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Justin Romaire is the host of CBG Radio. He has his masters degree from Yale University and has been nutrition coaching for over 10 years. Consistency Breeds Growth (CBG) is an online nutrition company that helps you crush your WODs while looking, performing and feeling confident in your own skin without tracking macros.

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Justin Romaire is the host of CBG Radio. He has his masters degree from Yale University and has been nutrition coaching for over 10 years. Consistency Breeds Growth (CBG) is an online nutrition company that helps you crush your WODs while looking, performing and feeling confident in your own skin without tracking macros.

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Debunking The Five Craziest CrossFit Nutrition Myths!

4/28/2024
There are hundreds, if not thousands, of myths surrounding all areas of physical fitness - whether it's fad diets, snake oil supplements, or bogus "tricks" to losing weight fast. CrossFit is no different, so today on CBG radio we'll be looking at some of the most common myths that get passed around the CrossFit gym - and why they don't hold up to cold, hard, SCIENCE. 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Myth #1: Creatine is BAD For You 02:01 - Benefits of Taking Creatine 04:19 - Myth #2: Carbs Are the MOST Important Maconutrient 05:45 - Importance of Protein and Where to Get it. 06:42 - Myth #3: More Cardio = WAY More Fat Loss 07:23 - Why Nutrition Matters More Than Cardio 08:24 - Adding Strength Training 09:24 - Myth #4: Element Tea Provides SUPERIOR Hydration 09:51 - How Supplements Work/Benefit the Body. 11:10 - Element Tea is Basically Just Salt 13:13 - Myth #5: Ice Baths Help you Burn More Calories 14:43 - Benefits of Cold Water Immersion Therapy 16:08 - There Are no (Healthy) Shortcuts to a Better Body 16:30 - Outro __________________________________ The CBG Radio Team -Instagram: CBG Instagram Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Want to lose body fat, build muscle, and look like you Crossfit? Book a call with US! Xendurance Use code “CBG15” for 15% off Benchmark Coffee Company Use code “CBG” for 10% off

Duration:00:17:19

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9 Nutrition Methods to Make You LOOK Like You CrossFit!

4/5/2024
Summer is around the corner, which means it's more important than ever to LOOK like you've been crushing WODs! When it comes to getting the visible gains you're looking for, grinding 24/7 at the gym isn't gonna cut it - you need to fix what's on your plate too. In this episode, we'll be going over 9 nutrition tips that will not only give you better workouts, results, & overall wellness, but help you get that beach body you've been waiting for!! 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Danielle Brandon Documentary 01:12 - 9 Nutrition Lessons intro 01:50 - Bringing Fitness & Nutrition Together 03:22 - Tip #1 - Protein Is The GOAT 05:30 - Tip #2 - Taking Creatine 06:54 - Tip #3 - You DON'T Need to Track Macros 08:37 - Tip #4 - Don't Add WODs to Lose Weight, Improve Nutrition Instead!! 10:00 - Tip #5 - Accountability is Your Friend! (If It's Not, Get New Friends) 12:12 - Tip #6 - Cut FAT Before You Cut Carbs 13:17 - Tip #7 - Hydration/Energy Drinks Are a SCAM 14:38 - Tip #8 - Don't Fall For Fad Diets (Paleo, Intermittent Fasting, Keto, etc.) 16:35 - Tip #9 - Focus on Your Performance, Not the Scale 18:49 - Outro __________________________________ The CBG Radio Team -Instagram: CBG Instagram Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Want to lose body fat, build muscle, and look like you Crossfit? Book a call with US! Xendurance Use code “CBG15” for 15% off Benchmark Coffee Company Use code “CBG” for 10% off

Duration:00:19:22

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CrossFit Vs. Bodybuilding

3/21/2024
Welcome back to CBG radio, today we're going over some of the ways CrossFit provides a different training style than bodybuilding - and can often be MORE beneficial overall. Are you interested in CrossFit but unsure if it can provide similar gains? Looking to see which workout style fits your goals? Existing CrossFit athlete looking for validation? Listen to this episode and see for yourself! 00:00 - Intro 00:35 - What is the Right Training for You? 00:55 - How You Can Beat Arnold Schwarzenegger in a Workout 01:15 - CrossFit as a Community 02:07 - Community as a Motivator to Stay Consistent 03:45 - Different Training Styles 05:45 - Bodybuilding is Boring 07:30 - Doing the Same Workouts as the Pros 08:45 - CrossFit Nutrition Vs. Bodybuilding Meal Plans 13:00 - Recap of Crossfit Benefits Over Bodybuilding 14:00 - Higher Risk of Injury 15:00 - CrossFit Pricing/Expenses 16:20 - Comparing Stats by Category (Strength, Endurance, Flexibility, Etc.) 20:25 - Wrap-up & Outro (Subscribe!!) __________________________________ The CBG Radio Team -Instagram: CBG Instagram Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Want to lose body fat, build muscle, and look like you Crossfit? Book a call with US! Xendurance Use code “CBG15” for 15% off Benchmark Coffee Company Use code “CBG” for 10% off

