How to Use Phosphagen

Phosphagen is a type of nutritional supplement manufactured by EAS. The supplement contains 500 grams of creatine per dose and is used as a way to increase strength while assisting in recovering muscles that have been utilized during a workout. Additional manufacturer product claims include the ability to increase lean muscle mass. After checking with your doctor, you can use Phosphagen as part of your workout routine.

Instructions

• 1

  Purchase the EAS Phosphagen supplement from an online retailer of nutritional products. Phosphagen is sold in powder form and can be bought from sites like Get Fit Nutrition.

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  Start with the loading phase. You will use Phosphagen in two different phases: the loading phase and the maintenance phase. The loading phase will involve the first five days of your workout week. During this time, you will mix 1 ½ teaspoons of Phosphagen into eight ounces of cold water or juice. Repeat this dose four times daily for the loading phase.

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  Decrease the amount of Phosphagen that you use for the two days at the end of your workout week. This is known as the maintenance phase. You will mix 1 ½ teaspoons of Phosphagen with eight ounces of water or juice and consume only once a day.

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  Increase your dosage of Phosphagen if you weigh more than 225 pounds. You will use the same mixture, but during the loading phase, you should take Phosphagen five to six times a day. During maintenance, two doses daily is recommended.

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  Drink a lot of water while you are using Phosphagen. The manufacturer recommends that you drink 120 ounces of water daily, especially before and after workouts.