Just moving into my 57th trip around the sun and starting to feel the trips have slowed me down and also feel like i'm becoming more prone to injuries. Happy to be a part of the group and look forward to the future, building strengeth and knowledge about training smarter.

A lot of guys overthink this. Here’s what you need to know. Dose: 5 grams per day. Every day. Training days and rest days . Timing: Doesn’t matter. Morning, night, pre-workout, post-workout, keep it simple guys, remember KISS, just get it in. Consistency matters more than timing. How: Mix it in water, coffee, protein shake, whatever. It’s tasteless and dissolves easy. Loading phase: Skip it. The old school advice was to load 20 grams a day for a week. Not necessary. 5 grams daily will saturate your muscles in 3-4 weeks anyway without the bloating and stomach issues. Hydration: Creatine pulls water into your muscles. Drink more water than usual. If you’re not hydrating properly, you’ll cramp and feel flat. What to buy: Creatine monohydrate. That’s it. Don’t pay extra for fancy versions. They’re not better. Just get plain monohydrate from a reputable brand. What to expect: Fuller muscles, better recovery, a bit more strength and endurance in your sets. It’s not magic, but it’s one of the few supplements that actually works. We’re currently sourcing quality products specifically for our membership. When we launch the Built Different website and Shopify store, you’ll be the first to know. Any questions, drop them below.