Duration:00:21:36

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How We Help CrossFitters Quit Tracking Macros

3/11/2024
Welcome back to CBG Radio! In Today's episode, we go over how our coaches get athletes to quit tracking macros. Tracking macros for every single meal is a HUGE gate for many would-be CrossFitters; It's annoying, it takes the joy out of food & eating, and it feels awful. We're gonna show you how our coaching model trains you to quit thinking about numbers, and start crushing WODs. 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - 24.2 Release & CrossFit Hiatus 01:15 - Intro to CBG Training 02:00 - Difficulty in Being Consistent With Macro-Tracking 02:50 - CBG Blueprint System 06:00 - Relationship-Based Coaching 08:15 - Getting Into an Argument With Layne Norton 09:15 - Blueprint System Summary 09:55 - Changing Blueprints Over Time 10:24 - Guaranteeing Results 11:00 - Deleting Tracking Apps 11:45 - Booking a Call With CBG (Don't Be Scared!!) 12:45 - XEndurance Sponsor 13:15 - Benchmark Coffee Sponsor 13:40 - Fueling For Quarterfinals 14:30 - Focusing on Nutrition 18:05 - Does it Matter What Time I Take Creatine? 18:45 - Predictions For CrossFit Games 19:00 - Danielle Brandon Documentary & CFG Placement 19:50 - Laura Horvath & Bethany Flores 20:20 - Athletes Commitment to CrossFit 20:50 - CFG Male Predictions 21:45 - Outro __________________________ The CBG Radio Team -Instagram: CBG Instagram Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Want to lose body fat, build muscle, and look like you Crossfit? Book a call with US! Xendurance Use code “CBG15” for 15% off https://violetcoffeeco.com Use code “CBG” for 10% off

Duration:00:22:29

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Lose Body Fat & Lean Out Without Getting Weak!

3/6/2024
Struggling to lose body fat and lean out WITHOUT losing the strength you've worked for? In this episode of CBG Radio, we're giving you tips on how to tone your body while still maintaining that muscle! 00:00 - Intro 00:53 - CrossFit Open 24.1 Overview 03:05 - Losing Body Fat Without getting Weak Introduction 03:45 - Tip # 1: Don't Lose Body Fat Too Quickly 04:45 - Tip #2: Do NOT Lower Protein Intake 06:00 - Tip #3: Don't Be Afraid of Creatine 07:45 - Tip #4: Don't Replace Strength Training With Cardio 09:55 - Tip #5: Prioritize Lowering Fat over Carb Intake 11:25 - Final Tip: Don't Undervalue Carbs 12:45 - Question #1: Does Creatine Make You Feel Bloated? 14:03 - Question #2: Should I Increase My Food Intake For the Open? 15:30 - Outro & Closing Thoughts __________________________ The CBG Radio Team -Instagram: CBG Instagram Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Want to lose body fat, build muscle, and look like you Crossfit? Book a call with US! Xendurance Use code “CBG15” for 15% off https://violetcoffeeco.com Use code “CBG” for 10% off

Duration:00:16:27

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The Best Nutrition Strategy for the Open

1/25/2024
The Crossfit Open is just around the corner and here is how you can prepare yourself for this years Open! 0:39 - Brief word from our Sponsor “Benchmark Coffee” use code “CBG” for 10% of your order! 1:29 “Do Not Dos” 1:41 No New Supplements 2:27 No New Diets 2:44 No Sudden Food Introductions 3:30 No Calorie Deficits! 4:00 Understand your Protein and Carb amounts! 5:01 DM me on IG for my Carb Guide! 5:41 Start to Carb Load 9:00 A workout tips for women 10:05 Incorporate Recovery Meals 11:09 Do Not Consume Alcohol after the open! 12:05 Try to understand your intake without tracking them 13:30 Incorporate inter workout carbs! 15:45 WOD Nutrition Trivia 15:55 Join our FB group! 16:00 Most important Macro for Crossfit! 18:26 How we helped our games athletes load up for comps 21:08 When you link up Nutrition and Fitness you become a dangerous Athlete 21:19 Outro The CBG Radio Team -Instagram: CBG Instagram Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Want to lose body fat, build muscle, and look like you Crossfit? Book a call with US! Xendurance Use code “CBG15” for 15% off https://benchmarkcoffeetraders.com/ Use code “CBG” for 10% off

Duration:00:21:47

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Bodybuilding is dead. Do CrossFit instead!

