Science-backed Ingredients
STRENGTH
CREATINE MONOHYDRATE
Common Dosage:
- 3–5 g
Primary Benefits:
- Increases power and strength output
- Enhances ATP regeneration (short burst energy)
- Improves muscle recovery and size over time
Background:
A naturally occurring amino acid, L-Citrulline converts to arginine in the body and boosts nitric oxide production more effectively than arginine itself. The malate version may also help with aerobic energy production.
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L-CITRULLINE
Common Dosage:
- 6–8 g
Primary Benefits:
- Boosts nitric oxide (NO) levels for better blood flow ("pump")
- Reduces exercise fatigue
- Improves endurance and vascularity
Background:
A naturally occurring amino acid, L-Citrulline converts to arginine in the body and boosts nitric oxide production more effectively than arginine itself. The malate version may also help with aerobic energy production.
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BETA-ALANINE
Common Dosage:
- 3.2–6.4 g
Primary Benefits:
- Increases muscle carnosine levels, buffering lactic acid
- Delays muscle fatigue in high-rep or endurance work
- Improves training volume capacity
Background:
Known for the “tingles” (paresthesia), beta-alanine enhances endurance at the cellular level. It shines in high-rep strength training or interval cardio.
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L-TYROSINE
Common Dosage:
- 500–2000 mg
Primary Benefits:
- Supports mental focus and alertness under stress
- Helps sustain cognitive function in demanding workouts
- Precursor to dopamine and norepinephrine
Background:
Tyrosine helps replenish neurotransmitters that are depleted during intense stress (like workouts). Popular in nootropic stacks and pre-workouts for clean focus without jitteriness.
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ORGANIC LION'S MANE
Common Dosage:
- 500–1000 mg
Primary Benefits:
- Enhances memory, focus, and mental clarity
- Supports long-term brain health
- May reduce anxiety or mild stress
Background:
A medicinal mushroom with neuroprotective and neurogenerative properties. Not a typical pre-workout stimulant, but a cognitive enhancer for those who want focus without central nervous stimulation.
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ALPHA-GPC
Common Dosage:
- 300–600 mg
Primary Benefits:
- Boosts acetylcholine for improved mind-muscle connection
- Enhances power output and reaction time
- Supports memory and focus
Background:
A choline compound that crosses the blood-brain barrier. Studies show acute performance benefits when taken 30–60 minutes before training, especially for explosive movements.
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CAFFEINE
Common Dosage:
- 150–300 mg
Primary Benefits:
- Increases energy and alertness
- Enhances fat oxidation and endurance
- Improves reaction time and performance
Background:
The most widely used stimulant in the world. In pre-workouts, caffeine is often paired with other focus ingredients or calming agents (like L-theanine) to smooth out the effect curve.
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L-THEANINE
Common Dosage:
- 100–200 mg
Primary Benefits:
- Smooths out caffeine jitters and crash
- Promotes calm, focused energy
- May reduce pre-workout anxiety or stress
Background:
Found naturally in tea leaves, L-theanine works synergistically with caffeine to sharpen focus and reduce overstimulation. Ideal for users who are sensitive to caffeine or want a cleaner feel.