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BIGFOOT

Tue, Jan-29-02, 01:50

Has any body e ver used creatine while on a ckd or a skd?Im thinking that since the diet by nature causes u to loose water that creatin will be lost as well. thnx..

Trainerdan

Tue, Jan-29-02, 05:50

I use creatine on the weekend carb-ups, usually a Phosphagen HP type product since it is loaded with simple carbs. I normally take it after the depletion workout, and 2 servings per day though the carb-load phase.

Creatine is stored in the muscles, so I do not think that it would get lost when the ketogenic phase begins again.

If anything, I believe that the creatine will provide more fuel for more intense lifting on Monday's workout which will probably help preserve more lean mass.