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You’ve probably heard of creatine—but is it just for bros trying to become The Rock? Spoiler: absolutely not. In this episode, we break down what creatine actually is, what it does, and why it might be the most effective supplement out there.

We’re cutting through the bloat talk, side-eyeing the loading phase, and giving you real facts from actual science. Whether you're strength training, sprinting, or just vibing with your protein shake, creatine might be your new BFF.

Plus: a This or That throwback to pop culture from 10 years ago, including Snapchat filters, Hotline Bling, and the Dress that broke the internet.

Let’s get creati-informed!

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Sources:

1. Effects of Creatine Supplementation and Resistance Training on Muscle Strength Gains in Adults <50 Years of Age: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
2. Effects of Creatine Supplementation on Athletic Performance in Soccer Players: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
3. Effects of Creatine Monohydrate on Endurance Performance in a Trained Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
4. The Effect of Creatine Supplementation on Resistance Training–Based Changes to Body Composition: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
5. International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: creatine supplementation and exercise
6. Effects of dietary sports supplements on metabolite accumulation, vasodilation and cellular swelling in relation to muscle hypertrophy: A focus on “secondary” physiological determinants
7. The Effects of Creatine Supplementation Combined with Resistance Training on Regional Measures of Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis
8. Effects of creatine supplementation on memory in healthy individuals: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials