Best Overall Pre-Workout Energy/Pump Supplement?

**hatetoorun** · 11-10-2010, 02:13 PM

I have done a couple cycles with N.O. Explode and super pump 250, they start me off jittery and I crash 30mins into my workout.

I have been using MusclePharm Assault for a month now. All I can say is WOW! zero caffine, zero sugar and 100% crazy pumps in the gym. Tastes like candy and there is no crash. I have been able to push myself harder than ever before with Assault.

**armensti** · 11-11-2010, 07:55 PM

so far i only tried jack3d and white flood

jack3d gave me great energy but it made me shaky

white flood gave me good energy (not as much as jack3d) great focus and great pump

the only downside of jack3d for me would be that it made me feel bloated but white flood doesnt do that so i prefer white flood.

**CrazyRower** · 11-13-2010, 04:52 AM

No-Xplode
Super Focus
Xploding Pumps

**Shinny** · 11-13-2010, 09:37 AM

New here. I'm not sure what everyone means by pump. Anyone care to explain?

**bigassmass** · 11-14-2010, 12:03 PM

My favorite is Razor8 Rush from Allmax

**pimp7308** · 11-14-2010, 02:53 PM

Originally Posted by Shinny

New here. I'm not sure what everyone means by pump. Anyone care to explain?

Arnold Schwarzenegger: The greatest feeling you can get in a gym, or the most satisfying feeling you can get in the gym is... The Pump. Let's say you train your biceps. Blood is rushing into your muscles and that's what we call The Pump. You muscles get a really tight feeling, like your skin is going to explode any minute, and it's really tight - it's like somebody blowing air into it, into your muscle. It just blows up, and it feels really different. It feels fantastic.

from pumping iron

**Shinny** · 11-14-2010, 06:44 PM

Originally Posted by pimp7308

Arnold Schwarzenegger: The greatest feeling you can get in a gym, or the most satisfying feeling you can get in the gym is... The Pump. Let's say you train your biceps. Blood is rushing into your muscles and that's what we call The Pump. You muscles get a really tight feeling, like your skin is going to explode any minute, and it's really tight - it's like somebody blowing air into it, into your muscle. It just blows up, and it feels really different. It feels fantastic.

from pumping iron

Ahh, gotcha. Thanks man!

**xStevenx** · 11-15-2010, 09:32 AM

Originally Posted by bigassmass

My favorite is Razor8 Rush from Allmax

Razor8 Blast Powder

if you are looking for energy, this is where it is. 1/2 scoop is plenty

**ZrankFrane** · 11-22-2010, 08:35 PM

Originally Posted by pimp7308

Arnold Schwarzenegger: The greatest feeling you can get in a gym, or the most satisfying feeling you can get in the gym is... The Pump. Let's say you train your biceps. Blood is rushing into your muscles and that's what we call The Pump. You muscles get a really tight feeling, like your skin is going to explode any minute, and it's really tight - it's like somebody blowing air into it, into your muscle. It just blows up, and it feels really different. It feels fantastic.

from pumping iron

SO epic.

I've tried Jack3d and NO explode. Stopped using NO because it gave me stomach aches during my workout. Been using Jack3d for a couple months and i'm really liking it. Great pumps and energy.

**mrericc69** · 11-22-2010, 09:29 PM

Betancourt Bullnox FTW!

**coopdogg369** · 11-22-2010, 10:06 PM

I have tried NO Shotgun, White Flood, and Jack3d but all of these make me so jittery. Personally i think its to much caffeine. however i also tried Body Storm recently and i like it a lot. I'm very focused and helps get that last little push.

**Dibatista** · 11-23-2010, 09:02 AM

Originally Posted by G-wood

I have used alot of pre workout supps, and I build a tolerance to all of them over time, so it is totally normal. Usually by the end of a cycle I am up to around three scoops per use. That's why I take a couple weeks off between cycles, to flush my system off all the caffeine and other stuff lol. Now I do feel that white flood works the best tho, its all a personal pref. Think of it like alcohol man, at first you get a buzz from 2 beers, later on, it takes 6 to even feel it.

I like that example, I also find when I first start up with most of these supps it usually makes me **** a lot more when I first start using it, but after awhile my body gets used to it and it's clear sailing after that.

