Creatine

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I am thinking about taking creatine, but dont know if im old enough, im only 14 and have been lifting weights for about 2 months, ive herd it can cause liver problems, is it a bad idea?

...Dude, you're 14. You shouldn't be worrying about being buff; it's silly at your age (no offence). Just work out and be healthy, but don't do anything ridiculous.

Suppliments are fine however creatine isnt. And 14 is perfect for starting to work out, I did and that's why I am going to make the football team. You have to workout if you want to be succesful in sports.

Creatine is perfectly safe. Don't make me have this arguement yet again. If you want to prove me wrong show me some scientific evidence supporting your theory.

Originally Posted By: kmrobins

Creatine is perfectly safe. Don't make me have this arguement yet again. If you want to prove me wrong show me some scientific evidence supporting your theory.

dotn need to an athletic therapist told me not to and im goign to take ehr advice over some average joe, thanks.

Average Joe? Sure thing, chump. You listen to your "athletic therapist", how many years of study is that again? Does he have a PhD? Has he actually done any scienfic research on the uses and side effects of creatine? There are tons scientific studies done by fully qualified docters on the use of creatine. All of them showed no ill side effects, unless the subject was already suffering from some other problem. Now, you can listen to your therapist's word, or you can actually go out there and do some of your own research. Just because I'm an average Joe, doesn't mean my sources are.For your future reference, I'm also in my second year of a Food Tech. & Nutrition Degree, so I guess I'm not so average afterall.

I wasn't suggesting that a 14yo take it, I've stopped taking it too, as I'm still gaining at a steady pace, and don't really need the extra cash drain. It just annoys me the sheer amount of negative feedback creatine gets, yet no one ever has a clue as to how or why it's bad.

I use creatine, it is definatly a next step in gaining muscle. It does work, as in many cases you use it on a 2 months on 1 month off (stuff i use is anyhow), you especially notice it when ur not using it and it just gives you that little extra.Its no miracle supplement, it works hand in hand with a vigarious routine although having a good quality diet is more important.At 14 i wouldnt recommend pushing the big weights as your body is still growing. Creatine can benifit speed athletes as much as strength athletes though.Check this site http://www.creapure.com/ - It will give you an idea on what creatine is all about and from that to make ur own decision. Im not gonna force my oppinion in ur face but if i can help you make an informed decision with minimal writing its all good!Must be noted you'll only benifit if ur going for 110%, if ur not pushing yourself hard enough its wasted money.Hope it helps.

"Must be noted you'll only benifit if ur going for 110%, if ur not pushing yourself hard enough its wasted money."not neccesarily. although the effects on pure strength are only attained through exercise, creatine forces the muscle fibers to become hyperhydrated, giving them a full, bigger look. for some people this is worth the money, for those looking for strength no it is not. id say a bigger waste of money is the uneducated high school/college student who puts 20 grams of creatine in his body per day- for months! you might as well toss your wallet in a urinal because thats where 90 percent of that creatine ends up.in any event, creatine has one side effect on adults (weight gain) and thats usually a desirable one anyway (if not it usually fades within a month or two of ceasing supplementation). however, i dont believe its been tested for safety or effectiveness in those under the age of 18. if there is a study out there id love to see it so please send a link or ask for my email but if it is still untested, probably wait until you are 18. it is indeed beneficial when used properly but at age 14, proper and consistant weightlifting combined with a healthy diet will put you ahead of your peers.

The only bad thing creatine does is make you gain water weight, so if you don't do enough cardio you will have a layer of fat over those guns in no time.

its not really a layer of fat, it makes your muscles fill up but thats more of a look as opposed to actual fat. and creatine users who want to get bigger welome this "bad" effect. bodybuilders and thin athletes such as gymnasts may not but the good definitely outweighs the bad.