IHS TCM 300g

Iron Horse Series TCM 300g – creatine malate

Creatine malate, or Tri-Creatine Malate (TCM), is formed by combining one molecule of creatine with three molecules of malic acid. It is the malic acid that is responsible for increased stability, higher bioavailability, and excellent absorption.

Unlike classic monohydrate, creatine malate:

• dissolves much better,
• does not cause subcutaneous water retention,
• is gentler on the stomach,
• is absorbed into the muscles faster,
• is more stable in the acidic environment of the digestive tract.

Thanks to this, IHS TCM 300g works effectively and is fully utilized by the body.

Excellent solubility and no stomach problems

Poor solubility of supplements often leads to gastric problems – bloating, stomach pain, or diarrhea. This happens when undissolved creatine crystals irritate the intestines. Thanks to the excellent solubility of creatine malate from IHS, this problem disappears. The supplement is absorbed instantly without straining the digestive system. You can drink it right before training without fear that discomfort in your stomach will interfere with your workout.

Malic acid contained in IHS TCM creatine is extra fuel for your muscles

Many people forget that in the TCM molecule, malic acid is not just a "carrier." It is a powerful ingredient in itself. Malic acid is directly involved in the Krebs cycle – a key biochemical process in which your body produces energy (ATP).

By supplying malic acid along with creatine, you are acting in two ways:

1. Creatine supports the resynthesis of ATP in anaerobic processes (short, intense effort).
2. Malic acid improves aerobic energy metabolism.

Thanks to this, you feel a surge of power not only in the first set of bench presses but also maintain energy throughout the entire, long workout. It's like fueling a race car with rocket fuel and simultaneously tuning the engine to run more efficiently.

Creatine malate allows for the growth of pure mass without the effect of water retention

This is probably the most important reason why professionals and people who care about aesthetic physique choose IHS TCM. "Water retention" is a phenomenon where water accumulates in the intercellular space under the skin. This causes muscles to lose definition and the face to look puffy. This effect often accompanies cheap monohydrates.

Perfect definition and vascularity

Creatine malate works differently. Its unique structure causes water to be drawn directly into the muscle cell (sarcoplasm), and not under the skin. The effect? Muscles become fuller, harder, and visually larger, but your skin remains thin like parchment.

If you care about visible veins (vascularity), muscle striations, and an athletic appearance, IHS TCM is the number one choice. It is the ideal supplement both during the mass-building period (when you want to avoid getting fat) and during reduction (when you are fighting to maintain every gram of muscle).

Anabolic support for your body

Hypertrophy, or muscle growth, requires a strong stimulus. Creatine malate allows you to train harder – to lift heavier weights and perform more repetitions. This mechanical tension is a signal to the body: "we need to build more muscle to survive this effort." Thanks to IHS TCM, you give your body the tools to respond to this challenge. You create an environment ideal for muscle protein synthesis.

Creatine malate is ideal for building strength

IHS TCM significantly increases the amount of phosphocreatine. Imagine you have an extra battery inside you. When others are losing strength, you have the energy for two or three more repetitions. It is these last, difficult movements that determine strength progress. By using creatine malate, you will notice that weights that once caused difficulty are becoming warm-up weights. Strength progression is the foundation of physique development, and this supplement is the best foundation for your strength.

Creatine works perfectly when you need better regeneration

Training is just the stimulus. The real magic happens when you rest. The faster your muscles regenerate, the sooner you can return to the training room and complete another unit. IHS TCM significantly shortens the time needed for recovery.

Thanks to better intracellular hydration and faster ATP rebuilding, the repair processes of micro-injuries (commonly known as "soreness") proceed more efficiently. Less muscle soreness means greater comfort in everyday life and readiness to act when you need it. You no longer have to take long breaks between training days due to muscle pain.

How to dose Iron Horse Series creatine malate?

Effective supplementation does not have to be complicated, but it must be consistent. Creatine works on the principle of muscle saturation, which is why systematic use is key.

Dosage on training days

On the days you train, your muscles absorb nutrients like a sponge. The best time to take a serving (about 5g) is around the workout time.

• Before training: To saturate the blood with creatine and ensure energy availability.
• After training: This is the so-called anabolic window. In combination with protein powder or carbohydrates, creatine will be instantly transported to hungry muscles, initiating regeneration.

Dosage on non-training days

Many people make the mistake of stopping creatine on rest days. This is a sure way to lower its level in the muscles. On regenerative days, take one serving (5g) in the morning on an empty stomach or during the day. The goal is to maintain a constant, high concentration of the substance in the tissues.

Is it worth doing a creatine loading phase?

With creatine malate, a loading phase (taking high doses for the first 5 days) is not necessary. Thanks to its high bioavailability and stability, constant supplementation with a 5g dose daily will quickly lead to full muscle saturation, without the risk of stomach problems that often accompany the loading phase with ordinary monohydrate.

Can I combine creatine malate with caffeine or a pre-workout?

Absolutely. There are no contraindications to combining creatine with caffeine. In fact, many people report improved results by using these substances together before training, as they act synergistically on energy and focus levels.

Scientific Sources

1. International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand on the safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation: Kreider, R. B., et al. (2017). International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation in exercise, sport, and medicine. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.
2. The effect of creatine supplementation on physical performance: Bemben, M. G., & Lamont, H. S. (2005). Creatine supplementation and exercise performance: recent findings. Sports Medicine.
3. Creatine metabolism and its use in sport (review of NCBI studies): Cooper, R., Naclerio, F., Allgrove, J., & Jimenez, A. (2012). Creatine supplementation with specific view to exercise/sports performance: an update. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.