Should Your Teen Be Taking Creatine?

Should my teen be taking Creatine? A question that has been asked to me recently, which lead me to dig a little deeper. When I posed the question back do you know what it is, the response has been mixed, which shows a lack of understanding of what Creatine is and what benefits the supplement brings.
Creatine is probably one of the most researched supplements, with countless studies amongst adults, athletes, and the general population. However, there is little research done and limited scientific evidence to assess the safety or effectiveness of Creatine in adolescents.
Your body makes Creatine by way of kidney and liver after you eat protein. Your muscle converts Creatine into creatine phosphate, which is then generated into adenosine triphosphate (ATC), which your body uses for explosive exercise. It increases the body’s ability to produce energy rapidly and helps fuel our muscles, which is why some people take it as a supplement to boost their performance in the gym.
So will taking Creatine make you bigger or a better rugby player? My honest opinion is no and certainly not on its own. There are many other considerations at play here, so before you let your teen loose in the pharmacy, consider the following points before you watch your money go down the toilet!
Firstly, educate yourself, like anything before you put it into your body. Consult a physician or expert. Some people need supplements due to deficiencies, which can be determined through testing. Not all supplements are made equal, so ensuring you choose the right one is also important.
They are called supplements for a reason; they supplement. Therefore, you should have the main things checked before you start feeding yourself with pills and powder. Sleep being number one, followed by Nutrition.
Do your teen's lifestyle and training plan warrant supplementation? You will not get bigger or faster just by taking Creatine or any other supplement for that matter. I am not talking about football in the park with mates or throwing a few curls in after school in the home gym. I’m talking about a structured strength and conditioning program that is being monitored and controlled by someone who understands training principles.
Teens naturally grow, so taking a load of supplements, it’s hard to determine what is happening. If Sleep, Nutrition, and Training are not dialed in, it is not the growth from supplements. Let your teen go through the process of setting good habits. These will be more beneficial in the long run than any creatine or supplement, where it can be seen as an easy way or shortcut to "gains" when it never is and never will be!
There are hundreds of products on the market, with shiny bright labels, and many people telling your teens they should be taking it to be better. Instead, consider the above points, look at your teenager's long-term health, and save some money along the way!

ENGINE
50 min AMRAP of Rowing, Ski Erg and Running!
GYMNASTICS
On Tuesday morning, we’ll dial in on toes-to-bar progressions, followed by capacity work. We’ll then round out the session with core and lat supersets to build strength and control.
Thursday evening, we’re going BIG on bar muscle-ups! Whether you're chasing your first rep or fine-tuning your technique for cleaner, stronger sets, we’ve got you covered with progressions, modifications, and strength drills to help you level up. As always, all abilities are welcome!
HYROX
There are two weeks left until Sharjah. This is a race simulation in which we will take on a full HYROX. It can be done individually or in pairs, and the run distance can be changed.
MOBILITY
PURE STRENGTH
In Pure Strength this week, we are kicking off the week with some strict press work followed by dumbbell flys and supinated barbell rows. On Wednesday, we are hitting a 20-rep max on the RDL, aiming to progress from last week before getting in some single-leg work and some core and pull accessory work.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week, we are working on the snatch in weightlifting. This is a technique-based session. We are getting used to squatting with the barbell overhead and finishing with some heavy front squats. Do not miss out!
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Monday Ride
A ride dedicated to group riding skills and some fitness. Coach Rob Foster leads this ride, if you'd like to join email rf@innerfight.com
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Bike DXB
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Friday - Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Sunday - Group Long Run
Our runners will be on the beach track today for our group long run. If you'd like to join please email db@innerfight.com
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: 300m on the beach track
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Monday
Time: 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Tempo
PM Session only: This evening we will be holding Tempo pace (7/10 RPE) for 4 mins blocks of work. Each block will have a 1 min recovery. 7x reps.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. This week we will be running 1600m repeats that will gradually build in pace.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
If you didn't run track, today we have some speed work for you today. We will be running broken 400s. Where the first 100m will be hard (9/10 effort) into a 300m float recovery. Aim for 8 - 12 x reps.
