#166 // Top-5 Reasons to Take Creatine (That Have Nothing to Do with Lifting)

Creatine — it’s not just for gym rats. While it’s one of the most studied and effective supplements for strength and performance, new research suggests it might do a lot more. From heart health and healthy aging to cognitive function and mental health, creatine’s benefits go way beyond muscle. Today on Fitness Stuff for Normal People, Marianna and Tony break down what the science actually says and whether it’s something everyone should consider.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for Fitness Stuff PREMIUM here!!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Access to ALL advanced 12-Week Training Programs, Bonus podcast episodes EVERY Friday, Weekly Legion supplement giveaways, and more.Legion Athletics:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠20% OFF Supplements with Code "FSPOD"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tools mentioned in episode:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fitness Stuff Calculators (Calorie, Protein, etc.)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Timestamps:(07:48) Depression / Mental Health(15:26) Cognitive Enhancement and Neuroprotection Against Age-Related Cognitive Decline(22:56) Better Aging (27:28) Improved Energy Metabolism for Chronic Fatigue Conditions(32:31) Heart Health

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