The major challenge for athletes and physical fitness buffs is to keep the muscles and brain energized. This is especially the case for endurance athletes who also need to recover their muscle power quickly after an intense workout and exercise. Muscle contraction and relaxation are driven by energy in the cells provided by the compound adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Muscles have only a limited supply of ATP, however. The ATP levels are rapidly used up during exercise, particularly in short, intense bursts of anaerobic activity. Many an athletes needs immediate replenishment of energy in the muscle during demanding regimens, such as sprinting and weightlifting. In these situations, the body produces ATP: The energy currency in the cells, which powers muscle movement and control. How much and how efficiently is ATP produced depends upon the amounts of creatine phosphate stored in the cell. Creatine is the biomolecule, which produces ATP. Creatine is indigenous to the human body, and is produced by the liver and stored in the brain, skeletal and heart muscles where it serves as a ready pool to produce ATP. Creatine is the key substance that helps speed up the ATP refueling of the muscle. More creatine in the muscle means greater energy production that allows muscle to work longer and at higher intensity.
How does creatine help the muscle perform at higher efficiency and recover faster? Creatine saturates the muscle to convert it into ATP. This conversion takes place in the absence of oxygen and is, therefore, used as an anaerobic pathway for energy. Creatine is, however, more than just an ergogenic nutrient: It has a voluminizing effect on the muscle. Cell voluminizing, or cellular hydration, involves binding of water to the muscle fiber. In turn, this binding gives rise to the "pumped" look. Since water is bound inside the muscle, the athletes using creatine do not have the "puffy" appearance. In other words, the muscle looks larger but, more importantly, has improved strength and has high energy and intensity. That allows the athlete to recover faster and have more energy for each training session. Ultimate Nutrition's Crea Pure is the highest quality micronized creatine that is specifically designed to enhance biovoluminization. Crea Pure is scientifically tested to provide the ready source of energy for the athlete on the go.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CREATINE MONOHYDRATE

1) What is Creatine Monohydrate Dosage?
Creatine is taken in two phases. The first phase is the so-called "loading phase when creatine is used to load the body. Depending on the individual, it could vary between one and five days with approximately five grams of creatine is taken three to four times a day. In the "maintenance" phase following the "loading" phase, creatine levels are maintained by a dose of five to 15 grams per day in divided dosages of five gram at one sitting for up to three months.
2) Who Uses Creatine Monohydrate?
According to reports professional athletes and Olympians use creatine monhydrate to enhance their performance. Creatine is taken most commonly ingested by weightlifters and bodybuilders. Since muscle strength and endurance increases all athletic performance, athletes of all stripes benefit from creatine supplementation, including runners, swimmers, cyclists, skiers, martial artists, wrestlers, football and rugby players and tennis and basketball players.
3) Is Creatine Found in Foods?
To varying degrees creatine is found in many foods. The richest source of creatine is lean red meat and fish. A 2.2-pound steak contains roughly six grams of creatine. It should be pointed out that eating large amounts of red meat might be unhealthy.
4) Is There Creatine Deficiency?
Since creatine breaks down rapidly during the first few minutes of intense exercise, creatine deficiency may ensue. That may result in decline in muscle power and onset of fatigue during intense muscle contractions.
5) Is There Creatine Balance in the Muscle?
Yes, the muscle has creatine equilibrium. Creatine has a normal turnover rate of 2 grams per day. That is, two grams of creatine are irreversibly degraded and, in its place, equivalent amount is synthesized to replace it. There is a balance between creatine pool inside the muscle cells and creatine circulating in the blood. After the start of creatine supplementation, this balance may be slightly perturbed, but the body quickly adjusts to the new equilibrium within a few days.

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SCHWARTZ HYPERCELL 2 IS THE NEXT GENERATION OF CREATINE SUPPLEMENTATION

What is HyperCell 2?

Experts and athletes agree that Creatine Monohydrate is one of the most effective supplements ever. It has been proven in hundreds of studies that creatine significantly improves muscle size, strength and overall performance, as well as shortening recovery periods. For the last few years the race has been on in the industry to improve the performance of creatine. The Race Has Been Won! Schwartz Laboratories is proud to bring the next generation in creatine technology. With so many products to choose from, our scientists had the job of finding a formula that would stand alone…on top. HyperCell2 has 10 grams of High Pressure Liquid Chromatography tested creatine monohydrate per serving. Research indicates creatine is effective in three main ways. It helps build lean muscle, which allows greater force to be used. It helps increase energy production at a cellular level so duration and intensity of muscular contractions can be enhanced. Creatine supplementation speeds recovery so exercise frequency can be increased. HyperCell 2 also includes the key insulin-releasing agent Dextrose. The ability of dextrose to trigger a rapid insulin release in the body is scientifically proven in studies that indicate combining creatine with dextrose can raise its effectiveness 60 to 80 percent. 1,2,3 Another key ingredient is Vanadyl Sulfate. This key mineral has been around since the late 1980s and has a reputation for enhancing muscle fullness, increasing vascularity, and for its ability to create good pumps. In scientific studies, vanadyl sulfate has shown the ability to mimic and enhance the effects of insulin.4 The reason insulin is important is because it acts as the key to open the cells of the muscle. Once these cells are opened, nutrients are able to flow rapidly and efficiently into the cell. This rapid uptake of nutrients increases cell volume, improves protein synthesis and results in increased muscle performance, not to mention insane "pumps".5 Taurine and L-Arginine have also been added to this already potent formula for their ability to mimic insulin and further potentiate the uptake of creatine.6

Who Can Benefit from HyperCell 2?

Originally creatine supplementation was thought to be only for the serious bodybuilder and men wishing to get "big and bulky". Recent studies and further research has proven this naturally occurring substance can benefit anyone who wishes to enhance their physical performance. From the weight room to the tennis court, and even to that 17th hole on the golf course, creatine can make a difference with its ability to increase energy and strength, as well as provide a buffer against lactic acid and fatigue. One recent study found it to be even more effective in middle-aged men and women (mean age 58 years) than in younger men and women (mean age 30 years).7 So to answer the original question, EVERYONE!

How Do I Use HyperCell 2?

Loading Phase: Take four 1/2 servings (1 scoop) spaced evenly through the day for five days. Maintenance Phase: -Less than 200 lbs: Take 1 serving (2 scoops) per day immediately following workouts or on non-training days take in A.M. -Over 200 lbs: Take 2 servings (4 scoops) per day. Consume the first serving in the A.M and the other 12 hrs later. Important: -It is crucial for the effectiveness of HyperCell 2 to properly hydrate the body. Scientific studies have found 1 gallon of water per 100 lbs. of body weight optimizes cell volumization and creatine performance. -For maximum gains, it is recommended that you “cycle” your creatine supplementing program: 8-12 weeks ON with a minimum of four weeks OFF between cycles. -For best results, take one serving of ProWhey within 30 minutes of weight training.

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. **Daily value not established. ***Calorie and protein values do not reflect potential calorie or nitrogen contribution from individual amino acids or creatine monohydrate inclusion.