Creatine

What is creatine?

Creatine is an organic, nitrogen-containing compound found in muscles, blood, and nervous tissue. It is produced in the kidneys and liver from three amino acids: methionine, arginine, and glycine. Creatine is an important element for the body's energy production. This statement explains why creatine supplements are so popular among athletes.

Creatine is not produced in muscles; it reaches them via the bloodstream. When creatine reaches the muscles, their physical capacity increases. When the amount of this substance in the body is increased, for example, by taking creatine supplements, more creatine reaches the muscles, which further increases their capacity and volume.

There are several forms of creatine (e.g., creatine hydrochloride, creatine nitrate, etc.), of which the most popular is creatine monohydrate, usually presented in powder form.

Who are creatine supplements for?

As we have already mentioned, creatine supplements help increase strength and endurance; they are intended for those who want to recover faster after hard workouts, as well as for those whose goals include quality muscle mass. Therefore, creatine is especially popular among representatives of sports requiring great physical strength, such as boxing, bodybuilding, although professionals in almost all sports do not shy away from this supplement.

Benefits of creatine for athletes and beyond:

• effectively helps increase muscle mass and volume;
• useful for increasing strength and endurance;
• helps improve physical performance;
• positively affects muscle strength – by correctly taking quality supplements, you will likely be able to lift heavier weights;
• you will quickly see their benefits during short and intense workouts;
• positively affects the ability to move faster and more intensely.

Creatine supplements: how and when to take them?

When taking creatine supplements, follow the manufacturer's recommendations. A "creatine loading" phase of about seven days is recommended when starting use.

It is recommended to take creatine supplements with folic acid and vitamins E and B12, as a deficiency of these elements reduces creatine production and absorption in the body.

Creatine absorption will be better if you take the supplements with juice, glucose, or other fast-acting carbohydrates, as well as with protein. Why is this important? The mentioned substances raise insulin levels, and it is insulin that transports creatine to the muscles through the circulatory system.

Creatine may not be the best choice for weight loss, so it is essential to follow usage recommendations.

It is important to take appropriate doses of creatine. Taking too much creatine can eventually lead to side effects such as diarrhea, cramps, etc. It is also important to know that caffeine inhibits the effect of creatine, so when taking creatine supplements, you should limit your consumption of coffee, black tea, and other caffeinated beverages.

Creatine supplements in our assortment

We offer a wide selection of creatine supplements, where everyone will find a product that best meets their needs, expectations, and financial capabilities. We include products from only reliable and highly reputable manufacturers in our assortment, so we are pleased to offer our customers high-quality supplements.

One of the selection criteria is the manufacturer. In our e-shop, choose "Amix", FA, QNT, "GymBeam", "Kevin Levrone", "Olimp", "VpLab" creatine supplements. All manufacturers' supplements are highly rated, healthy, and safe to use.

Creatine price

Creatine supplements also vary in price, which is influenced by composition, manufacturer, weight, and other aspects. The cheapest in our assortment cost a few dozen euros, while the most expensive cost a little over one hundred.

Where to buy creatine supplements?

Regardless of whether you are already taking creatine supplements or have decided to buy them for the first time, prioritize only specialized stores and high-quality supplements. You will find such in the e-shop www.apolonopapildai.lt – choose the most suitable for you, pay in the most convenient way, and we will take care of smooth and prompt delivery of your purchase. We will deliver goods to any city in Lithuania within 1-3 business days: Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipėda, Šiauliai, Panevėžys, Alytus, Marijampolė, or others. Delivery to other European countries takes a little longer – 3-5 business days.

The e-shop provides creatine prices, composition, and reviews. If you want to save money, wait until the desired supplement is on sale – this is an opportunity to buy a quality product quite cheaply.

If you cannot or do not want to buy online, you are welcome at our physical sales point – the "Apolono papildai" store is located in Vilnius, Kalvarijų street, in a strategically very favorable location. We offer not only a wide assortment and competitive prices but also pleasant, professional service and comprehensive assistance in choosing. If you do not know which creatine supplements are best for your sport, our team is ready to advise and help you choose.