Friday
Time: 5:29am & 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we will have bridge repeats for everyone. Helping you build some strength in your legs. There will be to start times, to cater for thsoe wanting to run a bit longer.
.jpg)
Monday:
This week at Innerfight, we start with some strict pull-up work and some overhead pushing with dumbbell rows. Monday's workout is a face-paced workout for time with dumbbell STOH pull-ups and double unders.
Strength:
A) Every 75secs x 6 - 3 Strict Pull Ups
B) Every 90secs x 10 - Alt between 15 Incline Chest Support Rows & Half kneeling DB Press
Conditioning:
Park run
into
4 rounds
15 DB STOH
10 Pull-ups
30 DU
Tuesday:
On Tuesday, we are progressing our back squats with an easier tempo, followed by two partner workouts. Can you match your time from the first workout to the second workout?
Strength:
Every 2mins x 5 - 3 Tempo Back Squats @20X1
Conditioning:
12min AMRAP in Pairs
750m row
6 widths suitcase walking lunge
30 TTB
rest 3 mins
For time, your score in reverse order!
Wednesday:
Midweek, we get stuck into some incline bench pressing, along with some direct lat and tricep accessory work, followed by a very short, very fast workout.
Strength:
A) Incline Tempo Bench Press - 12/10/8/6/4 @30X1
B) Every 90secs x 6 Alt between 15 DB Skull Crushers & 10 Forearm Banded Plank Rows
Conditioning:
30 - 20 -10
Wall Balls
Cal Ski
Thursday:
Thursday is a strongman's dream. It includes an axel bar deadlift and sandbag loading, followed by a strength workout with the sandbags.
Strength:
A) EMOM x 10 - Min 1) Axel Bar Deadlift (Building) Min 2) Rest
B) EMOM x 10 - Min 1) Sandbag to Box (Building) Min 2) Rest
Conditioning:
6-minute window
2 rounds
1 lap sandbag carry
10 sandbag reverse lunges
AMRAP burpees to target
rest 2 mins x 2
Friday:
Friday, we finish the week with a heavy cluster followed by a very leggy workout! Enjoy!!!
Strength:
A) Every 90secs x 6 - 1 Cluster
Conditioning:
28mins - Thrusters, Box Jumps and Assualt Bike!

Should my teen be taking Creatine? A question that has been asked to me recently, which lead me to dig a little deeper. When I posed the question back do you know what it is, the response has been mixed, which shows a lack of understanding of what Creatine is and what benefits the supplement brings.
Creatine is probably one of the most researched supplements, with countless studies amongst adults, athletes, and the general population. However, there is little research done and limited scientific evidence to assess the safety or effectiveness of Creatine in adolescents.
Your body makes Creatine by way of kidney and liver after you eat protein. Your muscle converts Creatine into creatine phosphate, which is then generated into adenosine triphosphate (ATC), which your body uses for explosive exercise. It increases the body’s ability to produce energy rapidly and helps fuel our muscles, which is why some people take it as a supplement to boost their performance in the gym.
So will taking Creatine make you bigger or a better rugby player? My honest opinion is no and certainly not on its own. There are many other considerations at play here, so before you let your teen loose in the pharmacy, consider the following points before you watch your money go down the toilet!
Firstly, educate yourself, like anything before you put it into your body. Consult a physician or expert. Some people need supplements due to deficiencies, which can be determined through testing. Not all supplements are made equal, so ensuring you choose the right one is also important.
They are called supplements for a reason; they supplement. Therefore, you should have the main things checked before you start feeding yourself with pills and powder. Sleep being number one, followed by Nutrition.
