Description
WHAT IS CREATINE?
Creatine is a naturally occurring compound found primarily in the muscles and brain, where it plays a vital role in energy transport and storage within every cell of the human body. In adults, the body typically contains around 80 to 130 grams of creatine.
Most dietary creatine comes from seafood and red meat, but these sources generally provide far less than the recommended daily intake of 3–5 grams. Note, the body’s liver, pancreas, and kidneys can produce only about 1 gram of creatine per day.
CREATINE MONOHYDRATE vs Other FORM
Creatine monohydrate is a specific form of creatine that is excellently suited for use as a dietary supplement. It is stable, effective, safe and easily absorbed by the body. Creatine monohydrate is by far the best and most extensively studied supplement. It is also the type most commonly accepted by food authorities worldwide.
KEY BENEFITS
- Helps improve muscular endurance and recovery
- Provides nutrients your body needs to support optimal muscle function
- Supports increased strength and power.
- Boosts energy levels
- Enhanced High-Intensity Exercise Capacity
WHY IS CREATINE IMPORTANT FOR ATHLETES?


In order for our body to find the energy to ‘go’, athletes need adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Mechanistically, creatine supplementation
saturates the intramuscular phosphocreatine stores and free-creatine levels, facilitating a greater capacity to rapidly resynthesize ATP
and buffer hydrogen ion accumulation. Creatine therefore provides an additional energy reservoir and aids in maintaining optimal
energy levels during intense physical activity.
BENEFITS of CREATINE FOR ENDURANCE ATHLETES.

By supplementing with creatine monohydrate, endurance athletes can enhance ATP production and improve exercise performance.
When co-ingested with carbohydrates, creatine enhances glycogen resynthesis and content, an important fuel to support high-intensity aerobic exercise. In addition, creatine lowers inflammation and oxidative stress and has the potential to increase mitochondrial biogenesis.
Expected Results
Individual results may vary, but you can anticipate improvements in physical performance, enhanced lean muscle growth, and increased strength and power. Additionally, you may notice cognitive benefits, such as improved memory and reduced mental fatigue. Consistent use of creatine supports increased muscle and brain creatine levels, promoting better mental and physical performance.
A Product Fact Sheet is available for download on the Pillar Performance websiteÂ
