Creatine - mixed or straight?

[groeneaj]

I have heard that i should have creatine post workout, then 15 mins later have my protein shake, then i have heard that i should mix it? what should i do? will the protiein hinder the absortion of the creatine, or should i just wait 15 mins after my workout

also is loading necessary, how does this loading cycle look

wake up - creatine 5 grams

around lunch - creatine 5 grams

pre workout - 5 grams

post - workout 5 grams

this is only for 5 days then it will be 5 grams after post workout?

[atherjen]

IMO there is no need for a loading phase of creatine, your body cant absorb all that! I think its just a marketing ploy by companies that sell creatine.
just stick to 5g post workout with carbs(preferably dextrose) and whey protein.

[Lunaris718]

well i just started taking creatine on monday but from what i have gathered it is only neccesary twice a day...pre and post workout...pre because it gives me an energy boost and post well thats obvious.

but hey, as i said i've only just started

[injusinjus]

Originally Posted by Lunaris718

well i just started taking creatine on monday but from what i have gathered it is only neccesary twice a day...pre and post workout...pre because it gives me an energy boost and post well thats obvious.

but hey, as i said i've only just started

im pretty sure u wont get an energy from the creatine u just took preworkout....probly the creatine u took a day before