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How to cycle creatine effectively

  How to Cycle Creatine Effectively: A Complete Guide If you've been hitting the gym regularly, you've probably heard about creatine. It's one of the most researched supplements in the fitness world, and for good reason. But there's often confusion around how to use it properly. Should you cycle it? Take it continuously? What's the deal with loading phases? Let's break it all down so you can get the most from this powerful supplement. What Exactly Is Creatine? Before diving into cycling strategies, let's understand what we're working with. Creatine is a naturally occurring compound found in muscle cells that helps your body produce energy during high-intensity exercise. Your body makes about 1-2 grams of creatine daily, and you get some from eating meat and fish. When you supplement with creatine, you're increasing your muscle's creatine stores, which helps your body produce more ATP (adenosine triphosphate) – the primary energy currency duri...