AboutCorey Crane Expertise Any questions regarding strength and conditioning, health and wellness, sports psychology and sports nutrition.
Experience I am a strength and conditioning coach for West Point (Army). I have also been in the health field since 1992 working at all levels (NFL, College & High School). In addition, I was a Corporate Wellness Director for 5 years for Omega Cabinets.
Organizations National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa)
Level 1 Track and Field Coach (USA Track and Field)
Publications Various online newsletters as well as the local county newspaper in Orange County, NY.
Education/Credentials BA in Community Health Education w/ a minor in Coaching
MA in Exercise Science and Psychomotor Behavior
Awards and Honors Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCS)
Question Hi, I read a lot about cretine powders, so I decided to try it. I know that creatine absorbs water in the muscles, so I wonder if when I'll stop taking it (after 6-8 weeks) will my muscles get smaller (probably in muscles will be less water)?
Answer You are right that creatine pulls water into the muscles...but you may be able to maintain some of the gain in weight if you still drink plenty of water (i.e. 8 x 8 ounces) a day. Keep training hard and stay focused on proper nutrition (i.e. eating 5-6 meals a day). I have been off creatine for about 4 weeks and have only lost about 3 pounds or so.
Train hard!
Corey
