Creatine malate, also known as TCM (tri creatine malate), is a combination of creatine and malic acid. It provides a stable form of creatine with a wide range of applications and effects. In addition, the presence of malic acid makes this supplement dissolve and absorb better, and therefore less likely to cause stomach discomfort. It is one of the best-researched and oldest supplements used by athletes.
Active people can benefit greatly from supplementing with creatine malate. Creatine itself accelerates muscle growth, delays the onset of fatigue, and has a positive effect on performance. The addition of malic acid further increases muscle endurance, improves strength, and accelerates ATP recovery, thus increasing energy availability during training. In addition, creatine malate increases the capacity for muscle glycogen storage, and the more glycogen there is, the longer and more efficiently the muscles can work, which is particularly useful during long, high-intensity workouts.