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Creatine Gains Popularity Among Cyclists for Performance Boost

10/14/2025

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Creatine supplementation is gaining traction among athletes, especially in cycling, where it was once viewed as a bodybuilder's product.
Nutritionist Stephanie Scheirlynck notes many pro cyclists are using creatine for performance benefits despite weight gain concerns.
Research supports creatine's effectiveness in enhancing high-intensity efforts and muscle recovery.
Advocates say understanding could make creatine a standard recommendation similar to vitamin D.

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Story summary

Creatine supplementation is gaining traction among athletes, especially in cycling, where it was once viewed as a bodybuilder's product.
Nutritionist Stephanie Scheirlynck notes many pro cyclists are using creatine for performance benefits despite weight gain concerns.
Research supports creatine's effectiveness in enhancing high-intensity efforts and muscle recovery.
Advocates say understanding could make creatine a standard recommendation similar to vitamin D.