Do your teen's lifestyle and training plan warrant supplementation? You will not get bigger or faster just by taking Creatine or any other supplement for that matter. I am not talking about football in the park with mates or throwing a few curls in after school in the home gym. I’m talking about a structured strength and conditioning program that is being monitored and controlled by someone who understands training principles.
Teens naturally grow, so taking a load of supplements, it’s hard to determine what is happening. If Sleep, Nutrition, and Training are not dialed in, it is not the growth from supplements. Let your teen go through the process of setting good habits. These will be more beneficial in the long run than any creatine or supplement, where it can be seen as an easy way or shortcut to "gains" when it never is and never will be!
There are hundreds of products on the market, with shiny bright labels, and many people telling your teens they should be taking it to be better. Instead, consider the above points, look at your teenager's long-term health, and save some money along the way!
.jpg)
Monday Ride
A ride dedicated to group riding skills and some fitness. Coach Rob Foster leads this ride, if you'd like to join email rf@innerfight.com
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Bike DXB
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Friday - Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Sunday - Group Long Run
Our runners will be on the beach track today for our group long run. If you'd like to join please email db@innerfight.com
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: 300m on the beach track
.jpg)
Monday
Time: 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Tempo
PM Session only: This evening we will be holding Tempo pace (7/10 RPE) for 4 mins blocks of work. Each block will have a 1 min recovery. 7x reps.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. This week we will be running 1600m repeats that will gradually build in pace.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
If you didn't run track, today we have some speed work for you today. We will be running broken 400s. Where the first 100m will be hard (9/10 effort) into a 300m float recovery. Aim for 8 - 12 x reps.
Friday
Time: 5:29am & 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we will have bridge repeats for everyone. Helping you build some strength in your legs. There will be to start times, to cater for thsoe wanting to run a bit longer.
.jpg)
Monday:
This week at Innerfight, we start with some strict pull-up work and some overhead pushing with dumbbell rows. Monday's workout is a face-paced workout for time with dumbbell STOH pull-ups and double unders.
Strength:
A) Every 75secs x 6 - 3 Strict Pull Ups
B) Every 90secs x 10 - Alt between 15 Incline Chest Support Rows & Half kneeling DB Press
Conditioning:
Park run
into
4 rounds
15 DB STOH
10 Pull-ups
30 DU
Tuesday:
On Tuesday, we are progressing our back squats with an easier tempo, followed by two partner workouts. Can you match your time from the first workout to the second workout?
Strength:
Every 2mins x 5 - 3 Tempo Back Squats @20X1
Conditioning:
12min AMRAP in Pairs
750m row
6 widths suitcase walking lunge
30 TTB
rest 3 mins
For time, your score in reverse order!
Wednesday:
Midweek, we get stuck into some incline bench pressing, along with some direct lat and tricep accessory work, followed by a very short, very fast workout.
Strength:
A) Incline Tempo Bench Press - 12/10/8/6/4 @30X1
B) Every 90secs x 6 Alt between 15 DB Skull Crushers & 10 Forearm Banded Plank Rows
Conditioning:
30 - 20 -10
Wall Balls
Cal Ski
Thursday:
Thursday is a strongman's dream. It includes an axel bar deadlift and sandbag loading, followed by a strength workout with the sandbags.
Strength:
A) EMOM x 10 - Min 1) Axel Bar Deadlift (Building) Min 2) Rest
B) EMOM x 10 - Min 1) Sandbag to Box (Building) Min 2) Rest
Conditioning:
6-minute window
2 rounds
1 lap sandbag carry
10 sandbag reverse lunges
AMRAP burpees to target
rest 2 mins x 2
Friday:
Friday, we finish the week with a heavy cluster followed by a very leggy workout! Enjoy!!!
Strength:
A) Every 90secs x 6 - 1 Cluster
Conditioning:
28mins - Thrusters, Box Jumps and Assualt Bike!

ENGINE
50 min AMRAP of Rowing, Ski Erg and Running!
