Choosing the right Pre-Workout & FAQ

[TimMason91]

Pre-Workout supplements to help you with Endurance (ie; running, HIIT, etc..)

• DS Craze
- Read Reviews for DS Craze
• CL White Flood
- Read Reviews for White Flood
• IF Maximize V2
- Read Reviews for Maximize V2
• Banana
- More information on Bananas
• Magnum Opus
- Read Reviews for OPUS


Pre-Workout supplements to help you with Pumps:

• EG ErgoPump
- Read Reviews for EG ErgoPump
• CL White Flood
- Read Reviews for White Flood
• S.A.N. Fierce
- Read Reviews for Fierce
• Pump-Bol
- Read Reviews for Pump-Bol
• Uni Shock Therapy
- Read Reviews for Shock Therapy
• SuperPump Max
- Read Reviews for SuperPump Max
• SuperPump 250
- Read Reviews for SuperPump 250
• C4 Extreme
- Read Reviews for C4 Exreme


Pre-Workout supplements to help you with Focus:

• DS Craze
- Read Reviews for DS Craze
• Focus XT
- Read Reviews for Focus XT
• Animal Rage
- Read Reviews for Animal Rage
• NG NeuroSurge
- Read Reviews for NeuroSurge
• White Blood 2
- Read Reviews for White Blood 2
• OS Ultima
- Read Reviews for Ultima
• IF Maximize V2
- Read Reviews for Maximize V2
• Pre-Surge Unleashed
- Read Reviews for PreSurge Unleashed

Pre-Workout supplements to help you with Strength:

• Animal Rage
- Read Reviews for Animal Rage
• DS Craze
- Read Reviews for DS Craze
• CL White Flood
- Read Reviews for White Flood
• Cellucor C4 Extreme
- Read Reviews for C4 Extreme


Pre-Workout Supplements to elevate your mood:

• DS Craze
- Read Reviews for DS Craze
• Pre-Surge Unleashed
- Read Reviews for PreSurge Unleashed
• 5-HTP
- Read Reviews for 5-HTP
• Phenylethylamine (PEA)
- Read Reviews for PEA


Pre-Workout Supplements to fit your budget:

• CL White Flood
- Read Reviews for White Flood
• Caffeine Pills
- Read Reviews for Caffeine Pills

*Adding more


Pre-Workout That does not contain Stimulants:

• MAN Body Octane
- Read Reviews for Body Octane
• MAN Clout
- Read Reviews for Clout
• IForce Hemavol
- Read Reviews for Hemavol
•OS Ultima
- Read Reviews for Ultima
• White Blood 2
- Read Reviews for White Blood 2
• Magnum Opus
- Read Reviews for OPUS
• N.O Xplode2.0
- Read Reviews for N.O Xplode
• Dymatize Xpand
- Read Reviews for Xpand

Pre-Workout supplements that do not contain Creatine:

• CL White Flood
- Read Reviews for White Flood
• NG NeuroSurge
- Read Reviews for NeuroSurge
• White Blood 2
- Read Reviews for White Blood 2
• IForce Hemavol
- Read Reviews for Hemavol

PRE-WORKOUT FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Q: Can I stack a Non-Stim PWO, with a PWO with stims?
A:Most of the time, yes. Find out which ingredients do not go well with each other before trying.

Q: How many minutes before my workout should I take my PWO?
A:Most labels tell you, though it's different for everyone. could be 10 minutes, could be 45.

Q: Do I have to take my PWO on an empty stomach?
A: For full effectiveness, it is suggested that you take your pre-workout supplement at least 2 hours after eating, for quick digestion.

Q: I took a Pre-Workout supplement.. But it had no effect, what do I do?
A:When was the last time you ate? (Refer to above question). Have you cycled off stimulants for at least 2 weeks? (Coffee, tea, soda, etc...). Did you take the recommended serving size, and mix with the appropriate amount of water?

Q: Can I take a Pre-Workout Supplement if I am currently cutting?
A: Yes, it will give you more energy, and focus to help reach your goals.

