New to creatine, muscle cocktail question

Hey everybody, first of all let me say Im glad I found this website, I've had more questions answered here just by browsing the forums then any advice given by friends or trainers. Anyway I'll cut to the chase.
I used to do lots of heavy weights but have switched now to swimming and body weight work outs to get a more lean/ripped look (which is what Im going for). Aside from just plain whey protein I haven't tried any other supplements. I recently ordered a 5 lb whey pack from protein factory and decided I might as well try the creatine since it was an option. I want to know how much of an impact this will make in my current diet, appearance, weight, etc since Im a little apprehensive of creatine and am simply going for lean and muscular, not big. Should I be concerned at all about the amount/ what can I expect?(is there enough in the mix to make a major difference?)

Thanks in advance!

We put in 10% creatine (creapure) into the powder if you selected that as an option. That is enough to make the dosage (if its going to work) effective. Creatine is the closest thing to a supplement that will create the most dramatic effect on your body to date. For me creatine does absolutely nothing. but for other people it might work wonders. Its 100% safe, as long as you use nothing but creapure, and if it is going to work you will see results fairly quickly. If you dont see results than you can discontinue the next time around.

On a side note you will see tons of other types of creatines all claiming to be better than the next. Yea, this is just slick marketing techniques to try to get you to think its going to work better than plain ol creatine. Things like 1000% more absorbably than regular creatine!!!. its all bullshit

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With creatine the first thing you should notice is a strength increase.

For body weight exercises for example I can feel an extra 3-4 pull ups etc

Your goals will not be hindered.

Much of the apprehension you may have towards creatine is due to the older ideas regarding creatine loading and maintenance. Ten years ago, people thought you needed to use about twenty grams a day for a week in order to load your muscles with creatine then use ten grams a day thereafter for a period of eight weeks and then take a break.

This is a drastic over-consumption of creatine. (no doubt some of the philosophy was due to the fact that when creatine first came out it was REALLY expensive).

The price has come down, the quality (IF you use Creapure brand) is better/the best and studies have shown that those who respond to creatine respond with using a LOT less than originally thought.

My belief is that the symptoms of creatine usage that turned people off like you who are going for a ripped lean look such as bloating and cramps or excess water are due to the over-consumption.

Bottom line, with the amount of creatine you will be using added to your protein (2.5-5gms per serving) you will notice only the strength increases/muscle recuperation benefits and none of the side effects that many users used to encounter.

Great, thanks for the info everybody, Im already excited try including creapure in my diet. Once again, great website, community, and knowledge, thanks again!