![]() ![]() When it comes to more intense, stimulant containing pre-workouts, the most common ingredient found in nearly all those available today is the most widely used drug on the market. ![]() These are just a few ingredients commonly found in stimulant-free pre-workouts that can improve your performance while sparing you of the negative effects many people feel from the stimulant-containing products. L-Leucine – Has been shown to have an anti-catabolic effect on the body, thus helping to spare muscle loss when dieting, and may help to heal skin and bones by increasing the body’s production of human growth hormone L-Tyrosine – An amino acid, the body produces L-Tyrosine from phenylalanine, which is used to make chemical messengers involved in brain activity, this potentially improving alertness. L-Citrulline – Increases the body’s production of nitric oxide, thus helping arteries to relax and work more efficiently, thus improving blood flow Nitric Oxide – Has been shown in some studies to increase blood flow to working muscles and help reduce time to fatigue during a workout Beta-alanine aids in the production of carnosine, which plays a role in muscle endurance during high-intensity exercise. Instead, these “stim-free” products contain ingredients such as beta-alanine, nitric oxide, L-Citrulline, L-Tyrosine, and L-Leucine to name a few, none of which are associated with the undesirable effects that are often experienced following consumption of a pre-workout that contains a host of various stimulants, all of which may lead to increased anxiety, trouble sleeping, and nausea to name a few.īeta-alanine – A non-essential amino acid that is produced naturally in the body. The most significant difference between the various pre-workouts on the market today is those that contain stimulants, and those that do not, and are often referred to as “stim-free.” This generally refers to the absence of caffeine in these products. This will be the first installment in what will be a series of supplement reviews that all Impact members, Flex Level Fitness clients, and general fitness enthusiasts may make educated decisions about what products are worth the money. To provide clarity, education, and useful knowledge that will help to enhance your efficiency in the gym, the scope of this month’s article will be limited to the pre-workout supplements, and which, if any, may be best for you. Are you confused or overwhelmed by the amount of supplement ads you’re bombarded with online, on television, or within your gym and feel unsure as to which are safe for you and worth adding to your regimen? Multiple times a week I am asked about various supplements and what they do, and if they are worth the investment. ![]()
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