Q: When I take my Pre-Workout, my mouth feels really dry in the gym.. why is this?
A: Be sure to stay hydrated while you are exercising. As most pre-workouts contain Creatine, it is essential for you to drink plenty of water.

Q: Are Pre-Workout supplements safe? I've heard of people dying..
A: Intelligent people do not die from Pre-Workout supplements. If you are wanting to mix 14 scoops of the strongest stimulant, to get a bit more energy.. There are obviously going to be some health risks. However, taken with the recommended serving size (Usually 1-2 scoops) pre-workouts are safe.

Q: Are Pre-Workout supplements worth the money?
A: For some, yes. For others, No. If you need some more motivation, energy, focus, endurance, strength, wake up early etc.. etc.. then pre-workout supplements can help a ton. If you already have energy, strength etc.. then you might as well grab a pre-workout anyways to push your self beyond your current limits

Q: Can I take a pre-workout for studying?
A: Depending on the product, yes. Refer to the "Focus" category above, all are great options for a supplement to take to help with your studies.

Q: My pre-workout contains creatine, but not much.. Can I add more?
A: Most Pre-Workout supplements containing Creatine is a sufficient enough amount to saturate the muscles in time. Though, if you wish to saturate the muscles quicker. You can add additional creatine. (3-5g/daily is all that is really necessary)

[cgibsong002]

very nice.. thanks!

[TimMason91]

Also, if you guys got questions regarding pre-workouts, let me know, and I'll add them in there.

Eyes were getting a little funky so just taking a break. Also going to edit some of the current FAQ answers.

[TimMason91]

Bumping.

Anything I missed? adding more later.

[donked007]

After running a log on Shock Therapy I rated the endurance a 10. It was surprisingly good. Last workout I did with it was 2 hours. 40 min of cardio and the rest weight lifting and I didn't walk out exhausted.
I also had unbelievable focus while using presurge unleashed.

[TimMason91]

After running a log on Shock Therapy I rated the endurance a 10. It was surprisingly good. Last workout I did with it was 2 hours. 40 min of cardio and the rest weight lifting and I didn't walk out exhausted.
I also had unbelievable focus while using presurge unleashed.

Agreed, shock therapy is pretty good for endurance.

Haven't tried Pre-Surge yet, I still got my samples though

[naturalguy]

Good info, nice thread.

I would put Animal Rage under focus as well - I can't imagine a stronger focus product than Rage, it gets you in the zone every time.

[RS6759]

Good list. I would add that to the "does not contain creatine" list Hemavol and White Blood 2.

I'm really surprised something like this hasn't been made into a sticky before given all the posts in regards to it.

[powercage]

Good list. I would add that to the "does not contain creatine" list Hemavol and White Blood 2.

I'm really surprised something like this hasn't been made into a sticky before given all the posts in regards to it.

Mainly because formulas change and get updated...then the list is no longer accurate once one is changed


Good compilation OP

[RS6759]

Mainly because formulas change and get updated...then the list is no longer accurate once one is changed


Good compilation OP

They need to quit changing the formula to bananas.

[B Con]

Great info here. Thanks for putting it all together.

[TimMason91]

Mainly because formulas change and get updated...then the list is no longer accurate once one is changed


Good compilation OP

This is true, formulas do change a lot. But I am pretty active in the Supplement section, and when a formula does change I hear about it pretty quick. I will do my best to keep it updated

Good list. I would add that to the "does not contain creatine" list Hemavol and White Blood 2.

I'm really surprised something like this hasn't been made into a sticky before given all the posts in regards to it.

Of course! thank you

Good info, nice thread.

I would put Animal Rage under focus as well - I can't imagine a stronger focus product than Rage, it gets you in the zone every time.

Indeed, I tried the sample and it gave me insane focus. Stacked with Shock Therapy, the focus/endurance was insane!

[DarrenConroy]

Nice! Very well assembled! Good job!