1/7/2024
CBG Family welcome back to another episode of CBG radio, today we will be discussing WHY CROSSFIT IS SUPERIOR TO BODYBUILDING. THE PROS, THE CONS, AND WHY WE HERE AT CBG BELIEVE THAT CROSSFIT IS THE PREFERRED FORM OF FITNESS TO BODY BUILDING. 0:00 Intro 0:50 Why bodybuilders pick on crossfit athletes 1:18 Reason #1: Crossfit is Functional 2:27 Reason #2: Crossfit is more engaging 5:20 Reason #3: Crossfit Community is better 6:15 Reason #4: Crossfit athletes eat broader diets 7:36 Crossfit Athletes don't need to be at low body fat percentages 8:35 Why I love crossfit 9:00 Crossfit Athletes Endurance is higher 10:00 Maximal Force to Time is in favor of Crossfit Athletes 10:31 Crossfit Athletes are more agile 12:00 Disagree? Tell me why in the comments! 12:15 Benchmark coffee Code "CBG" for 10% off 13:00 1st Common Question in our WOD group 15:25 2nd Common Question in our WOD group 18:32 3rd Common Question in our WOD group 21:47 Closing thoughts! The CBG Radio Team -Instagram: CBG Instagram Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Want to lose body fat, build muscle, and look like you Crossfit? Book a call with US! Xendurance Use code “CBG15” for 15% off https://violetcoffeeco.com Use code “CBG” for 10% off

Duration:00:22:41

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CBG Radio Episode 115- Does Crossfit Games Athlete James Sprague Track Macros?

12/10/2023
How do you find Balance as a Crossfit Athlete? How does one go from Skinny to a Crossfit Athlete? What separates a regular Crossfitter from a Games Athlete? Tune into episode 115 with James Sprague, a CBG Veteran as we discuss all of these topics and more! 1:18 How do you find balance in life (as an athlete) 1:47 Keys to Success 2:29 A helpful mentality shift 6:47 The importance of Recharging 8:41 Why did Justin become a Coach 11:13 James journey with CBG 12:41 James’s biggest Struggle 15:05 2 things people miss when reaching for their goals 17:40 Relationship based coaching at CBG 19:13 Lifestyle blueprints and how important they are for our success 20:54 How to dial up nutrition for games athletes before a competition? 21:29- dm us the word “Competition” and we will send over a free guide 25:10 TIP: Preload your carbs! 27:16 Prepare weeks beforehand 30:30 Drinking as a Games Athlete? 32:00 Separation Season 33:00 A conversation about Rizz 34:40 Outro The CBG Radio Team -Instagram: CBG Instagram Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Want to lose body fat, build muscle, and look like you Crossfit? Book a call with US! Xendurance Use code “CBG15” for 15% off https://violetcoffeeco.com Use code “CBG” for 10% off

Duration:00:35:10

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The ONLY Supplements YOU need! (If you are doing 4-5 WODS/week)

11/22/2023
If you are struggling to see results at your box, maybe you should dive deeper into your current supplements! In today's episode we do exactly that. We discuss the 5 supplements that YOU need to be taking with a bonus 6th Supplement. In the later half of the Episode we answer YOUR nutrition questions so stick around! 0:13 Introduction (Today's topic is all about supplements) 0:57 Body Recomp Challenge! (8 spots open) 1:57 Supplement #1: Protein 3:26 My Preferred Protein supplement (use code CBG15 for 15% off) 5:07 Supplement #2: Creatine 7:50 Supplement #3: Extreme Endurance from XIndurance 9:22 Supplement #4: Beta Alanine 11:08 Supplement #5: OMEGA D3 12:30 Supplement #6: Beetroot Juice 14:27 Tips on taking Supplements 15:20 A brief word from our sponsor: Violet Coffee (use code CBG for 10% off) 17:12 Nutrition question #1 18:27 Nutrition question #2 20:51 Nutrition question #3 23:37 Outro The CBG Radio Team -Instagram: CBG Instagram Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Want to lose body fat, build muscle, and look like you Crossfit? Book a call with US! Xendurance Use code “CBG15” for 15% off https://violetcoffeeco.com Use code “CBG” for 10% off

