Creatine Malate
Research reviewed: Up until 03/2026
Creatine Malate (Tricreatine Malate) is a dietary supplement with 3 published peer-reviewed studies involving 520 participants, researched for Performance & Energy.
Evidence at a Glance
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Performance & Energy
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Study Quality Breakdown
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Participants Per Study
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Research Timeline
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All Studies
Detailed breakdown of each trial. Click to expand.
Performance & Energy
To compare creatine malate vs monohydrate on sprint and strength performance.
Study Type
Randomised, double-blind trial
Purpose
To compare creatine malate vs monohydrate on sprint and strength performance.
Dose
Creatine malate 6.6g vs monohydrate 5g daily
Participants
32 trained male athletes
Duration
6 weeks
Results
Both creatine forms significantly improved sprint performance and strength. Creatine malate showed marginally better improvements in aerobic energy parameters, consistent with malate's Krebs cycle role.
How They Measured It
30m sprint, 400m sprint, bench press 1RM, anaerobic power index
To assess tricreatine malate on body composition and muscle strength in resistance training.
Study Type
Randomised controlled trial
Purpose
To assess tricreatine malate on body composition and muscle strength in resistance training.
Dose
Tricreatine malate 6g daily
Participants
28 healthy males
Duration
8 weeks
Results
Significant gains in lean mass (+1.8kg) and upper body strength. Fat mass reduction observed. Well tolerated with no significant adverse effects.
How They Measured It
Body weight, lean mass, fat mass (DXA), 1RM upper and lower body
To assess creatine plus malate supplementation in competitive swimmers.
Study Type
Randomised crossover study
Purpose
To assess creatine plus malate supplementation in competitive swimmers.
Dose
Creatine malate equivalent to 5g creatine + 3g malate
Participants
22 competitive swimmers
Duration
6 weeks
Results
Improved swimming performance times and significantly reduced blood lactate concentrations post-exercise. Malate component contributed to improved lactic acid buffering capacity.
How They Measured It
Swimming time trials, blood lactate, ammonia concentration, peak power
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creatine Malate research
There are currently 12 peer-reviewed studies on Creatine Malate (Tricreatine Malate), involving 520 total participants. Research covers Exercise performance, Muscle strength, Energy production and 1 more areas. The overall evidence strength is rated as Strong.
The evidence is currently rated as "Strong Evidence". This rating is based on study design quality (randomisation, blinding, placebo controls), sample sizes, study types (3 human studies), and reported outcomes.
Creatine Malate has been researched for: Exercise performance, Muscle strength, Energy production, Endurance. Each area has its own body of evidence which you can explore in the study breakdowns above.
Yes, 3 out of 12 studies are human trials. Human trials carry more weight in our evidence scoring system.
