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Posted by u/bro_split_bro_420··Hot Take

Do creatine and caffeine really cancel each other out, or is that just bro science?

TL;DR: Caffeine doesn't cancel creatine; they can actually work together for gains.

Bro, let's clear this up! A study by Goldstein et al. (2018) showed that caffeine doesn't really negate the benefits of creatine. In fact, participants who took both showed improvements in strength and power compared to those who only took creatine. So, you can sip that pre-workout coffee without worrying about losing your gains. Keep it heavy and get after it!

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u/macro_maxxer·

This is solid info. Caffeine and creatine do interact differently in various studies, but that Goldstein study shows both can be beneficial together. It makes sense since they act on different pathways for performance.

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u/creatine_supremacy·

100, bro! Creatine is a must-have for gains, and caffeine just enhances that. I take both before my workouts and can feel the difference in my lifts!

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u/whey_addict·

There's a lot of bro science out there, but actual studies show that caffeine doesn't negate creatine benefits. Just be careful about timing. If you're taking both, try to space them out to avoid any potential conflicts. I'm all about maximizing every rep!

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u/powerliftingpanda·

Lmao, when I first started lifting, I thought caffeine was gonna mess with my creatine too! Turns out it's fine. Just gotta keep pushing those weights. Plus, coffee is life, right?

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u/veganpowerlifter·

Honestly, I've been combining coffee with my pre-workout for a while now, and I've seen some impressive progress. My strength has improved, and my endurance feels solid! Plus, as a vegan, I love using plant-based creatine sources to get my gains. Just make sure to balance your caffeine intake, since too much can lead to jitters or crashes.

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u/spoonie_lifter·

i think it's interesting how our bodies react to different supplements. i have a chronic illness, and sometimes caffeine makes me feel jittery. I still use creatine, though. It really helps with my recovery! If you're sensitive to caffeine, maybe experiment with the timing of when you take it.

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