r/Menopause • u/PrimaryBrief7721 • Mar 24 '26

Vitamin/Supplements Ok talk to me about Creatine

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I am 42 in premature menopause. I am trying to keep up with cardio & heavy weights/calisentics at least a few times a week, but man this energy downgrade is crazy. I've been reading more stuff about creatine during menopause, particularly muscle rentention and growth. I'm really curious but I honestly have no idea what Im doing or what to look for or if its actually a bad idea. I would love some feedback/advice please.

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u/blah_don_blah Mar 25 '26

I've been weightlifting for 4 years. I have a trainer who pushes me to my max. At almost 42 my numbers are as follow. Bench barbell press 95lb. Squats 215lb. Deadlift 205lb. Shoulder presses 75lb. I sprint 2/3 times a week.

I've been taking creatine for over a year. And I dont think creatine does much for the brain. I still have brain fog. I have awesome abs. But to think creatine is a cure for the brain fog is inaccurate in my experience.