Creatine for Women

killerbee · 03-May-06, 12:03 PM

Is creatine safe for women? I'm a 36 yr old female that would like to gain some muscle definition on my body. Right now I have NONE. Due to a personal tragedy last month I lost an additional 15lbs and look very weak and drawn (Almost anorexic). I am now planning to pick myself up and get into shape. As of now, I don't have much of an appetite and am probably not taking in enough calories. I need to get strong again both mentally and physically. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

**Lady C** · 03-May-06, 02:17 PM

Not everyone responds well to creatine. It is not a male/female issue. I tried creatine and it didn't do much for me. Creatine is found in all meats so if you add more meats to your diet and see good/great results you may respond well to creatine.

Adding muscle is tough for women. I would suggest you get your calories up and stay consistant before adding more complexity. Same goes for your routine. Lift heavy, get rest and eat right.

fitricise · 03-May-06, 06:55 PM

If you don't respond to monohydrate you might want to try CEE (creatine ethyl ester).

**Todd** · 10-May-06, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by fitricise

If you don't respond to monohydrate you might want to try CEE (creatine ethyl ester).

I second the above statement, CEE is supposed to work in just about everyone, as it is more easily absorbed into the system. I would give it a try. And yes, creatine is as safe for women as it is for men, and can benefit from it just as much.