To perform optimally, muscles need a lot of energy. The body provides this energy, in situations like high-intensity exercise, in the form of ATP or adenosine triphosphate. Since the body stores only a limited supply of ATP, which lasts for only a few seconds of intense exercise, ATP must then be continuously produced to supply enough energy for the muscles to function. A burst of energy is produced by the breakdown of ATP, when one phosphate group is released, creating metabolic energy. The body then uses creatine phosphate to quickly replenish ATP. The more energy muscles store, the better they can perform in events that require intense, immediate action, such as weightlifting, sprinting, jumping, football, hockey and soccer. Since creatine is stored in the muscle as creatine phosphate, intake of supplemental creatine can increase the production of energy that enables muscles to perform at higher intensity. While the body produces its own supply of creatine, it is not sufficient to supply the muscle with the added energy necessary for intense performance. The benefits of creatine supplementation for endurance athletes have been actively researched. This research has established that creatine can, in fact, extend endurance at a relatively high dose of 20 grams per day. Creatine increases muscle mass and muscle girth if taken along with a sustained exercise regimen. Initially, it may also increase weight due to gain in the muscle mass. This increase may slow down some athletes, especially swimmers. This “slowing down” may be due to the highly aerobic nature of the exercise, and should be reversible after sustained exercise.40 YEARS IN THE MAKING: Ultimate Nutrition is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. Since 1979, we've been perfecting the taste and architecture of our athlete-approved protein and amino supplements. Each selected ingredient undergoes our thorough review and testing process before ever making it into an Ultimate Nutrition bottle. HELPS TO INCREASE STAMINA: Micronized Creatine Monohydrate helps muscle cells produce more energy and Supports many other functions in muscles. It Improves high-intensity exercise performance and Speeds muscle growth. May fight other neurological diseases and lower blood sugar levels. MUSCLE RECOVERY: Creatine is found naturally in the muscle cells and helps your muscles produce energy during heavy lifting or exercise and every scoop delivers creatine monohydrate, which helps reduce recovery time between sets, amplify strength and build more lean muscle. KETO-FRIENDLY: It contains no sugar, no carbs, and no fat - just great-tasting keto-friendly whey protein that you and your body will love. Ketogenic diets may provide short-term improvement and aid in symptom management for some chronic diseases. MICRONIZED CREATINE MONOHYDRATE: Creatine Monohydrate is one of the most widely studied and researched ingredients for improving athletic performance. Creatine has been shown to increase endurance, muscle mass, and strength when taken as part of a training regimen.
