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The Effect of Creatine Supplementation on Resistance Training-Based Changes to Body Composition: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
J Strength Cond Res
2024
38(10):1813-1821
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Study snapshot
| Design | Systematic review and meta-analysis |
|---|---|
| Model | Human |
| Sample | 12 studies |
| Intervention | Creatine supplementation plus resistance training versus resistance training alone |
| Duration | Varied by included trial |
| Endpoints | Lean body mass; Body fat percentage; Fat mass |
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