**thebicepguy** · 11-23-2010, 10:29 AM

Originally Posted by coopdogg369

I have tried NO Shotgun, White Flood, and Jack3d but all of these make me so jittery. Personally i think its to much caffeine. however i also tried Body Storm recently and i like it a lot. I'm very focused and helps get that last little push.

You might also take a look at what you ate before taking the suppplement. If you felt tingly or bugs were under your skin when you tried Jack3D that is normal and its just a reaction to your body. Also, it usually goes away when you start pumping or run for 5-10 min. It won't happen all the time. On the other hand, if its too much caffeine start your intake with a lesser dose and your body will adapt as you push yourself in the gym.

**GoldenGains** · 11-23-2010, 10:51 PM

fruit juice w. hydrolyzed protein

**IRONsMate** · 11-29-2010, 12:52 PM

Jack3d.

**jarion04** · 11-29-2010, 04:29 PM

I have used NO Explode... started giving me headaches. Switched to the Super Pump250... no more head aches, tastes better, no jitters and good motivation and focus... I love it

**iKriss** · 11-30-2010, 11:11 AM

I personally prefer white flood and jack3d

I tried dark rage for about a week and am pretty sure I could get more energy off green tea.
Also tastes disgusting, nasty. Bad pumps, and you just dont feel it.

**elfie7x** · 11-30-2010, 06:00 PM

Assault is the best. I've also tried Superpump 250, 1MR, White Flood, Jack3d, PreSurge Unleashed, and NO Xplode.

**TexasBlues78** · 11-30-2010, 09:22 PM

I want to put in my vote for Animal Pump. I've tried NO Xplode, Jack3d, White Flood, Muscle Prime, and Super Pump Max so far and none of these touch Animal Pump in terms of skin-tearing pumps. Plus, I like that the energy is smooth and controlled so you don't feel all jittery and nauseous.

I don't have anything against some of the other products I mentioned. I still use some of them from time to time and I'm very happy with them, but Animal Pump is definitely my go-to pre-workout supplement.

**dago85** · 12-01-2010, 12:02 PM

Originally Posted by TexasBlues78

I want to put in my vote for Animal Pump. I've tried NO Xplode, Jack3d, White Flood, Muscle Prime, and Super Pump Max so far and none of these touch Animal Pump in terms of skin-tearing pumps. Plus, I like that the energy is smooth and controlled so you don't feel all jittery and nauseous.

I don't have anything against some of the other products I mentioned. I still use some of them from time to time and I'm very happy with them, but Animal Pump is definitely my go-to pre-workout supplement.

did you stack with ANIMAL M-STACK?

**branpureza** · 12-02-2010, 10:39 AM

I've been using SuperPump for a while and it works great. Just recently switched to Jack3d and it's pretty tough to beat for the price point and the taste. Both seem to work really well for me. I do have one question for you guys though:

Has anyone else experienced a little itchiness after taking Jack3d?

My butt, scalp, and face get a little tingly/itchy about 30 mins after taking it. I don't mind it at all and it's barely noticeable but it is definitely a side effect for me. The product works great.

**itacalcio** · 12-02-2010, 03:29 PM

I have taken NO-Xplode and Jack3d with their recommended dosages. Then I took them exceeding those dosages and still felt absolutely nothing during my workouts.

Then I turned to Hemo Rage Black, wow it actually felt like something was happening. The pumps were awesome, my focus was great and it seemed like I had more endurance during my lifts to press out the extra couple of reps.

Once I finished that I bought the new Hemo Rage ultra concentrated version..My review of that is this equation. Hemo Rage Black times 2. It's amazing. Try it.

**TexasBlues78** · 12-02-2010, 05:36 PM

Originally Posted by dago85

did you stack with ANIMAL M-STACK?

I'm just stacking it with regular Animal Stak right now, but I'm thinking about trying M-Stak next time. Have you tried it?

**youngdyno** · 12-02-2010, 06:00 PM

After trying many preworkout supplements this one is it for me. It supplies a steady amount of energy and drive within me over the course of my workout rather than striking me up like a match and allowing me to burn out unexpectingly like so with other preworkout supplements such as Jack3d or No Xplode. Until something better comes along I am and will continue ASSAULTing every workout I indulge in.

"Pain is weakness leaving the body."

