dfspcc20
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I've been supplementing creatine (Creapure) ~5g/day for the past 6 weeks or so.
I've noticed several benefits from it, namely with digestion, strength and sex drive.
However, I do seem to get muscle cramps more easily now. That tendency was there before, but seems amplified now.
My exercise routine isn't anything really intense either. For example, I might do some stretches and simple mobility work, then 3x8 squats at ~%50-60 max, some pulldowns or rows, a couple sets of planks, then be done. That 3-4x/week, and usual daily walks and playing with my kids.
I used creatine many years ago and noticed the same thing and stopped. I'm hesitant to stop now because of the benefits mentioned above.
What causes the muscle cramping, and why is it worse with creatine? I know dehydration can be a factor; I remember seeing people at the gym with gallon jugs of water in the past. I don't have any other obvious signs of dehydration.
Electrolytes? I think I get enough sodium, calcium, potassium; probably not enough magnesium, but I'm not sure that would explain it.
Any thoughts?
I've noticed several benefits from it, namely with digestion, strength and sex drive.
However, I do seem to get muscle cramps more easily now. That tendency was there before, but seems amplified now.
My exercise routine isn't anything really intense either. For example, I might do some stretches and simple mobility work, then 3x8 squats at ~%50-60 max, some pulldowns or rows, a couple sets of planks, then be done. That 3-4x/week, and usual daily walks and playing with my kids.
I used creatine many years ago and noticed the same thing and stopped. I'm hesitant to stop now because of the benefits mentioned above.
What causes the muscle cramping, and why is it worse with creatine? I know dehydration can be a factor; I remember seeing people at the gym with gallon jugs of water in the past. I don't have any other obvious signs of dehydration.
Electrolytes? I think I get enough sodium, calcium, potassium; probably not enough magnesium, but I'm not sure that would explain it.
Any thoughts?