You're Wasting Money on Creatine (if you don't do this)

5 Feb 2026 · 1 min

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In this concise fitness advice video, the presenter warns viewers that they may be wasting money on creatine if they are not timing its intake correctly. He outlines two optimal timing strategies: on training days, take creatine immediately after weightlifting together with a carbohydrate source to trigger an insulin spike that rapidly transports creatine into muscle cells, enhancing recovery and muscle growth; on rest days, consume creatine with the day's highest‑carbohydrate meal for the same insulin‑mediated uptake. He also notes that a micronized form of creatine reduces bloating and improves digestion and absorption, and he promotes the specific brand he uses, directing viewers to a link in his bio.

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You are wasting your money on creatine if you're not taking it at the right time. There are 2 best times to take it. If you're working out that day, you want to take it after you lift weights with carbohydrate. This is because carbs spike your insulin and insulin transports your creatine into your muscles ASAP. This helps you recover and build muscle faster. And if you're taking a rest day, take it with your meal that is highest in carbohydrates that day for the same reason. Oh, and if creatine makes you bloated at all, get a micronized version of creatine because it's easier to digest and absorb. This is the brand I use. If you want to try them out, just click this link in my bio.