Duration:00:24:01

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Horrible Nutrition Mistakes If You’re Doing 4-5 WODs Per Week

11/8/2023
Horrible Nutrition Mistakes If You’re Doing 4-5 WODs Per Week In this episode, I sit down and talk about 5 horrible nutrition mistakes you can make. I also answer questions you have asked. Episode Summary 1:56 Introduction2:20 Mistake 1: Intermittent Fasting5:20 Mistake 2: Not Taking Creatine6:14 Mistake 3: Not Drinking/Eating Intra Workout Carbs8:00 Mistake 4: Not Getting In Enough Protein9:18 Mistake 5: Tracking Macros12:47 What Do You Think Of The Meat And Fruit Diet?16:08 Since I Started Cross Fit The Scale Is Going Up, Why Is This?18:49 Do You Think Games Athletes Are On Steroids? The CBG Radio Team Instagram: @cbg_online_sports Justin's Instagram: @jrome_cbg Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Gmail: consistencybreedsgrowth@gmail.com Music: The New Idea Store FB: The New Idea Store Gmail: thenewideastore@gmail.com

Duration:00:22:36

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10 Things You Need to Know About Your WOD Nutrition

10/23/2023
10 Things You Need to Know About Your WOD Nutrition In this episode, I sit down and talk about 10 things you should know about your WOD nutrition. I also talk about why these things are important. Episode Summary 0:56 Introduction1:43 Number 1: Protein3:33 Number 2: Creatine5:30 Number 3: Don’t Track Macros6:48 Number 4: Focus On Nutrition8:40 Number 5: Accountability9:30 Number 6: Cut Fats10:15 Number 7: Hydrating Drinks Are Expensive Sugar12:15 Number 8: If The Diet Has A Name You’re Doing Something Wrong13:35 Number 9: Fueling For Performance Is the Best Body Hack15:08 Number 10: Love Your Body For What It Can Do, Not Just What It Looks Like18:18 Nutrition For Time The CBG Radio Team Instagram: @cbg_online_sports Justin's Instagram: @jrome_cbg Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Gmail: consistencybreedsgrowth@gmail.com Music: The New Idea Store FB: The New Idea Store Gmail: thenewideastore@gmail.com

Duration:00:24:49

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WODs and The Weekend

10/16/2023
WODs and The Weekend In this episode, I sit down and talk about how to avoid and fix weekend failings. I talk about how to get ahead of the weekend failings. Episode Summary 0:56 Introduction1:39 How to Handle Social Settings4:00 Relaxing and Unwinding Tips8:07 Habit Bundling9:11 Emotional Triggers11:28 Cheat Weekend14:06 Lack of accountability The CBG Radio Team Instagram: @cbg_online_sports Justin's Instagram: @jrome_cbg Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Gmail: consistencybreedsgrowth@gmail.com Music: The New Idea Store FB: The New Idea Store Gmail: thenewideastore@gmail.com

Duration:00:19:20

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Building Habits Without Tracking Macros

10/10/2023
Building Habits Without Tracking Macros In this episode, I sit down and talk about how to build habits to crush your WODs. I talk about how to get these habits without tracking your macros. Episode Summary 1:00 Introduction3:08 Why are habits important?6:11 Example of habit building8:55 What habit building skills do we have in our life to fit our schedule and goals?12:34 Habit based strategies The CBG Radio Team Instagram: @cbg_online_sports Justin's Instagram: @jrome_cbg Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Gmail: consistencybreedsgrowth@gmail.com Music: The New Idea Store FB: The New Idea Store Gmail: thenewideastore@gmail.com

Duration:00:19:26

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Client and Coach Roles in Nutrition Coaching

9/18/2023
Client and Coach Roles in Nutrition Coaching In this episode, I sit down and talk about the different roles in nutrition coaching. I discuss the different responsibilities of both client and coach in nutrition. Episode Summary 1:20 Introduction2:35 Self accountability5:50 Challenges of self accountability8:11 How can your coach help?12:55 Communication is the key14:58 Summary15:45 Violet CoffeeThe CBG Radio Team Instagram: @cbg_online_sports Justin's Instagram: @jrome_cbg Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Gmail: consistencybreedsgrowth@gmail.com Music: The New Idea Store FB: The New Idea Store Gmail: thenewideastore@gmail.com

Duration:00:16:45

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How to Eat Around Your Menstrual Cycle If You Do 4-5 WODs Per Week

