Is the effectiveness of a pre-workout based solely on its stimulant effect?

[Beast]

Looking through the supplement section of this formula as well as other random feedback it appears that nowadays the effective of pre-workout formulas is based solely on its stimulant effect.

"I take [insert name of product here] because it jacks me up!!! I can't train without it!!!"

I think people rely too much on stimulants to get them through their workouts and the pre-workout people to choose is based simply on which one jacks them up (gives them the greatest energy buzz) the most.

Discuss.

[tonsti]

For myself I train at 5am so I need a good kick in the ass to get me going.Although I would be thrilled to drop the pre wo and save the money

[thejuiceed]

Looking through the supplement section of this formula as well as other random feedback it appears that nowadays the effective of pre-workout formulas is based solely on its stimulant effect.

"I take [insert name of product here] because it jacks me up!!! I can't train without it!!!"

I think people rely too much on stimulants to get them through their workouts and the pre-workout people to choose is based simply on which one jacks them up (gives them t
he greatest energy buzz) the most.

Discuss.

I completely agree that just because a pre workout product is "stimmed out" does not make it a good product. I look for a product with a balanced result of energy, strength, and focus. One in particular starts with an N and ends with an M.

[Beast]

I completely agree that just because a pre workout product is "stimmed out" does not make it a good product. I look for a product with a balanced result of energy, strength, and focus. One in particular starts with an N and ends with an M.

I definitely think the mental focus aspect of the pre-workout is overlooked. I loved taking the old Scivation NeuroStim pre-workout because it gave a nice boost in performance and focus without the massive stim energy peak and crash. Long term stim use isn't good, especially when your body starts relying on stims to function.

[willsong]

Derek, what do you suggest when one has been consuming Pre-workout supplements for almost every workout for the past I don't know like 3-4 years? When do you recommend the usage of pre-workout supplements? And how should one cycle the use of pre-workout supplements?

[robertfah]

Coming from someone who used to never take them and now does, I can say that focus & energy are important to me.....I don't like the jitters or anything like that....something that can make me focus while providing energy is key. I try not to use them too often but have found myself using it for 3 of my 4 workouts a week. I do try to take a 2 week break every now and then as well and try only to use it when I feel I really need it.

[LiL USMC BBer]

Load a product up with some Niacin, Beta-Alanine and Caffeine and perhaps even some DMAA. and it'll be the most popular for the majority of society out there.


Far to often I hear "oh man, best product ever, makes me all tingly I just wanna punch holes in the wall"


I'll admit I was a big fan of the 'ol days of VasoXplode/Charge, used to eat it like candy when it caked up. Definitly was one of the better ones I've used.

[thejuiceed]

Derek, what do you suggest when one has been consuming Pre-workout supplements for almost every workout for the past I don't know like 3-4 years? When do you recommend the usage of pre-workout supplements? And how should one cycle the use of pre-workout supplements?

I personally like to take a 2 week break from using pre-workout products about every 3-4 months. Coincide it with a week off from the gym...

[thejuiceed]

Load a product up with some Niacin, Beta-Alanine and Caffeine and perhaps even some DMAA. and it'll be the most popular for the majority of society out there.


Far to often I hear "oh man, best product ever, makes me all tingly I just wanna punch holes in the wall"


I'll admit I was a big fan of the 'ol days of VasoXplode/Charge, used to eat it like candy when it caked up. Definitly was one of the better ones I've used.

I've used the old school VasoCharge in the past as well, love that stuff for early morning training!!

[Beast]

Derek, what do you suggest when one has been consuming Pre-workout supplements for almost every workout for the past I don't know like 3-4 years? When do you recommend the usage of pre-workout supplements? And how should one cycle the use of pre-workout supplements?

I personally like to take a 2 week break from using pre-workout products about every 3-4 months. Coincide it with a week off from the gym...

I agree with the above, take 2 weeks off every 3-4 months.

Also there is a difference between taking something stimulating once a day vs. taking something pre-workout and mid-afternoon and a Monster/Energy Drink and coffee here and there. Throughout my contest prep I was taking Novem twice a day and I definitely think my body became reliant on it.

[Beast]

Load a product up with some Niacin, Beta-Alanine and Caffeine and perhaps even some DMAA. and it'll be the most popular for the majority of society out there.

Far to often I hear "oh man, best product ever, makes me all tingly I just wanna punch holes in the wall"

You are 100% correct with that assessment!