NT came thru as always ....
I am still on the fense about creatine, just because I heard the first few weeks is ratchet on the stomach ... I'm out the house 14 hrs a day, and not really into using public bathrooms like that.
I rep'd every one who provided some info ... I definitely will try to incorporate more sweet potatoes into my dinners, and I'm going to buy a new juicer/blender to make those shakes you were speaking of. I do not have access to a gym at school though, as you assumed. I have classes right after I get out the office, and the classes end at 10 p.m. The gym is closed by then, but I joined Planet Fitness over on Jamaica Ave out here, and it is 24 hrs Monday - Thurs.
Once again, thanks for the help NT ....