GYMNASTICS
On Tuesday morning, we’ll dial in on toes-to-bar progressions, followed by capacity work. We’ll then round out the session with core and lat supersets to build strength and control.
Thursday evening, we’re going BIG on bar muscle-ups! Whether you're chasing your first rep or fine-tuning your technique for cleaner, stronger sets, we’ve got you covered with progressions, modifications, and strength drills to help you level up. As always, all abilities are welcome!
HYROX
There are two weeks left until Sharjah. This is a race simulation in which we will take on a full HYROX. It can be done individually or in pairs, and the run distance can be changed.
MOBILITY
PURE STRENGTH
In Pure Strength this week, we are kicking off the week with some strict press work followed by dumbbell flys and supinated barbell rows. On Wednesday, we are hitting a 20-rep max on the RDL, aiming to progress from last week before getting in some single-leg work and some core and pull accessory work.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week, we are working on the snatch in weightlifting. This is a technique-based session. We are getting used to squatting with the barbell overhead and finishing with some heavy front squats. Do not miss out!

Should my teen be taking Creatine? A question that has been asked to me recently, which lead me to dig a little deeper. When I posed the question back do you know what it is, the response has been mixed, which shows a lack of understanding of what Creatine is and what benefits the supplement brings.
Creatine is probably one of the most researched supplements, with countless studies amongst adults, athletes, and the general population. However, there is little research done and limited scientific evidence to assess the safety or effectiveness of Creatine in adolescents.
Your body makes Creatine by way of kidney and liver after you eat protein. Your muscle converts Creatine into creatine phosphate, which is then generated into adenosine triphosphate (ATC), which your body uses for explosive exercise. It increases the body’s ability to produce energy rapidly and helps fuel our muscles, which is why some people take it as a supplement to boost their performance in the gym.
So will taking Creatine make you bigger or a better rugby player? My honest opinion is no and certainly not on its own. There are many other considerations at play here, so before you let your teen loose in the pharmacy, consider the following points before you watch your money go down the toilet!
Firstly, educate yourself, like anything before you put it into your body. Consult a physician or expert. Some people need supplements due to deficiencies, which can be determined through testing. Not all supplements are made equal, so ensuring you choose the right one is also important.
They are called supplements for a reason; they supplement. Therefore, you should have the main things checked before you start feeding yourself with pills and powder. Sleep being number one, followed by Nutrition.
Do your teen's lifestyle and training plan warrant supplementation? You will not get bigger or faster just by taking Creatine or any other supplement for that matter. I am not talking about football in the park with mates or throwing a few curls in after school in the home gym. I’m talking about a structured strength and conditioning program that is being monitored and controlled by someone who understands training principles.
Teens naturally grow, so taking a load of supplements, it’s hard to determine what is happening. If Sleep, Nutrition, and Training are not dialed in, it is not the growth from supplements. Let your teen go through the process of setting good habits. These will be more beneficial in the long run than any creatine or supplement, where it can be seen as an easy way or shortcut to "gains" when it never is and never will be!
There are hundreds of products on the market, with shiny bright labels, and many people telling your teens they should be taking it to be better. Instead, consider the above points, look at your teenager's long-term health, and save some money along the way!
.jpg)
Monday
Time: 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Tempo
PM Session only: This evening we will be holding Tempo pace (7/10 RPE) for 4 mins blocks of work. Each block will have a 1 min recovery. 7x reps.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. This week we will be running 1600m repeats that will gradually build in pace.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
If you didn't run track, today we have some speed work for you today. We will be running broken 400s. Where the first 100m will be hard (9/10 effort) into a 300m float recovery. Aim for 8 - 12 x reps.
Friday
Time: 5:29am & 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
This week we will have bridge repeats for everyone. Helping you build some strength in your legs. There will be to start times, to cater for thsoe wanting to run a bit longer.
.jpg)
Monday:
This week at Innerfight, we start with some strict pull-up work and some overhead pushing with dumbbell rows. Monday's workout is a face-paced workout for time with dumbbell STOH pull-ups and double unders.
