Busting Creatine Myths with Cohnan Kotarski

Many have the idea that creatine is only safe for short-term use and that it's necessary to cycle off of the supplement after a certain period. But Cohnan explains that creatine is one of the most scientifically-studied supps on the market and has been proven to be safe for long-term usage.

So, if you're only interested in using creatine short-term, that's totally fine. But if you're looking for long-term usage, that is also completely okay, just make sure to take the recommended dosage.

There is a widespread rumor out there that creatine requires a loading phase. Cohnan informs us that if you're planning to take creatine long-term, which he advises doing, there is simply no need to load your muscle cells within the first few weeks of taking the supplement.

Cohnan elaborates that all this really does is saturate your muscle cells a little faster, but you'll still achieve the same results if you take the regular five grams a day for two to three weeks.

3. The Latest Creatine is Superior to Monohydrate

Some believe newer forms of creatine to be more effective than the standard monohydrate. Cohnan reveals that any new form of creatine has not been proven to show better results than monohydrate and costs double the amount. If anything, Cohnan believes the results from newer forms of creatine to be less impactful.

So, if you're comfortable with your creatine monohydrate, don't fix what's not broken. There's a reason it's the staple.

Take Home Message

Creatine is an awesome supplement that when taken properly can produce impressive results.

Just remember not to believe everything you hear about this popular supp and seek expert advice from a fitness trainer like Cohnan to best understand how to incorporate creatine into your routine. Now, get on that grind.