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Creatine has gained a load of attention in the last couple of years for it’s reported ability to enhance athletic performance, increase muscle size, and improve brain function.
With accolades like that, it’s no wonder that people are starting to ask “is there a use and benefit for taking creatine in the backcountry to enhance performance while in the mountains?”
We’re here to answer that question today by evaluating:
What is creatine exactly?
Should we care- why or why not?
What’s the deal- does it actually work?
Is it dehydrating- a common question that comes up in the conversation?
Should I avoid or take it into the mountains?
Should I avoid or take it in preparation and training for the mountains?
Let’s dive in…
By Kyle Kamp5
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Creatine has gained a load of attention in the last couple of years for it’s reported ability to enhance athletic performance, increase muscle size, and improve brain function.
With accolades like that, it’s no wonder that people are starting to ask “is there a use and benefit for taking creatine in the backcountry to enhance performance while in the mountains?”
We’re here to answer that question today by evaluating:
What is creatine exactly?
Should we care- why or why not?
What’s the deal- does it actually work?
Is it dehydrating- a common question that comes up in the conversation?
Should I avoid or take it into the mountains?
Should I avoid or take it in preparation and training for the mountains?
Let’s dive in…

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