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Creatine supplementation is validated as a safe and effective ergogenic aid and is distinct from anabolic steroids.
Creatine can be safely used to enhance performance without the risks associated with steroids.
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Creatine supplementation is validated as a safe and effective ergogenic aid and is distinct from anabolic steroids.
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From Anecdote to Evidence: Dispelling Myths in Bodybuilding and Physique Sports
Brandon M. Roberts et al. · Strength and conditioning journal · 2026
DOI 10.1519/ssc.0000000000000937
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