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Posted by u/marathon_mike·

Anyone here doing high-dose creatine (10g daily) long-term?

TL;DR: Looking for experiences with long-term high-dose creatine (10g daily).

I've been experimenting with a higher dose of creatine, around 10g daily, for a while now. I'm curious if anyone else has been on this kind of dosage long-term and what your experience has been. Any noticeable effects on performance, recovery, or side effects? I'm interested in the evidence behind it too, since I've read mixed opinions. Would love to hear your thoughts!

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u/runningfromcardio·

10g daily? That's a bit overkill if you ask me. Most studies suggest 5g is plenty for performance benefits. But hey, if you feel good, do your thing!

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u/runningsneakers22·

Bruh, I'm just trying to keep up with my studies and running, but creatine at 10g sounds wild! I've been sticking to the standard 5g, and it's worked fine for me. Guess I'm not ready for that level yet.

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u/crossfit_mama·

You might feel stronger in your lifts with 10g, but it could lead to some unwanted side effects like bloating or cramping, especially if you're doing intense WODs. Just monitor how your body reacts, you know?

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u/bodyweight_bandit·

I tried 10g of creatine for a couple months and felt a real boost in my strength, especially during those high-rep calisthenics workouts. My recovery was quicker too, which was nice. Just keep hydrating because you can feel a bit bloated sometimes.

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u/chickenncarrots·

As a busy mom, I love supplements that deliver without too much hassle! My husband took creatine for a while and said 10g was too much for him, but he did feel a boost in his lifting. Maybe consider starting lower and seeing how you feel?

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u/marathon_mike·

I've been running marathons for years and never felt the need for more than 5g. It's always helped with my endurance. High doses may work for powerlifting or bulking, but I wouldn't want to risk side effects during a long run.

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u/macrocounter98·

There's a study that found higher doses of creatine can enhance muscle mass and strength gains, but individual responses vary. Just be cautious about possible water retention or digestive issues at higher doses. Always good to listen to your body.

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u/squat_to_pizza_5132·

Creatine is like pizza, more is usually better, but too much can give you a bad time! Just be mindful of your hydration and maybe cycle off occasionally. Balance is key, my dude.

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