CREATINE HMB

Q: When will my order be shipped out?

A: All orders ship out the following business day.

Q: How should StrengthSeries Creatine HMB be taken to maximize its effectiveness?

A: We recommend taking 1 scoop of StrengthSeries Creatine HMB with 4-6 ounces of water, juice, or protein 30 minutes following your workout. On non-workout days, take one scoop with 4-6 ounces of water, juice, or protein in the morning for recovery.

Q: I am subjected to drug testing for my sport, can I take StrengthSeries Creatine HMB?

A: Yes, absolutely. All products from Transparent Labs contain zero illegal drugs of any kind. Depending on how rigorous your drug-testing procedures, we recommend showing your coach or administration our supplement facts panel.

Q: I don't live in the United States, can I still buy StrengthSeries Creatine HMB?

A: Yes. Our fulfillment center allows us to ship worldwide. Standard shipping for international orders typically takes 10-14 business days to arrive. 

Q: Is a loading phase necessary?

A: No. When it comes to creatine studies, the results show that you get the same results without loading. 

Q: How long until I notice results in my training?

A: It depends on if you're taking creatine prior to using StrengthSeries Creatine HMB, then you may have noticeable effects within the first week. Within the first two weeks of taking it, you should see noticeable strength gains. HMB effects have been known to kick in within the first 3-4 weeks.

Q: Should I be taking Creatine? Is it for me?

A: We wrote a detailed, science-filled blog post on the very subject here. The short answer is yes, you should be taking creatine. 

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The performance-enhancing effects of creatine are irrefutable and among the most widely researched of all natural supplements.

As it stands, a majority of the studies have been conducted on the effects of creatine monohydrate on health, strength, and performance output. Regardless of the form, however, supplementation with creatine has regularly shown to increase strength, fat free mass, and muscle growth with heavy resistance training. 

Clinical Studies Referencing the Effects of Creatine:

A meta-analysis on the effect of creatine supplementation on body composition and performance found that the "effect size was greater for changes in lean body mass following short-term creatine supplementation". [1]

Another meta-analysis researching the effectiveness for strength and mass found creatine and HMB to be the only two supplements to significantly increase net lean mass gains and strength gains. [2]

An updated review from the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition suggests that creatine supplementation combined with resistance training helps to improve training adaptations (at a cellular and sub-cellular level).[3]

A study conducted by the Institute of Sport and Physical Education in Warsaw, Poland found that supplementing with creatine monohydrate and HMB resulted in greater increases in lean body mass and strength when used together, as opposed to independent use. [4]

StrengthSeries Creatine HMB contains 5,000 mg (5 grams) (Creatine Monohydrate).

HMB, similar to creatine monohydrate, has been shown to increase strength, lean body mass, and decrease fat mass, when used in conjunction with resistance training.[1]

Clinical Studies Referencing the Effects of HMB:

A meta analysis on nine weeks of HMB supplementation on strength and body composition in resistance trained men found a clear effect on fat-free mass and a substantial benefit to strengthening lower-body muscle. [2]

This controlled study of weight training elderly men found HMB to increase muscle strength and lean mass, while simultaneously decreasing fat. [3]

This study, focusing on the effects of HMB on aerobic-performance and body composition in college students, concluded that HMB supplementation positively affects selected components of aerobic performance in active college students. [4]

This study is centered around the effects of HMB supplementation on oxygen capacity for endurance athletes, which found that blood glucose was significantly greater during HMB use and concludes that HMB supplementation may have positive affects on performance. [5]

StrengthSeries Creatine HMB contains 1,500 mg of HMB per serving.

Bioperine is an extract obtained from the black pepper fruit. In its patented form, BioPerine has been clinically tested (in the United States) to significantly enhance the bioavailability of various supplement nutrients through increased absorption. 

StrengthSeries Creatine HMB contains 5 mg of BioPerine per serving.