Best Overall
FR Score 9.2 out of 10, Exceptional
Optimum NutritionCreatine
Micronized Creatine Powder
5 g micronized monohydrate per scoop, Informed Choice tested, about 23 cents a serving
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Build Muscle & Strength
Protein, creatine and the gear that lets you keep adding load, at the gym or at home.
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Muscle and strength come from training hard and consistently, adding resistance over time and eating enough protein. Products can make that easier: a protein powder or bar helps you hit a daily protein target, creatine is among the most researched supplements for strength training, and adjustable dumbbells or a bench let you keep progressing at home.
Start with our creatine guide, whey vs. plant protein and the adjustable dumbbells buying guide.
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- Protein PowderOptimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% WheyFR Score 9.1 out of 10, Exceptional
- CreatineOptimum Nutrition Micronized Creatine PowderFR Score 9.2 out of 10, Exceptional
- BCAAs & EAAsThorne Amino ComplexFR Score 8.4 out of 10, Great
- Protein Bars & SnacksBarebells Protein BarFR Score 9.0 out of 10, Exceptional
- Dumbbells & KettlebellsPowerBlock Elite EXP Adjustable DumbbellsFR Score 9.1 out of 10, Exceptional
- Resistance BandsWHATAFIT Resistance Bands with Handles (150 lb Set)FR Score 9.0 out of 10, Exceptional
- Benches & Home GymREP Fitness AB-3000 2.0 FID Adjustable BenchFR Score 9.2 out of 10, Exceptional
- Gym AccessoriesGymreapers Lifting Wrist StrapsFR Score 9.1 out of 10, Exceptional
- Training ShoesReebok Nano X5FR Score 8.9 out of 10, Excellent
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FR Score 8.8 out of 10, Excellent
NutricostCreatine
Creatine Monohydrate Powder
Micronized 5 g creatine for about 21 cents a serving, unflavored or flavored
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Best Budget
FR Score 8.2 out of 10, Great
NutricostProtein Powder
Whey Protein Concentrate
No-frills 25 g whey concentrate that reviewers name their budget pick
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Best for Energy
FR Score 7.6 out of 10, Good
Optimum NutritionBCAAs & EAAs
Essential AMIN.O. Energy
100 mg of natural caffeine plus a 5 g amino blend: the budget anytime energy drink.
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FR Score 7.6 out of 10, Good
FEIERDUNDumbbells & Kettlebells
DS2 5-in-1 Adjustable Dumbbell Set
Dumbbells, barbell and kettlebells in one box, for under $100.
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Creatine Monohydrate: The Complete, No-Hype Guide
Creatine is one of the most researched sports supplements on the shelf. Here's what it does, how to take it, what the side effects really are, and how to buy a good one.