least expensive supplement i take. I'm not a professional athlete or interested in becoming one. I just like to feel powerful and strong.

[@ekayy.8]

Is creating good for boxing?

[@rachelattwood301]

I've taken creatine every day for months and would 100% recommend taking it. It has a huge effect on my training and endurance, I've experienced zero side effects. Only positives.

[@PmatWolf]

James spot on mate i really do appreciate you doing a laymans delivery n no bs well done buddy

[@tonyscates1884]

I love this guy! Good advice, straight shooter, no BS!

[@SloRush]

Appreciate the comedy with the informative take. Great video!

[@SAMZIRRA]

Thank you for making this video. It answered all my questions, and I for real appreciate it!❤

[@mmabennyj]

I hated this guy at first but I think that’s his shtick. I love the no nonsense approach. Subscribed. Thanks for the info

[@speedo6921]

These video's are getting better and better

[@jagsherdhaliwal3191]

Creatine is clutch. I started of with 5g and then tappered off to 3g after 3 weeks. Super consistent and results are 👏🏾

[@PinguimAfricano]

No idea how I only discovered this guy 1 week ago... Love the content and the style

[@rustyelder]

Great info. Glad I took the time to watch more of your content before I decide do be a "regular." Good stuff mate. Good stuff.

[@mindcontinuity5287]

You’re actually great. Love ya personality

[@DarxydeDefi]

Really like your videos bro. Thx mate

[@peterhoare5845]

taking creatine everyday 62 now blood tests showed low creatine levels am losing hair but working as well as a 40 year old very happy

[@lisabigbird]

I’ve started using creatine alongside my JSA plan, only few weeks in but keeping consistent and feel like there is a benefit with using creatine. Will keep going and see how next few weeks go

[@jonnalfaro3623]

This has to have been the best video on creatine I’ve watched and I’m gonna give it a try and see if I do see a difference in performance. I’ve heard everyone always talk down on creatine and it’s what kinda pushed me away from it

[@ianmiddleton8199]

Thanks for the info 😃

[@alexandercarney1305]

Thanks James. Enjoying your content. I’m envious that you swerved the whole Minoxidil and Finasteride nonsense. I experimented with 1mg Finasteride three times a week and Minoxidil for a year. That inevitably led to a large degree of impotence and further experimentation with ED drugs. I eventually reached a point where I’m okay with hair loss so long as I am fully functional 😅 More to the point, my partner insists upon it 😂