9/4/2023
How to Eat Around Your Menstrual Cycle If You Do 4-5 WODs Per Week In this episode, I sit down and talk about nutrition during menstrual cycles. I discuss how you should eat during the different times of your cycle. Episode Summary 1:00 Introduction2:30 Why you should eat based on your cycle3:50 The follicular phase nutrition7:11 The luteal phase nutrition11:15 Calorie intake tipsThe CBG Radio Team Instagram: @cbg_online_sports Justin's Instagram: @jrome_cbg Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Gmail: consistencybreedsgrowth@gmail.com Music: The New Idea Store FB: The New Idea Store Gmail: thenewideastore@gmail.com

Duration:00:17:48

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Macros vs No Macros with Cheryl Nasso

6/20/2023
Macros vs No Macros with Cheryl Nasso In this episode, I sit down with Cheryl Nasso. We discuss nutrition, crossfit, and our backgrounds. Episode Summary 0:47 Introductions3:03 How did we get into Cross Fit?4:36 What got us into nutrition coaching?8:40 Thoughts on different diets for Cross Fit11:36 Macros24:47 Common things people are looking for in nutrition coaching and common mistakes31:00 What do you like more about coaching, fat loss or preformance? The CBG Radio Team Instagram: @cbg_online_sports Justin's Instagram: @jrome_cbg Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Gmail: consistencybreedsgrowth@gmail.com Music: The New Idea Store FB: The New Idea Store Gmail: thenewideastore@gmail.com

Duration:00:44:12

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Stay on track with Your CrossFit Nutrition - CBG Coach Maddie Medina

5/2/2023
Stay on track with Your CrossFit Nutrition - CBG Coach Maddie Medina In this episode, I sit down with Maddie Medina. We discuss resilience and how to stay on track with your nutrition without sabotaging yourself. Episode Summary 1:00 Guest and Topic Introduction: Maddie Medina3:30 Self Sabotage8:50 “Forbidden” Foods13:07 How to Avoid Disruptions 21:10 Resilience Tips to Stay on Track29:47 Change Gets Easier The More You Do It The CBG Radio Team Instagram: @cbg_online_sports Justin's Instagram: @jrome_cbg Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Gmail: consistencybreedsgrowth@gmail.com Music: The New Idea Store FB: The New Idea Store Gmail: thenewideastore@gmail.com

Duration:00:33:39

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Memefortime Nutrition, ChatGPT & More!

4/24/2023
Memefortime Nutrition, ChatGPT & More! In this episode, I sit down with Memefortime. We discuss nutrition, memes, and have fun with ChatGPT. Episode Summary 1:01 Topic Introduction: Guest host Memefortime2:25 ChatGPT fun4:16 What it’s like to make content10:00 Why invest in a coach?13:45 Nutrition plan from ChatGPT15:50 How did your memes start?22:15 What has working with CBG been like?25:30 What do you do with your free time now that you don’t track macros? The CBG Radio Team Instagram: @cbg_online_sports Justin's Instagram: @jrome_cbg Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Gmail: consistencybreedsgrowth@gmail.com Instagram: @Memfortime Music: The New Idea Store FB: The New Idea Store Gmail: thenewideastore@gmail.com

Duration:00:31:58

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Want Fat Loss? Eat For Performance

4/17/2023
Want Fat Loss? Eat For Performance In this episode, I discuss fat loss. I discuss why eating for performance will lead to fat loss. Episode Summary 1:15 Topic Introduction: Eating for performance… for weight loss.5:55 Eat like you are a crossfit athlete10:00 An athlete doesn’t take away any specific macro11:30 This is specific to crossfitters14:00 Quit demonizing things The CBG Radio Team Instagram: @cbg_online_sports Justin's Instagram: @jrome_cbg Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Gmail: consistencybreedsgrowth@gmail.com Music: The New Idea Store FB: The New Idea Store Gmail: thenewideastore@gmail.com

Duration:00:16:37

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Everything You Need to Know About Creatine

4/3/2023
Everything You Need to Know About Creatine In this episode, I discuss creatine. I discuss how it affects you and why you should use it. Episode Summary 1:00 Topic Introduction: Creatine 3:30 How does creatine work?5:45 Does creatine cause weight gain?8:42 Does creatine cause kidney or other failures?10:30 How do I take creatine?11:50 Timing for creatine13:34 Who is creatine for? The CBG Radio Team Instagram: @cbg_online_sports Justin's Instagram: @jrome_cbg Join our FREE Nutrition Facebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/cbgnutritiontribe Gmail: consistencybreedsgrowth@gmail.com Music: The New Idea Store FB: The New Idea Store Gmail: thenewideastore@gmail.com

Duration:00:19:32