Physical Education A-Level

Creatine

What Creatine means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.

Definition of Creatine

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Increases phosphocreatine stores, supporting ATP resynthesis during short, explosive efforts such as sprinting or jumping.

AQA · Diet and nutrition and their effect on physical activity and performance (study guide)

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Diet and nutrition and their effect on physical activity and performance (AQA A-Level)

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