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5 reasons why more and more women are adding creatine to their morning routine
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What once seemed like a supplement for bodybuilders is now increasingly being discovered by women who want to train harder and keep their routine simple.
Many women actually do everything “right.”
They work out a few times a week, watch what they eat, and try to stick to their routine. Still, they sometimes can’t shake the feeling that their bodies aren’t responding as quickly as they’d like.
You can feel yourself getting stronger. But when you look in the mirror, you don't see changes as quickly as you expected.
That is exactly why more and more women are starting to discover creatine.
For years, creatine had a distinct image. It was associated with men who mainly wanted to bulk up. Big tubs of powder, heavy weights, and workout routines that were all about building muscle mass.
As a result, for many women, it never felt like a supplement that was part of their routine.
But that image has long since proven to be inaccurate.
Creatine is now one of the most extensively studied sports supplements in the world¹. More and more women are using it because it is often used in the context of strength training and high-intensity exercise: to train more intensely and maintain a more consistent workout routine.
When you ask women why they started taking creatine, the same reasons usually come up.
Here are five of them.
1. Those final repetitions make all the difference
Ask ten women when they stop a set, and you’ll usually hear the same answer.
“When it gets too hard.”
That moment feels natural, but that’s precisely when the most important part of the workout often takes place. Muscles adapt best when they’re pushed just beyond their comfort zone.
Creatine helps improve performance during explosive strength exercises². In practice, this often doesn’t feel like a dramatic difference, but it’s those small moments during a tough set that matter. That extra bit of energy to keep going just a little longer.
One more time. Maybe one more.
In the long run, it is precisely those small differences that cause workouts to gradually become more intense
2. Muscles that feel fuller during a workout
Many women start taking creatine because they want to get stronger. What they often don’t expect is that, over time, they’ll notice something else as well.
Some athletes notice that their muscles feel a little fuller over time .
Creatine draws fluid into the muscle cells³. This ensures that the cells are optimally hydrated. The best part? It doesn’t make you feel bloated, but many women do notice that their muscles feel a bit fuller and firmer during and after their workout.
For many athletes, this is a great source of extra motivation: you can feel and see more quickly that you’re working hard.
3. Why a regular training routine often makes all the difference
Anyone who works out regularly knows the feeling of a tough workout that lingers in your body for days.
Climbing stairs suddenly feels harder. You push your next workout back by a day. Then another day. Before you know it, there’s almost a week between two serious workouts.
Because creatine supports your physical performance during those short, intense bursts of effort⁴, you can push yourself just that little bit further during your workouts . For many athletes, this helps lower the barrier to starting the next workout. You get more out of your workout, stay in the zone more easily, and build a rock-solid training routine.
4. Progress you can finally see in the mirror
That consistent routine brings another immediate benefit. Many women train seriously and watch what they eat, but still sometimes feel that their bodies aren’t fully responding to the effort they put in.
Once you start seeing your performance gradually improve thanks to that better rhythm, the rest will follow naturally.
Your muscles are becoming more defined. Your body feels firmer. The small victories from your workouts are slowly adding up to visible physical results. For many people, that’s the moment when everything clicks: the energy you put into it finally translates into what you see in the mirror.
5. It only works when it becomes part of a routine
All the benefits of creatine have one thing in common.
They don't happen after just one training session.
They develop when it becomes part of a routine that you stick to for weeks or months.
And that's where many people go wrong.
Not because the supplements don’t work, but because routines gradually become too complicated. Creatine before your workout. A jar of collagen for your skin and muscles. And then there’s vitamin C, because it supports the body’s natural production of collagen.
For many women, this ultimately means having several jars on the counter, different dosages, and having to remember to take them several times a day.
It usually works out for the first few weeks. After that, it becomes something you forget.
That's why some people are looking for a way to simplify their routine.
Colleins was developed around that idea. The formula combines creatine, collagen, and vitamin C in a single daily scoop that can easily be added to your morning routine.
The idea behind this is to make a daily routine as simple as possible.
And ultimately, that’s often the difference between trying something for a few weeks and using it long enough to actually notice a difference.
What our customers say
Danisa
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"I'm so happy with it! It's not too sweet, and it really has everything I need in one drink. My mom steals it from me all the time 🤩"
Ellen
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"It tastes great, and I love that it's all-in-one! I work out a lot and have tried many different combinations of supplements. The fact that everything you need is in a single scoop works really well for me."
Marion
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"It tastes great and has a nice color. But what matters most to me is that it makes me feel right away in the morning that I'm on the right track and taking good care of myself."
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"I'm happy with it; I'll be taking it to Pilates and other places starting this week."
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"I'm really happy with this product! It's great how it saves space in the kitchen, and it tastes fantastic. It's also easier to take with me when I travel now that I don't need three jars anymore."
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"It's great to have everything in one product—both collagen and vitamins. I feel fitter and more energetic, and I know I'm getting everything I need at my age without having to mix and match different bottles and packets every day."
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Camilla Bruins
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"It tastes really good! I used to take creatine and collagen separately, but collagen on its own tastes so bad. This is much better and easier."
