I'm in favor of creatine monohydrate, like Missy said, it increases strength and explosive power while also increasing our muscular energy reserves.

Last summer I could work like a machine, do unlimited situps/pushups, max out machines, and have endurance to boot. Besides protein and my diet, creatine helped me sustain my strength for a longer period of time. I still had to do the work, it just let me put in 110% and I was able to gain over 20 pounds in a month and a half period. Besides delaying fatigue, it helped me recover faster, after extremely intense training sessions.

If supplemented properly, Creatine will not be the cause of gaining weight. Don't load up on it, or advanced doses, this may attribute to fatigue during a bout. Friends of mine have become dehydrated and worn out because of higher doses.

You should take about 3-5 grams a day, and don't take any right before the weigh-ins. Experiment with the best does for you, but for Pete's sake be careful, take it to increase your performance, not to hinder yourself. If you can use your head, then you can get the best out of creatine.


-Rocky