Effects of Creatine and Carbohydrate Supplementation on Endurance Performance

Effects of Creatine and Carbohydrate Supplementation on Endurance Performance

This study will examine the independent and combined effects of creatine and carbohydrate supplementation on exercise performance, compared to placebo.

Inclusion Criteria:

• healthy (i.e. no known cardiovascular disease)
• nonsmoking
• active (regular physical activity ≥150 minutes per week of aerobic exercise and have a VO2 peak ≥35 ml/kg-min)
• a normal BMI (18.5 - 35 kg/m^2)
• between ages 18-40 years old

Exclusion Criteria:

• previously taken creatine and/or any other dietary supplement that may interfere with exercise performance