Training for Military ( special operations), Supplements to take?(creatine vs Protein)?

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FudgemsBox

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Well I just started working out because when I graduate high school I want to go Special operations.
Currently I have been taking Muscle Milk Protein shakes after my work outs. But I was on a military fitness forum and there was a debate going on about whether protein or creatine is better.

I do not know to what extent this is accurate too, but from what I have heard Creatine gives you a temporary build up, but when you stop taking creatine, you will lose a lot of what you had with creatine, and I heard no downsides with Protein shakes.

I want to know the scientific truth.

What are positive and negative effects of Creatine?

and also, If you were training for Military Special operations, what would you take and why? ( protein or creatine?)

also when would you take the supplement? before work outs, after, before bed, in the mornings?

I have been taking protein drinks after work outs, and thats it. I think I should take it more because I read for every pound I weigh, I should have 1 gram of protein for each pound.

any helpful/extra info on training for Special operations is greatly appreciated.
Thanks
NO ROIDS!. And you can get Special operations training in your enlistment contract now. You can enlist with 18x for army, and in the navy they have the SEAL challenge.


Also, to the 3rd post. I did do some research. i know you can take protein and creatine together, and I know creatine puts water into your muscles and causes you to get thirsty , so you must drink a lot of water. I know it helps with creating ATP. I didn't know if you did not take is carefully and take the needed precautions it could lead to kidney stones. Thanks for that. and thanks for the extra info.
Raab, I am looking into trying out for the Seals.

Thanks for the great info aswell. Yea I have heard the even some the biggest guys at BUD/s fail because they focused on how bulky they were instead of how much they could endure. So i see your point there. If you have any other info to help me out, an email from you would be great.
 
Dude you haven't even googled this stuff have you?

Creatine and protein can be taken together. Creatine basically boosts your mass, and protein helps with recovery. Personally? I don't recommend serious bulking for military personnel. Because most weight lifters are men, and we get testosterone kicks, we want to lift heavy to show off how strong we are. But its my opinion that reality is, in the military, you need brute strength, and strength endurance. My standard rule is no less than 8, no more than 12.

Creatine will require you to drink lots of water, otherwise you risk kidney stones, and the thought of peeing stones doesn't appeal to me. Thats why I don't take it. If you insist, get the tablets as they are more complex than the mono.

Whey protein is the best. I use Wheybolic Extreme 60 (chocolate flavor) from GNC. This is just a matter of personal preference, as it doesn't have too much filler, and actually tastes amazing. I will sometimes take it pre and post workout, or just post workout, depending on my goals. Downside of taking too much protein is some painful moments on the toilet, and if you don't burn it off, you'll get fat.

Me personally? If I was training for special forces, I'd only take protein before and after. I'd be hitting the weights for about 1 hour, and cardio another hour. If I wasn't pting, I'd be eating my 6 meals a day, and sleeping 10 hours a day. I'd look for ways throughout the day to PT. Great example of this is parking my truck the furthest away from the store as I could.

Edit: Definition: Alot of water: 1 gallon a day
 
You should not take any supplements.

Unless your training 6 hours everyday.

Your just wasting your time using protein drinks.

Don't take creatine, its not needed, it helps you recover from workouts

But again, unless your working out 6 hours each day, you do not need it.

Think about it, Seals don't take anything in Bud/s

So why should you ?

You want a work out plan ?

M - run 5 miles
5 sets 50 pushups, 50 situps/flutter kicks, 20 pullups

T - run 3 miles , lift weights ( alteast 5 sets of squats )

W - Run 8 miles
5 sets 50 pushups, 50 situps/flutter kicks, 20 pullups

Th - No running . Lift weights

Fri - run 3 miles
5 sets 50 pushups, 50 situps/flutter kicks, 20 pullups

Sat - ruck 6 miles with at least 45 lbs.

Sun - rest
 
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