**turbose7en** · 12-02-2010, 07:21 PM

I've tried NO Xplode, Jack3d, AmiNO Energy, NO Shotgun... I prefer NO Shotgun the most. AmiNO is probably my least favorite as I don't really get the pump as I do with the others. I also see myself using so many scoops to get any effect. Same goes with NO Xplode, I have to use 2-3 scoops. Sometimes NO Xplode doesn't sit well in my stomach. Jack3d is nice and usually one scoop does the trick. NO Shotgun has so far been my favorite! The pumps and energy is always there and I've been using it for over a month now! It's only one scoop and I haven't felt the need to up the dosage. Also the added protein in NO Shotgun is nice bonus!

**dago85** · 12-03-2010, 05:03 AM

Originally Posted by TexasBlues78

I'm just stacking it with regular Animal Stak right now, but I'm thinking about trying M-Stak next time. Have you tried it?

yes, it's amazing... i love universal products..

m-stack and regular animal stack are differents..

animal stack is a testo booster and M-STACK is a anabolic stimulator

**elfie7x** · 12-04-2010, 12:50 PM

Originally Posted by hatetoorun

I have done a couple cycles with N.O. Explode and super pump 250, they start me off jittery and I crash 30mins into my workout.

I have been using MusclePharm Assault for a month now. All I can say is WOW! zero caffine, zero sugar and 100% crazy pumps in the gym. Tastes like candy and there is no crash. I have been able to push myself harder than ever before with Assault.

Assault has caffeine, but it's not as much as a lot of other pre-workout supplements. All the ingredients seem perfectly dosed to provide an amazing synergy of effects. Assault is currently my favorite as well. I'm in love with the blue arctic raspberry flavor.

**oomph** · 12-04-2010, 03:59 PM

Nano X9 and/or nano vapor

**5tharrow** · 12-05-2010, 04:24 PM

Originally Posted by armensti

so far i only tried jack3d and white flood

jack3d gave me great energy but it made me shaky

white flood gave me good energy (not as much as jack3d) great focus and great pump

the only downside of jack3d for me would be that it made me feel bloated but white flood doesnt do that so i prefer white flood.

This is pretty much my experience. I'll give a little mini comparison after a tub of White Flood and about half a tub of Jack3d using various dosages:

Taste: Jack3d Lemon-lime beats White Flood Lemon for me hands down. Jack3d has an aftertaste, but White Flood taste like Prestone.

Energy: White Flood actually wins here and I'm surprised. Jack3d gave me the jitters, stomach upset, and a hard crash. I felt no tingle either for what it's worth. White Flood makes my face tingle (doesn't matter at all to me but just sayin') and sometimes I have to make myself leave the gym after taking it. I can feel destroyed after my last set, but 5 minutes later I want to do it all over again. I get no crash and no jitters with White Flood.

Pump: White Flood again. It's close, and tough to compare, but only on White Flood can I actually feel almost restricted movement because of a pump.

Focus: I'm throwing this in because it seems to always be discussed. I've never tried to complete a math exam after taking either one of these products; I really don't know what I'm supposed to feel as far as focus goes. I can focus on what I'm doing without taking anything. I will say that the Jack3d stomach upset and jittery feeling was a bit distracting, however.

Having said this, my work-out partner gets totally different results. He swears by Jack3d and White Flood to him is just so-so.

These products react differently for different people so it's best to sample several to find the one that works best for you. I like the reviews, and they are helpful to get a general idea of what you can expect, but until you try something yourself you never know for sure.

I've also tried NO Shotgun and NanoVapor and would have to rate them in this order:

White Flood
NO Shotgun
Jack3d
NanoVapor

Peace

**youngdyno** · 12-08-2010, 02:17 PM

After trying many preworkout supplements this one is it for me. It supplies a steady amount of energy and drive within me over the course of my workout rather than striking me up like a match and allowing me to burn out unexpectingly like so with many other preworkout supplements. Pros- Pumps: 1/5- Not necessary for an awesome workout Energy: 4/5- Substained energy rather than overwhelming. Focus: 5/5- Most notably feature Recovery: 5/5- Signicantly cuts down recovery time in between sets. Cons- Taste: 2/5- Too sweet

Expensive: $35 for 20 servings?! WTF Rough on stomach, the beginning of my third week the ill stomach effects dissipated. Finally, it has an overpowering sweet taste and the Beta Alkaline level is high causing heavy itching the first week of taking this product. Until something better comes along I am and will continue ASSAULTing every workout I indulge in.

"Pain is weakness leaving the body."[/QUOTE]

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