Nutrition · 2026-09-18

Study finds creatine’s benefits extend beyond the gym

A 12-week Texas A&M study of adults aged 45–65 found that daily creatine supplementation increased lean tissue and strength even among participants without a structured exercise program. The reported effects were larger when creatine was combined with exercise and a modest calorie-deficit diet.

Texas A&M researchers studied 64 adults aged 45 to 65 over 12 weeks to examine how daily creatine supplementation interacted with exercise and diet.

The university reported increases in lean tissue and leg and bench-press strength, including among participants who did not follow a structured exercise program. The combination of creatine, exercise, and a modest calorie deficit was associated with larger strength gains and lower body fat.

As always with supplement research, the study is a piece of evidence rather than a universal promise. People considering supplementation should discuss personal factors with a qualified healthcare professional.

Source: Texas A&M University Stories