Does Creatine Supplementation Enhance Performance in Active Females? A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: The use of creatine as a dietary supplement is widespread. However, its reported performance benefit has been largely demonstrated in male populations. The aim was to evaluate the effectiveness of creatine supplementation in improving exercise performance in active females. A secondary aim was to appraise the quality of research in this area. Five databases were searched from the earliest record to July 2024. Eligible studies used supplemental creatine as an intervention with physically active female participants and reported an exercise performance-related outcome. Study quality was appraised using the Critical Appraisal Skills Program randomised controlled trials checklist with four additional items related to methodological considerations for research with active females. Performance ou

SUBMITTER: Tam R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11767391 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature