Creatine before or after workout?

The first 3 lbs of creatine I got told me to take a serving after workout.  This new one I got told me take 1 serving before workout and then another serving after if you weigh more then 125lbs.  I would rather not take 2 servings so I don't go through it twice as fast.  When should I take it?

how many grams of creatine is it per serving? also it depends on what type you have, Mono, CEE or some type of blend? What is the name of the product?

Current Stack:
FOOD!
Opti-Men Multi
Size-On
Elite 100% Whey
Muscle Milk

I was taking
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/six/crea.html

I am now taking taking
http://www.amazon.com/Body-Fortress-Creatine-Fruit-Punch/dp/B0011UYVBM/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=hpc&qid=1219544892&sr=8-1
48grams

one serving post workout would be fine IMO..... but if I was using this product I would take it both pre and post

Current Stack:
FOOD!
Opti-Men Multi
Size-On
Elite 100% Whey
Muscle Milk

You can do either one of those pre and post. If you're gonna only do one or the other,  have it post.

I am curious as to why that creatine on amazon is so inexpensive.

I am actually looking to purchase creatine again asap. up to now i have only tried anabolic switch since it was recommended on these boards.

anablic switch was a tad expensive for the amount of creatin included so i mostly only took it before workout and just followed up with a protein shake post work out.

is regular creatine mono just as good /helpful as these other brands?

well gnc has a buy one get one 50% off so i bought a small tub of their creatine mono.

The directions ofcourse are very vague. Take 5gm daily ...

When exactly should it be taken? Only after workout? Is anything being accomplished by taking it before the workout as well?

thx

athlonx64


is regular creatine mono just as good /helpful as these other brands?

yes

Marc had a good write up on his site about creatine, should maybe do a search for it.

IMO it doesnt really matter, 1 serving is usually 5g. Before or after is fine...I believe the important part is consistancy on what time you take it. Some people take 10 grams a day, then you could just break it up into pre/post.

If I had to take 1 serving I would do it after with carbs you need anyway.

I always take some before and after.

I have the GNC amplified creatine 189.... pretty cheap. Just two pills a day. I like it ... especially for the price.

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