Sanne Willemsen
5/5
"I'm so happy with it! It's not too sweet, and it really has everything I need in one drink. My mom steals it from me all the time 🤩"
Ellen
5/5
"It tastes great, and I love that it's all-in-one! I work out a lot and have tried many different combinations of supplements. The fact that everything you need is in a single scoop works really well for me."
Daantje
5/5
"I'm happy with it; I'll be taking it to Pilates and other places starting this week."
Sophie Smets
5/5
"Great taste and dissolves well in water—highly recommended!"
Marion
5/5
"It tastes great and has a nice color. But what matters most to me is that it makes me feel right away in the morning that I'm on the right track and taking good care of myself."
Demi
5/5
"I'm really happy with this product! It's great how it saves space in the kitchen, and it tastes fantastic. It's also easier to take with me when I travel now that I don't need three jars anymore."
Esther
5/5
"It's great to have everything in one product—both collagen and vitamins. I feel fitter and more energetic, and I know I'm getting everything I need at my age without having to mix and match different bottles and packets every day."
Inge de Zwart
5/5
"Delivery was super fast, and the product met my expectations exactly. It tastes great, has a pleasant texture, and is easy to drink."
Judicael
5/5
"Colleins is just a banger"
Camilla Bruins
5/5
"It tastes really good! I used to take creatine and collagen separately, but collagen on its own tastes so bad. This is much better and easier."
Danisa
5/5
"It tastes really good! I used to take creatine and Collins' Pink Lemonade powder tastes absolutely amazing. It's the first supplement in my cabinet that doesn't taste like 'chemical powder'! I'll definitely be ordering this more often. Collagen on its own is so gross. This is way better and easier."
Everything you want to know about Colleins
One scoop a day is enough. Mix it with 300–500 ml of cold water and drink it in the morning or before your workout, whichever fits your schedule best. For a richer flavor, use a little less water; for a lighter flavor, use a little more. Consistency is more important than timing: it’s all about your daily routine.
Absolutely. Although creatine is often known as a "sports supplement," it is also beneficial for women who are simply active in their daily lives. The formula is designed to be easy to incorporate into a healthy routine. Vitamin C helps reduce fatigue.
That’s a common myth. Colleins contains 3 grams of creatine per scoop, a dose that’s frequently used in research and suitable for daily use. Most users find it’s an easy-to-drink formula that fits well into their routine. Be sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day to get the most out of your routine.
Colleins is designed to be part of your daily routine. The experience varies from person to person; some quickly find it easier to maintain their rhythm, while others use it primarily as a moment of self-care. The most important thing is to use Colleins every day to establish a consistent routine.
Yes. Colleins is manufactured in the Netherlands in accordance with strict European quality standards (GMP & HACCP). The ingredients—collagen, creatine, and vitamin C—are all safe for daily use at the recommended dosage.
Yes, that’s perfectly fine. You can take Colleins at any time that fits your routine—before, during, or after breakfast. You can also alternate it with coffee or tea. Some women drink it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach, while others combine it with their breakfast. Choose whatever works best for you.
This is always a personal choice, but to maintain a consistent routine, we recommend taking Colleins every day, even on days when you don’t work out. It’s not about occasional bursts of activity, but about consistency. One scoop a day, every day—that’s how you make it a regular part of your routine.
No, Colleins does not contain caffeine, guarana, or any other stimulants. This means you can take it at any time of day without it affecting your sleep or making you feel jittery.
We recommend that you always consult your doctor or midwife before starting a new supplement while you are pregnant or breastfeeding. They can assess whether Colleins is appropriate for your personal situation.
Colleins has a Pink Lemonade flavor: refreshing, slightly sweet, with subtle notes of citrus and berries. It’s intentionally not too sweet and doesn’t taste “chemical.” Most women describe it as refreshing and easy to drink—even on a daily basis. Tip: use more water (400–500 ml) for a lighter taste, or less (300 ml) for a fuller taste.
Yes, you can take Colleins whenever it’s convenient for you. In the morning, in the afternoon, or early in the evening—it doesn’t affect how it works. Since Colleins contains no caffeine or stimulants, it won’t interfere with your sleep.
Colleins is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans, as it contains bovine collagen. However, it is lactose-free and gluten-free. The formula contains no unnecessary fillers—only collagen peptides, creatine monohydrate, vitamin C, natural flavors, and a small amount of sweetener (sucralose).
If you have any other questions, feel free to send an email to support@colleins.com—we’re happy to help!
Research and sources
¹ Kreider RB et al. International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Statement: Creatine Supplementation and Exercise. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 2017. Link to study² Branch JD. Effect of creatine supplementation on exercise performance: A meta-analysis. International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism. (Note: the beneficial effect is achieved with a daily intake of 3 g of creatine). Link to study³ Candow DG et al. Creatine supplementation and muscle physiology. Nutrients, 2021. Link to study⁴ Rawson ES, Venezia AC. Creatine supplementation and brain energy metabolism. Amino Acids, 2011. Link to study
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