Creapure® and the Munich Ravens: United for the Touchdown

Creapure® is proud to support the Munich Ravens as an official partner on their journey to the top of the European League of Football. As a globally recognized form of creatine monohydrate, Creapure® delivers greater strength, faster recovery, and peak performance — essential qualities for the demands of American football.

"Our players deserve nothing but the best to maximize their performance," says Sean Shelton, General Manager of Sports for the Munich Ravens.

Beyond athletic support, Creapure® and the Ravens are committed to education: through training sessions and knowledge sharing, players gain a deep understanding of the optimal use of creatine.

"With Creapure®, we provide athletes with a product that meets the highest purity standards and is trusted worldwide," adds Andreas Niedermaier, CEO of Alzchem Group.

Through this partnership, Creapure® and the Munich Ravens are emphasizing the importance of performance-driven nutrition — fueling more power on the field and driving long-term success.

About Munich Ravens

About Munich Ravens

The Munich Ravens are a professional American football team based in Munich, Germany, and compete in the European League of Football (ELF). Founded in 2022, they’ve quickly gained attention as a rising force in European football. With a roster that blends talented European players with experienced U.S. athletes, the Ravens are building a competitive team. Known for their sleek black and silver colors, they play their home games at Sportpark Unterhaching, just outside Munich, and aim to make a major impact in the league.

Benefits of creatine in American football

Benefits of creatine in American football

1. Increased Strength and Power

Creatine helps players lift heavier, sprint faster, and tackle harder by boosting muscle strength and explosive power — key for football actions like blocking, sprinting, and jumping.

2. Faster Recovery

Football is intense. Creatine speeds up recovery between plays, practices, and games by helping muscles refill their energy stores (ATP) quicker.

3. Improved High-Intensity Performance

Football players need short bursts of maximum effort. Creatine supports better performance during repeated sprints, quick direction changes, and heavy hits.

4. Muscle Growth

Creatine can support muscle mass gains by helping muscles hold more water and encouraging better training results — important for size and strength on the field.

5. Reduced Risk of Injury

Stronger muscles and quicker recovery times can help lower the risk of injuries like strains and pulls.

6. Mental Sharpness

Some studies show creatine might also help with cognitive function, which is important for quick decision-making on the field.

7. Endurance in Training and Games

While creatine mainly boosts short bursts of effort, it can also help players push through longer training sessions without tiring as quickly.

What role does creatine play in the human body?

What role does creatine play in the human body?

Creatine plays a key role in energy production, particularly during high-intensity, short-duration activities. Here’s how it functions in the body:

  1. Energy Production:
    ATP Generation: Creatine is stored in the muscles as phosphocreatine. During high-intensity activities, it quickly donates a phosphate group to ADP (adenosine diphosphate), regenerating it into ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the primary energy source for muscle contractions. This process allows the muscles to produce energy rapidly, which is crucial for activities like sprinting, lifting, and jumping.
  2. Enhanced Muscle Strength and Power:
    By providing a quick source of ATP, creatine enhances the muscles' ability to exert force and power. This effect can lead to greater strength and performance gains over time, especially during strength training or explosive movements.
  3. Support for Muscle Growth:
    Creatine increases the water content within muscle cells, promoting protein synthesis and muscle growth. This cell hydration effect creates a favorable environment for building lean muscle mass and can improve recovery from intense exercise.
  4. Neuroprotective Properties:
    In addition to its role in the muscles, creatine is also found in the brain, which supports cognitive functions. Emerging research suggests that creatine might protect neurons and help improve mental performance, particularly under conditions of sleep deprivation, fatigue, or high cognitive load.
  5. Faster Recovery:
    Creatine may help reduce muscle damage and inflammation following intense exercise, which can aid faster recovery and allow athletes to train or compete more frequently.

Recommended intake

Recommended intake

The recommended intake of creatine varies depending on individual goals, activity level, and body weight. Here’s a general guideline:

  1. Standard Dosage (Maintenance Phase):
    3-5 grams per day: This is the typical maintenance dose for most people, allowing for gradual saturation of muscle creatine stores over time. Taking this dose consistently each day, even on rest days, maintains muscle creatine levels and supports performance and recovery.
  2. Personalized Dosage by Body Weight: 0.03 grams per kilogram of body weight per day:
    A personalized approach considers body weight, typically at around 0.03 grams per kilogram daily. For example, a 70 kg (154 lbs) person would take around 2.1 grams daily, while a 100 kg (220 lbs) person would take 3 grams. This dosing method may be more precise, especially for those with varying body sizes.
  3. Timing: Any time of day:
    Creatine timing is flexible because it accumulates in the body over time. However, some people prefer taking it after exercise to aid recovery, or with meals to improve absorption (carbs and protein can help with uptake).
  4. Hydration:
    Since creatine can increase water retention in muscles, it’s essential to stay well-hydrated, especially during the initial phases of supplementation.

Why Creapure®?

Why Creapure®?

Creapure® is a high-quality form of creatine monohydrate that’s often chosen for its purity, safety, and effectiveness. Here are some key reasons athletes and fitness enthusiasts prefer Creapure® over other creatine brands:

  1. High Purity and Quality:
    Creapure® is manufactured in Germany using stringent quality control processes to ensure a high level of purity. It’s tested for contaminants like heavy metals and unwanted byproducts (such as dicyandiamide and dihydrotriazine) that can sometimes appear in lower-quality creatine products. This purity makes Creapure® one of the safest forms of creatine on the market.
  2. Reliable Performance and Effectiveness:
    Like all creatine monohydrate, Creapure® is backed by extensive research showing its effectiveness in improving strength, power, and muscle endurance. Creapure® delivers reliable performance benefits for athletes in high-intensity, short-duration activities, supporting better energy production, muscle growth, and recovery.
  3. Trust and Transparency:
    Creapure® is produced by Alzchem in Germany, which has a reputation for quality and transparency in its manufacturing processes. Creapure® products are certified and meet high European standards for production, giving consumers added confidence.
  4. Increased Muscle Hydration and Recovery:
    Creatine helps draw water into muscle cells, promoting muscle hydration and creating a favorable environment for muscle growth. This cellular hydration effect also supports better recovery and reduces the risk of injuries or cramps.
  5. Widely Researched and Proven:
    Creapure® is one of the most studied forms of creatine, ensuring that it’s both safe and effective. This makes it a preferred choice among athletes who value scientifically supported products.
  6. No Need to Cycle:
    Creapure® is pure creatine monohydrate, which is safe for continuous, long-term use. Athletes and users don’t need to cycle off, allowing them to maintain steady creatine levels for consistent performance and recovery benefits over time.

Munich Ravens

Founding: 2022
Discipline: American Football
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European League of Football:

  • Play-offs 2024