Does an increase in muscle creatine result in an increase in muscle phosphocreatine?
Few studies have analysed the phosphocreatine levels in muscle. A recent study has shown no increase in muscle phosphocreatine and no effect on a single short-term maximal cycling task in spite of increased muscle creatine. Further study is necessary to understand the effect of creatine supplementation on muscle phosphocreatine level and on performance. Before athletes buy, they should compare the cost, consider potential risks/unknowns, examine the research results, analyse their eating pattern and training schedule, and weigh the choices. Is creatine banned? NO. Is using creatine the first step toward a doping outlook ? Some suggest that reaching for any chemical interferes with the Spirit of Sport and the joy of competition for the intrinsic value of sport. An athlete may start by looking for a chemical edge and proceed to reaching for a banned substance. Studies indicate an attitude toward doping begins with a relatively innocuous substance that the athlete hopes will provide a sho