Strength:
A) Every 75secs x 6 - 3 Strict Pull Ups
B) Every 90secs x 10 - Alt between 15 Incline Chest Support Rows & Half kneeling DB Press
Conditioning:
Park run
into
4 rounds
15 DB STOH
10 Pull-ups
30 DU
Tuesday:
On Tuesday, we are progressing our back squats with an easier tempo, followed by two partner workouts. Can you match your time from the first workout to the second workout?
Strength:
Every 2mins x 5 - 3 Tempo Back Squats @20X1
Conditioning:
12min AMRAP in Pairs
750m row
6 widths suitcase walking lunge
30 TTB
rest 3 mins
For time, your score in reverse order!
Wednesday:
Midweek, we get stuck into some incline bench pressing, along with some direct lat and tricep accessory work, followed by a very short, very fast workout.
Strength:
A) Incline Tempo Bench Press - 12/10/8/6/4 @30X1
B) Every 90secs x 6 Alt between 15 DB Skull Crushers & 10 Forearm Banded Plank Rows
Conditioning:
30 - 20 -10
Wall Balls
Cal Ski
Thursday:
Thursday is a strongman's dream. It includes an axel bar deadlift and sandbag loading, followed by a strength workout with the sandbags.
Strength:
A) EMOM x 10 - Min 1) Axel Bar Deadlift (Building) Min 2) Rest
B) EMOM x 10 - Min 1) Sandbag to Box (Building) Min 2) Rest
Conditioning:
6-minute window
2 rounds
1 lap sandbag carry
10 sandbag reverse lunges
AMRAP burpees to target
rest 2 mins x 2
Friday:
Friday, we finish the week with a heavy cluster followed by a very leggy workout! Enjoy!!!
Strength:
A) Every 90secs x 6 - 1 Cluster
Conditioning:
28mins - Thrusters, Box Jumps and Assualt Bike!

ENGINE
50 min AMRAP of Rowing, Ski Erg and Running!
GYMNASTICS
On Tuesday morning, we’ll dial in on toes-to-bar progressions, followed by capacity work. We’ll then round out the session with core and lat supersets to build strength and control.
Thursday evening, we’re going BIG on bar muscle-ups! Whether you're chasing your first rep or fine-tuning your technique for cleaner, stronger sets, we’ve got you covered with progressions, modifications, and strength drills to help you level up. As always, all abilities are welcome!
HYROX
There are two weeks left until Sharjah. This is a race simulation in which we will take on a full HYROX. It can be done individually or in pairs, and the run distance can be changed.
MOBILITY
PURE STRENGTH
In Pure Strength this week, we are kicking off the week with some strict press work followed by dumbbell flys and supinated barbell rows. On Wednesday, we are hitting a 20-rep max on the RDL, aiming to progress from last week before getting in some single-leg work and some core and pull accessory work.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week, we are working on the snatch in weightlifting. This is a technique-based session. We are getting used to squatting with the barbell overhead and finishing with some heavy front squats. Do not miss out!
.jpg)
Monday Ride
A ride dedicated to group riding skills and some fitness. Coach Rob Foster leads this ride, if you'd like to join email rf@innerfight.com
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Bike DXB
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Friday - Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Sunday - Group Long Run
Our runners will be on the beach track today for our group long run. If you'd like to join please email db@innerfight.com
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: 300m on the beach track

Should my teen be taking Creatine? A question that has been asked to me recently, which lead me to dig a little deeper. When I posed the question back do you know what it is, the response has been mixed, which shows a lack of understanding of what Creatine is and what benefits the supplement brings.
Creatine is probably one of the most researched supplements, with countless studies amongst adults, athletes, and the general population. However, there is little research done and limited scientific evidence to assess the safety or effectiveness of Creatine in adolescents.
