Nothing is more boring than starting a workout without energy. Professionals or simple amateurs, both seek to optimize their physical performance by combining efficiency and quality. There is no magic formula, a good night's sleep and a healthy balanced diet are the keys to success. However, there are a few nifty little helpers. Pre-workouts are one of them. How is this possible? The answer is in a few lines!

FAR FROM BEING A SIMPLE MARKETING PRE-TEXT

Creatine, L-Tyrosine, or beta-alanine, under their scientifically appearing names, are components known to be present in pre-workout. Obviously, these are not the only ones; there is a multitude of others present according to the different varieties of food supplements. In general, these components can be found all over the place in various foods but often due to a lack of time (or laziness for some!), these are overlooked.

Pre-workouts are therefore a huge time saver for fairly active people, on the one hand, thanks to their nutritional richness of the “all-in-one formula” type and on the other hand thanks to their more than simplistic use.

A POWDER WITH MAGICAL EFFECTS

Much like Popeye and his famous spinach, pre-workouts help improve performance during workouts by developing endurance and strength, improving protein assimilation and muscle recovery, or increasing concentration and longevity.  In order not to be lost among all of its effects, it is essential to know how to determine which ability you want to boost. It will therefore be necessary to ask the right questions such as: "I wish to have better stimulation of the body or better congestion?" "Or" I would like to feel again in my energy or my endurance? "

The Pump RX Extra concentrated pre-workout, for example, improves strength, muscle congestion, concentration, and endurance at the same time. It is only available in Red Fruits flavor.

HOW TO CONSUME THEM?

It is important to plan and alternate phases with pre-workout and without pre-workout in a continuous and non-repetitive manner, like a good sports program, in order to avoid accustoming your body to some of their effects. Another advantage of pre-workouts is that they come in different flavors. These can therefore be introduced into some recipes in order to break the boredom of a boring routine.

A LITTLE RECIPE IDEA

•  1 banana
•  20 gr of powdered oats
•  1 tablespoon of peanut butter
•  30 cl of almond milk, skimmed milk, or water
•  1 tablespoon of honey
•  1 extra-concentrated Hydravolpre-workout scoop

Pour the 30 cl of milk in a blender, mix the powdered oats, the banana, and the scoop. Mix everything. Add a spoonful of honey and peanut butter. Remix it all and enjoy!

Calories: - 650 kcal

WHAT TO AVOID

That's it! You have finally decided to order your first pre-workout but before consuming it is important to know what not to do!

a) Do not overdose your shaker

Doubling your milligram shaker does not necessarily mean that you will double your athletic performance while practicing your sport. To optimize the effect of the boost provided by pre-workouts, it is important to find the dose neither too high nor too low. If the latter is judged to be too weak, you will not feel this adrenaline effect. If the dose is judged to be too strong, the arousal will not be optimal which will make you unresponsive and expose you to side effects.

b) Before, not after!

On your marks! Ready? What have you already left? Consuming a pre-workout during or after training is really not ideal since it offsets it from its primary role. The active ingredients that make up these food supplements take on average between 15 and 60 minutes. Consuming it during your training will only boost you for the second part of your training. If you only consume it at the end, the effect of the boost will appear when you leave your gym, which you are certainly not looking for.

c) Avoid overly complex pre-workouts

Often, pre-workouts contain a lot of sugar like various foods found in supermarkets. This sudden intake of sugar will create a spike in blood sugar which will drop later and therefore will create a "slack" effect during your workouts. Sugar is also fairly high in calories which defeat your personal goals. Also, check if the list of ingredients is not too full. Focus only on agents that are known for their nutritional value. Pre-workouts tend to sell dreams. Do not get fooled.

d) Eat before you take it

If you are on an empty stomach, don't take a pre-workout. Also, the latter does not replace a meal but remains a simple compliment. This kind of action will combine nausea and lack of concentration. The ideal would be to take it an hour before your workout after consuming a meal that is neither too light nor too heavy because this will tire your body since it has to digest what it has consumed.

PRE-WORKOUT OR NO WORKOUT AT ALL, AFTER ALL?

Pre-workouts are not a quick fix. They prove to be useful if you combine them with a rich and varied diet. Thanks to its components, the latter will be able to help you improve your physical performance by increasing your strength and energy. However, it is important to learn about the use and ingredients of the pre-workout in order to avoid any problems and optimize its use. Finally, these food supplements are intended for beginners as well as advanced athletes. Ultimately, it's all up to you and your lifestyle.