Creatine vs Beta-Alanine

Summary:

• 1. 10 Week study regarding football players
• 2. Creatine and Beta Alanine profile
• 3. Beta-Alanine side effects
• 4. Endurance360® contains both Creatine and Beta Alanine

The battle for the best endurance sports supplement is settled. Creatine vs. Beta-Alanine; both are amazing pre-workout supplements for endurance athletes, but for different reasons.

Wikipedia: Creatine was first identified in 1832 when Michel Eugène Chevreul isolated it from the basified water extract of skeletal muscle

Creatine and beta-alanine are both dietary supplements that are commonly used by athletes to improve physical performance.

Wikipedia: There is evidence that β-alanine supplementation can increase exercise and cognitive performance

10 Week Study

"In one ten-week study, collegiate football players significantly increased their strength after supplementing with a combination of beta-alanine and creatine. In the same study, the subjects who took beta-alanine along with creatine also lost body fat and gained muscle — without changing their diet or workout program. The group taking only creatine lost no body fat."

Nature's Amino Acids

Creatine

Creatine monohydrate is an amino acid that is found naturally in the body and is also present in some foods, such as red meat and fish. It is used by the body to produce energy, particularly during high-intensity exercise. When taken as a supplement, creatine can help to increase muscle size and strength, improve exercise performance, and reduce muscle fatigue.

"While creatine's influence on physical performance has been well documented since the early twentieth century, it came into public view following the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona"

Beta-Alanine

Beta-Alanine is an amino acid that is not found in the body and must be obtained through the diet. It is a precursor to the compound carnosine, which helps to buffer lactic acid in the muscles and may improve exercise performance.  Beta-Alanine supplements are often used to increase muscular endurance and reduce muscle fatigue.

"It is also possible to use both amino acid supplements together, as some studies have suggested that they may have a synergistic effect."

Both Creatine and Beta-Alanine have been shown to be effective at improving physical performance, although they work in slightly different ways.

Creatine is more commonly used to increase skeletal muscle strength and size, while Beta-Alanine is more commonly used to improve endurance, aerobic exercise, and reduce muscle fatigue. It is also possible to use both dietary supplements together, as some studies have suggested that they may have a synergistic effect.

PubMed: Much of the research evaluating increases in muscle carnosine has been performed in young males, but evidence also suggests that beta-alanine supplementation is effective in females

Beta-Alanine Side Effects

It is generally well tolerated, but some people may experience side effects such as skin tingling, flushing, and paresthesia (a sensation of tingling or prickling on the skin). These side effects are usually temporary and resolve on their own within a few hours.

TransparentLabs: While the etiology of beta-alanine-induced paresthesia remains somewhat unclear, a working theory is that beta-alanine activates sensory neurons that terminate in the skin, leading to transient tingles and itching [3]. The effect typically applies to the entire body but may feel more intense in the facial region.

Endurance360® Includes Both Creatine and Beta-Alanine

Endurance360® contains both Creatine and Beta-Alanine. We have seen many positive benefits, especially for athletes who suffer from muscle cramping, muscular strength, and buffering lactic acid. We provide a lower dose to limit weight gain due to water retention.

If athletic performance is what you are looking for, this is the right solution for you.

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It is recommended to consult with a healthcare professional before taking any dietary supplement especially if you have any medical condition, pregnancy, breastfeeding or are on any medication.