Your body makes Creatine by way of kidney and liver after you eat protein. Your muscle converts Creatine into creatine phosphate, which is then generated into adenosine triphosphate (ATC), which your body uses for explosive exercise. It increases the body’s ability to produce energy rapidly and helps fuel our muscles, which is why some people take it as a supplement to boost their performance in the gym.
So will taking Creatine make you bigger or a better rugby player? My honest opinion is no and certainly not on its own. There are many other considerations at play here, so before you let your teen loose in the pharmacy, consider the following points before you watch your money go down the toilet!
Firstly, educate yourself, like anything before you put it into your body. Consult a physician or expert. Some people need supplements due to deficiencies, which can be determined through testing. Not all supplements are made equal, so ensuring you choose the right one is also important.
They are called supplements for a reason; they supplement. Therefore, you should have the main things checked before you start feeding yourself with pills and powder. Sleep being number one, followed by Nutrition.
Do your teen's lifestyle and training plan warrant supplementation? You will not get bigger or faster just by taking Creatine or any other supplement for that matter. I am not talking about football in the park with mates or throwing a few curls in after school in the home gym. I’m talking about a structured strength and conditioning program that is being monitored and controlled by someone who understands training principles.
Teens naturally grow, so taking a load of supplements, it’s hard to determine what is happening. If Sleep, Nutrition, and Training are not dialed in, it is not the growth from supplements. Let your teen go through the process of setting good habits. These will be more beneficial in the long run than any creatine or supplement, where it can be seen as an easy way or shortcut to "gains" when it never is and never will be!
There are hundreds of products on the market, with shiny bright labels, and many people telling your teens they should be taking it to be better. Instead, consider the above points, look at your teenager's long-term health, and save some money along the way!

Should my teen be taking Creatine? A question that has been asked to me recently, which lead me to dig a little deeper. When I posed the question back do you know what it is, the response has been mixed, which shows a lack of understanding of what Creatine is and what benefits the supplement brings.
Creatine is probably one of the most researched supplements, with countless studies amongst adults, athletes, and the general population. However, there is little research done and limited scientific evidence to assess the safety or effectiveness of Creatine in adolescents.
Your body makes Creatine by way of kidney and liver after you eat protein. Your muscle converts Creatine into creatine phosphate, which is then generated into adenosine triphosphate (ATC), which your body uses for explosive exercise. It increases the body’s ability to produce energy rapidly and helps fuel our muscles, which is why some people take it as a supplement to boost their performance in the gym.
So will taking Creatine make you bigger or a better rugby player? My honest opinion is no and certainly not on its own. There are many other considerations at play here, so before you let your teen loose in the pharmacy, consider the following points before you watch your money go down the toilet!
Firstly, educate yourself, like anything before you put it into your body. Consult a physician or expert. Some people need supplements due to deficiencies, which can be determined through testing. Not all supplements are made equal, so ensuring you choose the right one is also important.
They are called supplements for a reason; they supplement. Therefore, you should have the main things checked before you start feeding yourself with pills and powder. Sleep being number one, followed by Nutrition.
Do your teen's lifestyle and training plan warrant supplementation? You will not get bigger or faster just by taking Creatine or any other supplement for that matter. I am not talking about football in the park with mates or throwing a few curls in after school in the home gym. I’m talking about a structured strength and conditioning program that is being monitored and controlled by someone who understands training principles.
Teens naturally grow, so taking a load of supplements, it’s hard to determine what is happening. If Sleep, Nutrition, and Training are not dialed in, it is not the growth from supplements. Let your teen go through the process of setting good habits. These will be more beneficial in the long run than any creatine or supplement, where it can be seen as an easy way or shortcut to "gains" when it never is and never will be!
There are hundreds of products on the market, with shiny bright labels, and many people telling your teens they should be taking it to be better. Instead, consider the above points, look at your teenager's long-term health, and save some money along the way!

One-Hour Workout: Revving Your Swim Engine
