FORM supports strength, structure, and sustained performance.
Built around creatine monohydrate and complementary amino compounds, FORM is designed for people who train with intention. Whether that means lifting, cycling, running, or simply maintaining muscle and resilience over time.
This isn’t a pre-workout. It’s structural support for long-term performance.
What the FORM Block does
FORM combines well-studied performance ingredients to support:
- High-intensity physical performance
- Lean muscle maintenance
- Recovery between training sessions
- Cellular energy production
Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high-intensity exercise. This beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3g. Your FORM block contains 5g.
The aim is not stimulation, it's not a caffeine like substance, it’s capacity.
Who this block is for
Form may be suited to you if you:
- Train with resistance or high-intensity intervals
- Want to maintain muscle mass as you age
- Are returning to structured training
- Prefer steady, evidence-based support over complex “gym blends”
FORM is not required for everyone. If training load is low or sporadic, you may choose to remove it. There's also growing data on Creatine and cognition that we'll get into in a blog post.
As with all optional TOTEMIC blocks, FORM remains modular.
Why these ingredients
Creatine Monohydrate
One of the most extensively researched sports nutrition ingredients. Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high-intensity exercise.
HMB (Calcium β-Hydroxy β-Methylbutyrate)
A metabolite of leucine commonly included in formulations designed to support muscle integrity.
L-Arginine (Base)
An amino acid involved in nitric oxide production and vascular function.
L-Alanine
An amino acid involved in glucose metabolism and energy pathways.
This combination supports muscular structure and energy systems. Crucially without unnecessary stimulants or exaggerated claims.
How FORM fits into the TOTEMIC system
Form layers onto your Foundation (PROTEIN, CARB, CORE).
While Protein supports muscle building blocks and Core supports micronutrient sufficiency, Form focuses specifically on performance capacity and structural resilience.
It is particularly relevant during:
- Progressive training phases
- Return-to-training periods
- Muscle maintenance in midlife
Add it when training intensity increases or if you regularly work out with intensity.
Simple. Structured. Adaptable.
Dietary Information: Vegan
Ingredients
Creatine Monohydrate,
L-Arginine (Base),
HMB (as Calcium β-Hydroxy β-Methylbutyrate),
L-Alanine
Nutritional Information
Typical Values – Per 12g Serving:Creatine Monohydrate – 5,000 mg (5.0 g)
L-Arginine – 2,500 mg (2.5 g)
HMB (Calcium Salt) – 2,500 mg (2.5 g)
L-Alanine – 2,000 mg (2.0 g)
Recommended daily dose: one sachet per day. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily dose.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Keep out of reach of young children.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a healthcare professional before use.
Want to go deeper?
If you’d like more context on supplements, insights and how they fit into different lives, then head over to our deep dives page. Or start with these 2:
Add FORM to your daily mix
FORM is an optional block in your personalised TOTEMIC mix.
You can add, remove, or adjust blocks month to month to suit your goals.