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EPISODE · Apr 30, 2025 · 55 MIN

Unpacking Creatine Monohydrate with Dr Darren Candow

from The PILLAR Performance Podcast · host PILLAR Performance

In this episode of the Pillar Performance Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Darren Candow, a renowned expert in exercise science and nutrition. As a Professor at the University of Regina and leader of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory, Dr. Candow’s research focuses on improving musculoskeletal health through exercise and nutrition. With over 70 peer-reviewed papers on creatine, he shares his extensive knowledge on its benefits for athletic performance, aging, and overall health. Chapters00:00 The Evolution of Creatine Research03:01 Understanding Creatine: Production and Benefits05:47 Creatine and Exercise: The Synergistic Effect09:09 Creatine's Role in Bone Health11:55 Creatine for Aging and Longevity14:56 Creatine in Endurance Sports18:10 Dosing Strategies for Creatine20:58 The Impact of Creatine on Performance24:02 Timing and Synergy with Other Nutrients30:25 Caffeine and Creatine: A Tug of War32:36 Understanding Creatine: Forms and Efficacy35:12 Creatine for Children: Myths and Benefits37:37 Creatine in Pregnancy: Emerging Research41:20 Gender Differences in Creatine Response44:22 Creatine for the Elderly: Addressing Sarcopenia46:48 Cycling Creatine: Is It Necessary?48:09 Creatine and Hydration: Myths Debunked50:15 Creatine's Role in Inflammation and Recovery51:44 Supplement Stack: What Else to Consider?Dr. Darren Candow: https://www.instagram.com/dr.darrencandow/?hl=enDr Dan Plews: https://www.instagram.com/theplews/Shop online:⁠ ⁠https://pillarperformance.shop/⁠⁠ Instagram:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pillarperformance_/ Tiktok:⁠ ⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@pillarperformance STRAVA:⁠ ⁠ https://www.strava.com/clubs/1108245 

In this episode of the Pillar Performance Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Darren Candow, a renowned expert in exercise science and nutrition. As a Professor at the University of Regina and leader of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory, Dr. Candow’s research focuses on improving musculoskeletal health through exercise and nutrition. With over 70 peer-reviewed papers on creatine, he shares his extensive knowledge on its benefits for athletic performance, aging, and overall health. Chapters00:00 The Evolution of Creatine Research03:01 Understanding Creatine: Production and Benefits05:47 Creatine and Exercise: The Synergistic Effect09:09 Creatine's Role in Bone Health11:55 Creatine for Aging and Longevity14:56 Creatine in Endurance Sports18:10 Dosing Strategies for Creatine20:58 The Impact of Creatine on Performance24:02 Timing and Synergy with Other Nutrients30:25 Caffeine and Creatine: A Tug of War32:36 Understanding Creatine: Forms and Efficacy35:12 Creatine for Children: Myths and Benefits37:37 Creatine in Pregnancy: Emerging Research41:20 Gender Differences in Creatine Response44:22 Creatine for the Elderly: Addressing Sarcopenia46:48 Cycling Creatine: Is It Necessary?48:09 Creatine and Hydration: Myths Debunked50:15 Creatine's Role in Inflammation and Recovery51:44 Supplement Stack: What Else to Consider?Dr. Darren Candow: https://www.instagram.com/dr.darrencandow/?hl=enDr Dan Plews: https://www.instagram.com/theplews/Shop online:⁠ ⁠https://pillarperformance.shop/⁠⁠ Instagram:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pillarperformance_/ Tiktok:⁠ ⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@pillarperformance STRAVA:⁠ ⁠ https://www.strava.com/clubs/1108245

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