Phosphocreatine

Definition

Phosphocreatine is a substance found in the muscles that helps quickly replenish energy during short bursts of intense activity.

Scientific / Technical Definition

Phosphocreatine, also known as creatine phosphate, is a phosphorylated creatine molecule that serves as a rapidly mobilizable reserve of high-energy phosphates in skeletal muscle and the brain, used to refill adenosine triphosphate (ATP) during intense, short-duration exercise.

Benefits

• Supports quick bursts of high-intensity exercise performance
• Aids in enhanced strength and power
• Contributes to muscle hypertrophy

Examples

• Phosphocreatine supplements
• Stored naturally in muscle tissue

Additional Information

• importance: Phosphocreatine is important for immediate energy release during high-intensity activities, such as sprinting or weightlifting.

Related Terms

• Creatine
• Anaerobic Exercise

References

• The Role of Phosphocreatine in Muscle Contraction
• Creatine Supplementation in Sports and Exercise: Opposite Effects on Performance