Creatine Monohydrate Creapure® – Neutral Flavour

1. Creapure® Creatine Monohydrate

A sports supplement formulated with top-quality, high-purity creatine monohydrate. The raw material comes from Creapure®, the world-leading brand manufactured in Germany under strict quality standards (ISO 9001 and HACCP), with a purity ≥99.9%. Its use is widely backed by scientific research proving its effectiveness for improving strength, power, and high-intensity performance across various sports.

• Format: Micronized powder, easy dissolution.
• Certifications: Creapure® raw material (AlzChem, Germany) and Informed Sport anti-doping certified.
• Target: Strength and power athletes, intermittent and endurance sports looking for extra energy and recovery.

2. SCIENTIFIC BASIS

Creatine is mainly stored in muscles as phosphocreatine (PCr), which donates phosphate groups to rapidly regenerate ATP during short, intense efforts (1). Increasing PCr stores through creatine supplementation may delay fatigue, enabling higher training volume (2). It also enhances recovery, glycogen retention, and protein synthesis, potentially increasing lean body mass (3).Creapure® is known for its extreme purity. Multiple scientific reviews confirm that creatine monohydrate (especially with guaranteed quality) is the most scientifically supported form of creatine with the most consistent ergogenic results (4).

3. KEY BENEFITS

Enhanced Strength and Power

• Increase in max strength in key lifts like squat, bench press, deadlift (2).
• Power boost in short sprints and jumps, valuable for team sports (football, basketball, rugby).

Greater Repeated Anaerobic Endurance

• Delays fatigue in high-intensity sets by enhancing ATP regeneration (2).
• Indirect benefit in endurance sports involving sprints or pace shifts (5).

Lean Muscle Mass Gain

• Promotes intramuscular water retention and anabolic stimulus (6).
• Combined with strength training, leads to notable increases in lean mass (3).

Accelerated Recovery

• Helps replenish PCr and glycogen, shortening recovery after hard efforts (7).
• May reduce muscle damage and downtime (1).

Maximum Purity and Safety

• Pharmaceutical-grade manufacturing in Germany, free from contaminants.
• Creapure® and Crown Sport Nutrition deliver substance-free products for tested athletes thanks to Informed Sport certification.

4. TARGET USERS AND SPORTS

• Strength and Power Sports: CrossFit, weightlifting, bodybuilding, powerlifting.
• Team Sports: Football, basketball, hockey, rugby.
• Endurance with bursts: Mountain bikers, triathletes (short distances/sprints), middle-distance runners.

In long events (marathons, ultras), direct benefit may be limited, but recovery support could help some athletes (5).

5. RECOMMENDED DOSAGE

Loading + Maintenance Protocol

• Loading Phase: 25 g/day of Creapure® creatine for 5–7 days, split into 5 x 5 g doses.
• Maintenance Phase: 5 g/day ongoing.

No Load Protocol

• 5 g/day from the start.
• Slower saturation (~3–4 weeks), minimizes GI discomfort.

Practical Tips:

• Mix in water, juice, or post-workout shakes.
• Ensure good hydration.
• Compatible with other supplements (protein, caffeine, beta-alanine); no known interference (7).

6. SAFETY AND SIDE EFFECTS

• Strong Evidence: Long-term studies do not link creatine to kidney/liver damage in healthy individuals (1,4).
• Weight Gain: ~1–2 kg initially due to water retention and potential lean mass gain.
• GI Discomfort: May occur early with high doses; reduced by spreading intake.
• Contraindications: People with renal/medical conditions should consult professionals before use.

7. QUALITY DIFFERENTIALS – CROWN SPORT NUTRITION & CREAPURE®

Guaranteed Purity ≥99.9%

• Minimizes byproducts like creatinine or dicyandiamide.
• Strict German manufacturing control.

Excellent Solubility

• Micronized powder mixes easily, avoiding lumps and GI upset.

Transparency and Traceability

• Every Crown Sport Nutrition batch tested by Informed Sport to ensure quality and compliance.

Scientific and Certification Backing

• Scientific basis for Creapure® Creatine Monohydrate supported by top-tier journals (Q1/Q2) (6,7).
• Recommended by top sports nutritionists and coaches.

8. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

Why choose Creapure® over other creatines?

• Creapure® is known for pharmaceutical-level purity and quality control, ensuring no contaminants. No other form has outperformed it clinically (4).

When will I notice effects?

• With loading, saturation occurs ~5–7 days. With daily low-dose, effects appear in ~3–4 weeks (2,3).

Does it cause cramps or bloating?

• Science shows no link to cramps. Water retention is intramuscular and safe with hydration (1,4).

Is it allowed in elite sports?

• Yes. Creapure® creatine is not banned by WADA and is Informed Sport certified.

Do I need to cycle off?

• Not required. Many athletes use it year-round without harm (1). Cycling is optional based on goals.

9. SUGGESTED USE

• Optional Loading: Mix 5 g in water or juice, 4x/day, 5–7 days.
• Maintenance: 3–5 g daily, post-workout with liquid/carbs/protein.
• No Load: 3–5 g daily, split doses if needed.

10. SCIENTIFIC REFERENCES (Q1/Q2)

1. Kreider RB et al. (2017). J Int Soc Sports Nutr, 14(1), 18.
2. Branch JD. (2003). Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab, 13(2), 198-226.
3. Antonio J et al. (2021). J Int Soc Sports Nutr, 18(1), 13.
4. Mielgo-Ayuso J et al. (2019). Nutrients, 11(4), 757.
5. Spaniol F. (2021). J Int Soc Sports Nutr, 18(1), 5.
6. Poortmans JR, Francaux M. (1999). Med Sci Sports Exerc, 31(8), 1108-1110.
7. Kreider RB. (2022). Front Nutr, 9, 972118.

11. FINAL SUMMARY

Crown Sport Nutrition – Creatine Monohydrate Creapure® offers top-quality supplementation for athletes. Its ergogenic benefits—strength, power, anaerobic endurance, muscle recovery—are scientifically validated. With high purity and Informed Sport safety, it’s a reliable choice to support your training.