Supplement Guides

Recovery guides on creatine, protein, sleep, and the daily habits that help you bounce back between hard training sessions.

Seven-day creatine routine with Intellekt HYDR8, a shaker, and a completed weekly training planner

The Creatine Protocol: Timing, Consistency, and...

Jeff King

Learn how much creatine to take, whether loading is necessary, when to use it, why consistency matters, and what the evidence says about water weight, kidneys, and hair loss.

The Creatine Protocol: Timing, Consistency, and...

Jeff King

Learn how much creatine to take, whether loading is necessary, when to use it, why consistency matters, and what the evidence says about water weight, kidneys, and hair loss.

Athlete reviewing a reduced training week during the Intellekt Deload Protocol

The Deload Protocol: How to Back Off Without Lo...

Jeff King

Feeling run down in the gym? Learn when to deload, how much to reduce training, whether to keep lifting, and how to return without losing strength or momentum.

The Deload Protocol: How to Back Off Without Lo...

Jeff King

Feeling run down in the gym? Learn when to deload, how much to reduce training, whether to keep lifting, and how to return without losing strength or momentum.

How Much Protein Do You Need on a Cut?

How Much Protein Do You Need on a Cut?

Jeff King

On a cut, protein is the nutrient that protects your muscle. Aim for about 0.7 to 1g per pound, spread across meals. Here's the full breakdown and how to hit...

How Much Protein Do You Need on a Cut?

Jeff King

On a cut, protein is the nutrient that protects your muscle. Aim for about 0.7 to 1g per pound, spread across meals. Here's the full breakdown and how to hit...

How to Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle: A Lifter's Cutting Guide

How to Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle: A Lifter...

Jeff King

To lose fat without losing muscle, keep protein high, run a moderate deficit, lift heavy, and protect recovery. Here's the full cutting guide for lifters.

How to Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle: A Lifter...

Jeff King

To lose fat without losing muscle, keep protein high, run a moderate deficit, lift heavy, and protect recovery. Here's the full cutting guide for lifters.

Late-night lifter training in an Intellekt shirt while protecting sleep and recovery

The Late-Night Lifter Protocol: Train Hard With...

Jeff King

Train late without letting caffeine, poor timing, or an overstimulated routine destroy your sleep. Follow the Late-Night Lifter Protocol.

The Late-Night Lifter Protocol: Train Hard With...

Jeff King

Train late without letting caffeine, poor timing, or an overstimulated routine destroy your sleep. Follow the Late-Night Lifter Protocol.

Can You Mix Creatine With Electrolytes? What to Know

Can You Mix Creatine With Electrolytes? What to...

Jeff King

Yes, you can mix creatine with electrolytes and it may even help absorption. Here's the science, safety, timing, and the easiest way to take both daily.

Can You Mix Creatine With Electrolytes? What to...

Jeff King

Yes, you can mix creatine with electrolytes and it may even help absorption. Here's the science, safety, timing, and the easiest way to take both daily.