Pre Workout

It’s quite common to feel tired after a long day of work and lack motivation to hit the gym. That’s where pre-workout comes into play, ensuring you can still get the most out of your workout! But what exactly is in pre-workouts that makes them so effective? A pre-workout is typically a combination of ingredients that complement each other for the best possible results. Popular ingredients in pre-workouts include caffeine, beta-alanine, citrulline, arginine, and creatine. These ingredients help make you more alert and give you that extra boost on days when motivation is hard to find. Want to know more about pre-workout? Read our blog on everything you need to know about pre-workouts.

We all know what a cup of coffee can do for a person (especially in the morning, many of us are grateful for the ‘black gold’). An average cup of coffee contains 80 mg of caffeine, while an average scoop of pre-workout, such as Blast pre-workout, contains a whopping 300 mg of caffeine. You can imagine the effect of a good pre-workout! Moreover, most pre-workouts nowadays come with a long list of vitamins and minerals, such as Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D3, Magnesium, and Zinc. A great addition to your daily diet!

The timing of taking a pre-workout supplement with caffeine is crucial for optimal performance. We recommend taking it 30 to 60 minutes before your workout to allow your body enough time to absorb the active ingredients and boost your energy. This way, you’ll benefit from improved focus, increased energy, and better endurance, elevating your workout performance. If a good night's sleep is important to you, we advise against taking pre-workout late in the evening.

Using pre-workout is quite simple. Take the recommended amount of pre-workout powder and mix it with water, your favorite sports drink, or another desired supplement. Shake (with a shaker) or stir the drink until it's fully dissolved. Alternatively, you can take caffeine in capsules. In this case, you take the caffeine pills with a sufficient drink of your choice. The advantage of capsules is that you don't need to mix powder into your drink.

It’s crucial to take the correct amount of pre-workout to optimize your performance. The recommended dosage varies by product, so it's essential to always check the instructions on the package. Every person reacts differently to doses, depending on factors such as body weight and tolerance. You can experiment, but we advise never exceeding the recommended maximum dose to avoid side effects and achieve the best results. Finding the right amount of pre-workout may vary, but it always starts with carefully reading the instructions on the product you’re using.

The effects of pre-workout are noticeable for about one to one and a half hours, depending on the composition. However, this doesn’t mean your body has broken down all the ingredients after this time. For example, caffeine can remain in your bloodstream for up to 5 hours, depending on how much you consumed. Want to learn more about how it works? Read our blog on how long pre-workout lasts.

Whether you choose a pre-workout with or without caffeine depends on your personal preferences and goals. A pre-workout with caffeine gives you an extra energy boost and helps you stay sharp, ideal for those days when you need a little extra motivation. But if you often train in the evening or prefer to avoid caffeine, a caffeine-free pre-workout can also work perfectly.

A caffeine-free pre-workout still offers plenty of benefits during your workout. You can perform optimally without it affecting your sleep pattern, and you’ll still enjoy ingredients like beta-alanine and citrulline, which promote muscle pumps and improved blood flow. It gives you that extra push without stimulants, so you can train later in the day without worry.

Interested and want to buy stimulant-free pre-workout without caffeine? Or want to learn more? Read our blog on pre-workouts without caffeine.

We recommend not exceeding the recommended amount. With normal use, some people may experience mild tingling. This is a side effect of beta-alanine and is not dangerous. Additionally, some may experience an increased heart rate or nervousness if they are highly sensitive to stimulants like caffeine. In such cases, it may be wise to start with a half dose. Finally, we recommend not using pre-workout for every training session. This helps prevent your body from getting used to it, which can reduce its effectiveness. Want to learn more? Read our detailed blog on the downsides and side effects of pre-workout.

While pre-workout can certainly help you get the most out of your training, it's not always necessary to use it for every session. Pre-workout is especially useful on days when you need extra energy or focus, such as after a long workday or when you have an intense workout planned. It’s smart to give your body a break from the stimulants in pre-workouts, like caffeine, to avoid building a tolerance and reducing the effects. Use it strategically, particularly for your toughest workouts, and not every time you hit the gym.