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Deloodid said:
Ive got 5 left so might as well go with it.

im now on the search for more, anyone got any recommendations on pre working out supplements.... im looking at you @steken1
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I don't use them mate, they mess people up. Have a strong black coffee about 45 minutes before if you need a kick. I honestly think they'll turn out to do real cardio vascular damage in time.
 
Deloodid said:
well im on a low carb diet, so i need something low carb, i i have creatine, but im not sure if thats for giving u a pre work out boost? would creatine be enough?
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Creatine takes time to take effect, using it pre-workout will have zero impact on your training compared to if you took it after. When you take Creatine the only thing that matters is that you take it daily.
 
steken1 said:
I don't use them mate, they mess people up. Have a strong black coffee about 45 minutes before if you need a kick. I honestly think they'll turn out to do real cardio vascular damage in time.
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http://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/14/business/death-after-use-of-jack3d-shows-gap-in-regulation.html

Yeah.

You shouldn't really need a 'boost' before a workout, if you do then really you're just deceiving yourself because the weight you're lifting or the distances you're running aren't down to your natural ability.
 
Deloodid said:
well im on a low carb diet, so i need something low carb, i i have creatine, but im not sure if thats for giving u a pre work out boost? would creatine be enough?
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Creatine is one of the few supplements that does what it says on the tin, just not for everyone. Works very well for me & you will feel the difference once you've loaded and again when you stop using it. It's very different to the pre-workouts though.
 
Deloodid said:
well im on a low carb diet, so i need something low carb, i i have creatine, but im not sure if thats for giving u a pre work out boost? would creatine be enough?
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Your body needs time to become fully fat-adapted, and this is even more true when it comes to exercise as your body up until recently only knew how to metabolize glucose for anything more intense than walking. Keep going. - it gets better. I've been LCHF for 8months or so now and I can just go out there and hit the ground running.

All those supps I mentioned are good for low carb apart from Creatine, which I use very sparingly. Look into a product called UCAN Superstarch too, which is a very slow release starch, doesn't spike blood insulin, and actually promotes fat oxidation that is gaining traction with the low-carb endurance sports community. You could also try making a smoothie with a coconut milk base and peanut butter for pre workout.
 

Deloodid said:
Ok, ive binned my pre workout gels.
so creatine is good or bad on low carb diets?? and if its ok, do u take creatine on non gym days?

thanks for the advice so far. :cheers:
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All creatine does is allows your body to reform energy in it's purest form(atp) quicker. because of this you have more energy available and can train harder for longer. It's especially effective in explosive & heavy workouts. I'm very sensitive and it affects my sleep so I don't always use it. You'll gain quicker than not using it but you won't feel too different other than the odd upset stomach cos it doesn't mix or absorb that well
 
Deloodid said:
Ok, ive binned my pre workout gels.
so creatine is good or bad on low carb diets?? and if its ok, do u take creatine on non gym days?

thanks for the advice so far. :cheers:
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Probably a good move to bin those gels if you're LC :)

I'm far from an experienced user, but yeah standard practice is to "load up" on creatine with 3-4 doses daily doses and it will improves your strength and power.

Also, if I can just throw one suggestion out there - this is my number #1 tip for anyone who wants to know more - find a health/diet/fitness podcast that you like and just listen to an episode each time you work out. That's what I did - I've listened to literally hundreds of hours of podcasts just in the last 6 months or so and have learned so much from them and put many of their ideas into practice.

A few of my favourites are:

Ben Greenfield Fitness (Ben is an Ironman triathlete and a general diet/fitness guru)
Vinnie Tortorich (Vinnie is a PT to Hollywood stars, and preaches "no sugars, no grains")
Endurance Planet (tilt towards endurance running and triathlon, my personal favourite)
PaleoRunner (Combines paleo & endurance running!)
The Fit Fat Fast Podcast (Similar to Endurance Planet - very well put together imo)

peace,
 
Today I'm starting my training for Tough Mudder, did it last year with no training and smoking 20 a day.
I was surprised I made it halfway round.
 
evilwebby said:
Probably a good move to bin those gels if you're LC :)

I'm far from an experienced user, but yeah standard practice is to "load up" on creatine with 3-4 doses daily doses and it will improves your strength and power.

Also, if I can just throw one suggestion out there - this is my number #1 tip for anyone who wants to know more - find a health/diet/fitness podcast that you like and just listen to an episode each time you work out. That's what I did - I've listened to literally hundreds of hours of podcasts just in the last 6 months or so and have learned so much from them and put many of their ideas into practice.

A few of my favourites are:

Ben Greenfield Fitness (Ben is an Ironman triathlete and a general diet/fitness guru)
Vinnie Tortorich (Vinnie is a PT to Hollywood stars, and preaches "no sugars, no grains")
Endurance Planet (tilt towards endurance running and triathlon, my personal favourite)
PaleoRunner (Combines paleo & endurance running!)
The Fit Fat Fast Podcast (Similar to Endurance Planet - very well put together imo)

peace,
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it was 13g of carbs which is over half of my allowence.

thanks for the advice, ill check them podcasts out.
 

evilwebby said:
Probably a good move to bin those gels if you're LC :)

I'm far from an experienced user, but yeah standard practice is to "load up" on creatine with 3-4 doses daily doses and it will improves your strength and power.

Also, if I can just throw one suggestion out there - this is my number #1 tip for anyone who wants to know more - find a health/diet/fitness podcast that you like and just listen to an episode each time you work out. That's what I did - I've listened to literally hundreds of hours of podcasts just in the last 6 months or so and have learned so much from them and put many of their ideas into practice.

A few of my favourites are:

Ben Greenfield Fitness (Ben is an Ironman triathlete and a general diet/fitness guru)
Vinnie Tortorich (Vinnie is a PT to Hollywood stars, and preaches "no sugars, no grains")
Endurance Planet (tilt towards endurance running and triathlon, my personal favourite)
PaleoRunner (Combines paleo & endurance running!)
The Fit Fat Fast Podcast (Similar to Endurance Planet - very well put together imo)

peace,
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it was 13g of carbs which is over half of my allowence.

thanks for the advice, ill check them podcasts out.
 
steken1 said:
Creatine is one of the few supplements that does what it says on the tin, just not for everyone. Works very well for me & you will feel the difference once you've loaded and again when you stop using it. It's very different to the pre-workouts though.
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I'm very lazy to do my research online but would rather listen to someone from here who has actually used the product before.

What do you mean ' when you stop using it '.

I've also heard that Creatine could cause weight gain..... not muscle weight gain at that. Any info on this and the effects it could have. I'm very very interested in trying this product. I've been in the process of gaining muscle mass since last October and ive made wonderful progress. I know people are going to say ' Just continue what you're doing ' but i'm always looking for different and better ideas, supplements to aid etc
 
Why would you use creation unless your into serious weight training and fully understand what it will do to you.
You need to load up on it (stack) in order to have sufficient levels of it.

Better off to spend money on good food, a proper training programme from a S&C coach and recovery protein.
 
As for myself, back in the gym 2/3 times a week following ankle injury.
Easing back into Squats and deadlifts, some Olympic lifts, Max box jumps and other stuff
 

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