So I haven't worked out in a long time and a few weeks ago started cracking down on myself. My diet is good, I'm doing my cardio regularly, and I'm lifting a couple days a week to help maintain muscle. Five months ago I was up to 285lbs and have got down to 260 with diet only and over the last two weeks have dropped another five pounds. I feel great, however lugging around 255lbs is still pretty harsh and my muscle recovery and indurence is where I feel it most. I started taking protein a week ago post workout and feel it's helped me but I'm wondering if I could also use some creatine. The goal for now is to just get my body fat % down and not loose any muscle. Lbs on the scale don't worry me too much so retaining some water is no bid deal as long as I feel, look better and am ableto continue my workouts longer and harder. I just don't want to bulk up any or have it negatively effect my cardio in any way.