Creatine and Protein. What do you use?

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posted by Tdroptop

Good evening everyone.

I have been lifting weights steadily for about 4 years now, and a few weeks ago i started taking creatine. It has made a large difference in my workouts, but as i am new to creatine, i am wondering if there is better out there than what i am using.

I use Nitrotech for protein, but when i went back to GNC last time, the salesmen talked me into Amplify protein, and Evolve creatine blend. Both are by NDS. I had never heard of these but decided to try it. The creatine works good (i think) but because i have never used creatine previously i have nothing to compare it to. Anyway, here are my questions:

1.What type of creatine supplements (if any) do you all use?
2. Is it CR monohydrate alone, or a creatine blend?
3. This Evolve stuff has 10 grams per scoop, 20 scoops for $40.00. What brand do you think is the best bang for the buck ( without getting real cheap)

Sorry for such a long post, i just want to make sure i get off on the right foot with this supplement.

posted by Robfromny

i go to Walmart for my protein, creatine, glutamine, and some vitamens...
i go to vitamen world too...

posted by Tdroptop

Really now? I wasnt aware they carried supplements... i dont think my local walmart has them..

posted by TomSizeMore

protein www.trueprotein.com

everything else. Wal-Mart

posted by Tdroptop

Thanks for the link Tom.

Are you guys shopping at a "super" walmart with a grocery section for your sups, or just regular walmart?

Also, does anyone else have an opinion of these NDS Amplify and Evolve products, or know of their existance?

posted by TomSizeMore

not a problem

regular wal-mart

nope.

posted by AMERFOOTBALL

i use optimum nutrition's 100% whey for protein. its like 30 bucks for 5 lbs worth 82% pure. good stuff IMHO.
i use eas phosphagen creatine monohydrate for my creatine. I take 10 grams per day. the creatine and protein i buy at vitamin world. the creatine is 20 bucks for a kilo...

posted by Tdroptop

Thanks AF, That creatine is much cheaper, if it works just as well i'll probably start using that. I think evovle has a lot of filler in there, to make you buy more obviously.

What about Creatine and Gluclose/Dextrose, apparently they aid in the absorbtion process?

posted by AMERFOOTBALL

yes. glucose and dextrose will help to spike insulin levels to force the creatine to the muscle faster. You can achieve the same thing by mixing it with a juice like grape juice.

posted by the masterpiece

me personally i have better results with creatine eylth easter prosphate not sure if i spelled it rite. as far as protein goes just go to walmart and get some cheap stuff in my eyes protein is protein but im about to try this muscle milk protein and see how it goes if it's not to pricey

posted by AMERFOOTBALL

not all protein is created equal. first off you want a protein thats at least 80% pure. how do I know if its pure you ask? take the serving size in grams (its usually listed) and amount of protein per serving in grams. here is the formula...

Protein divided by serving size equals purity

second there are different types of protein. whey is absorbed quickly and is ideal for Post Work Out. Casein and Soy are absorbed more slowly and are better suited for mornings and before bed. Bump tom though, soy makes you fart, and smelly as ever.

posted by TomSizeMore

soy is stinky!

posted by jimbo

i am curetnyl using no xplode its alright:P and muscle jucie for weigt gainer, cheapest i cna find with the most calloires and protein and carcs

posted by Tdroptop

What is the greatest possible serving of protein you can buy ( as in most grams per scoop, not total quantity) I think mine is like 30 grams/ scoop?

No-Xplode i beleive has more stimulant than im looking for, it is a good product for sure, but i work out usually 3 hours before bed due to schedule, and No-X keeps me awake.

posted by Tdroptop

Im going to have to try this MuscleMilk, i hear it tastes excellent

posted by TomSizeMore

Yes, it tastes excellent indeed! however, it is kinda fatty.

posted by bignready

i hear it is very fatty.i'll stick with ON whey

posted by TomSizeMore

I eat it here and there kinda in place of ice cream. It's a tasty treat to the fat impaired person such as myself. I'm so buff! ok, have no idea where that came from...

posted by bignready

i had ice cream today.my wife made me break down and cheat.oh well.work harder tommorow

posted by TomSizeMore

Ice cream is literally my fav. food. I love it so much I would marry it! at least ice cream wouldn't steal all my stuff in the middle of the day like I owed it something. Awww, ice cream. And Ebatz of course!

posted by bignready

yea.i hear ya.how's that going btw?

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