[TimMason91]

Nice! Very well assembled! Good job!

thanks man

[Popeye4Arms]

good idea tim.

lots of questions on the forum, this should clear up a couple.

[ATHLETIC EDGE NUTRITION]

Nice thread and as many have mentioned PreSurge Unleashed is a great choice with an unparallelled formula and exceptional customer feedback.- http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=125194101

[TimMason91]

Nice thread and as many have mentioned PreSurge Unleashed is a great choice with an unparallelled formula and exceptional customer feedback.- http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=125194101

Indeed a great choice, my reviews will be up soon!

[TimMason91]

bump.

have been lazy recently, will get more information in here soon

[chipevans22]

sticky sticky sticky

[TimMason91]

sticky sticky sticky

I tried

Any chance this can get stickied?

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=144588521

Thanks


Tim

Unfortunately not, we can't sticky any threads that could be construed as favoring any brands over another.

[TimMason91]

just bumping in case anyone has any questions.

would like to put this on the first page at least once a week.

[Barn01]

I'm just curious why you didn't include Neurocore on that list? It's one of the top selling preWO's on bb.com

[TimMason91]

I'm just curious why you didn't include Neurocore on that list? It's one of the top selling preWO's on bb.com

It's to late for me to edit, I was going to add in a bunch of more pre-workouts, including NeuroCore. I wated to long, and I can no longer edit the thread.

I have samples of Neurocore, I just haven't gotten around to trying them yet. I'm sure I would have added it in if I tried it, but most of the supplements I added ^ are off research/experience.

[stan47islav]

It sucks this can't be a sticky that way when people keep asking the same questions about them.... you can tell them to refer to this sticky... or at least this thread.

Now a creatine faq should get stickied no brand
Names have to be mentioned..... and it will solve most creatine questions

[TimMason91]

It sucks this can't be a sticky that way when people keep asking the same questions about them.... you can tell them to refer to this sticky... or at least this thread.

Now a creatine faq should get stickied no brand
Names have to be mentioned..... and it will solve most creatine questions

Yeah it does suck, but hey if you put the link to this thread in your sig, and just say "refer to the link in my sig" it should help

thanks for reading

[Barn01]

It's to late for me to edit, I was going to add in a bunch of more pre-workouts, including NeuroCore. I wated to long, and I can no longer edit the thread.

I have samples of Neurocore, I just haven't gotten around to trying them yet. I'm sure I would have added it in if I tried it, but most of the supplements I added ^ are off research/experience.

You might want to ask a mod if they will allow you to edit the OP. It doesn't have to be sticky'd but it would be nice if you had edit rights once in a while.

[BlueNinjaGo]

Thanks OP for putting this list together. I'm a relative newbie and this list helps. I've only tried a half dozen PWO's so far and still trying to educate myself instead of trying things based on store owner's opinion, recommendation of friends, and marketing. Been reading the forums/stickies/links for the past few weeks and it's a lot of information to take in all at once.

[TimMason91]

Thanks OP for putting this list together. I'm a relative newbie and this list helps. I've only tried a half dozen PWO's so far and still trying to educate myself instead of trying things based on store owner's opinion, recommendation of friends, and marketing. Been reading the forums/stickies/links for the past few weeks and it's a lot of information to take in all at once.

No problem man. Don't listen to those idiot salesmen saying "this product will increase your testosterone levels by 350%".. -.- Always do research!

You might want to ask a mod if they will allow you to edit the OP. It doesn't have to be sticky'd but it would be nice if you had edit rights once in a while.

Agreed, would be nice to have edit rights for longer than 24 hours.

Though.. I cannot add anymore information to the OP even if I could, already has 12,000 characters (the HTML codes).

I'm thinking I'll, reply to the OP with a new post with a bunch more information/products/faq.

[VicMackey92]

your thread is the real deal men , gotta read all of it

and if someday i have a question i peep you

[TimMason91]

your thread is the real deal men , gotta read all of it

and if someday i have a question i peep you

thanks man, peep me anytime.