Energy Drinks
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In my opinion energy drinks are only needed with exercising excessively (90 min or longer). The whole point of energy drinks, is the energy. Energy comes from calories of which your drink has none. A better choice would be something with simple carb calories and a bit of protein to regulate the absorption rate. Acclerade is the only drink I know that has both carbs and protein without having to add anything. I make my own and just mix 2 scoops powdered gatorade and a serving of vanilla whey in 20 oz of water; but I only do it when its an extensive exercise session.
The most important thing in the water.
I dont go for all these energy drinks or powders, they all have tonnes or crap that you dont really want to be putting in your body when your trying to workout the best you can.
I got for 1pint of water with 2 scoops of pure dextrose and one scoop of protein.
I dont go for all these energy drinks or powders, they all have tonnes or crap that you dont really want to be putting in your body when your trying to workout the best you can.
I got for 1pint of water with 2 scoops of pure dextrose and one scoop of protein.
Woah, now. There are some benefits to some of the ingredients in energy drinks.
Caffeine, when taken about an hour before exercise in the correct dosage (around 2-3mg/kg bodyweight), can enhance exercise performance and endurance by 2-15%.
It is also known that simple carbohydrates combined with a highly available source of protein during and after the workout window are vital to both performance and recovery.
The problem is that if you take them both together, as the caffeine kicks in, you'll be experiencing a "downer" from your body's response to the sugar.
That particular drink, however, looks completely worthless, if that's the complete ingredient list. It has neither the carbohydrates you need for energy, nor the caffeine for the stimulant effect.
Ideally, it would be much better to take the mentioned dosage of caffeine an hour before your workout (larger amounts, or the consumption of caffeine more than 2-3 times a week, should be avoided). Then sip on a 20g protein/40g carbohydrate drink during and after your workout. Two separate drinks. Then eat a meal with some protein and lots of complex carbohydrates 1 hour after finishing your training.
Will having that drink kill you? Probably not, as there doesn't seem to be anything in it. However, if that's all you are doing for your workout nutrition...you're screwing yourself over.
Caffeine, when taken about an hour before exercise in the correct dosage (around 2-3mg/kg bodyweight), can enhance exercise performance and endurance by 2-15%.
It is also known that simple carbohydrates combined with a highly available source of protein during and after the workout window are vital to both performance and recovery.
The problem is that if you take them both together, as the caffeine kicks in, you'll be experiencing a "downer" from your body's response to the sugar.
That particular drink, however, looks completely worthless, if that's the complete ingredient list. It has neither the carbohydrates you need for energy, nor the caffeine for the stimulant effect.
Ideally, it would be much better to take the mentioned dosage of caffeine an hour before your workout (larger amounts, or the consumption of caffeine more than 2-3 times a week, should be avoided). Then sip on a 20g protein/40g carbohydrate drink during and after your workout. Two separate drinks. Then eat a meal with some protein and lots of complex carbohydrates 1 hour after finishing your training.
Will having that drink kill you? Probably not, as there doesn't seem to be anything in it. However, if that's all you are doing for your workout nutrition...you're screwing yourself over.
When I get into a rut I usualy drink a Speed Stack or something which seems to help me get a better work out. I try not to drink them very often because I tend to get addicted and then rely on them.
Now the Xyience drink does have caffeine, L-carnitine, and ginsing but it does not list how much is in it it just gives the total amount int the blend which is 1.34g.
But I can see what you guys are saying and I'm gonna just stick with water.
What a about orange juice? Can I have a 8oz glass of orange juice with breakfast or should I just take some vitamin c supps? And if I can get OJ what type is the best for me?
But I can see what you guys are saying and I'm gonna just stick with water.
What a about orange juice? Can I have a 8oz glass of orange juice with breakfast or should I just take some vitamin c supps? And if I can get OJ what type is the best for me?
While Orange juice is a simple carb it has a low Glycemic index rating. Secondly no supplement is as good as the whole food (or drink in this case).
100% Oj is best, It should have only one ingredient and thats Oj. With pulp is best because the pulp retains the bulk of its minerals.
No dice on juice..unless you're using it as a simple carb drink for workout nutrition. Eat fruits instead. Not all the time, but 1-2 whole fruits (berries, oranges, pineapple) a day, combined with lots of vegetables, will give you all the vitamin c you need.
Just find a good multivitamin..if you eat well, you don't need a multimineral or a vitamin c supplement or any of that crap, imo. Fish oil, multivitamin, green tea extract. That's my setup. I have this pdf pamphlet with tons of different brands of supplements evaluated for expense and effectiveness. Toss me a pm if you want me to dig it up for you.
Just find a good multivitamin..if you eat well, you don't need a multimineral or a vitamin c supplement or any of that crap, imo. Fish oil, multivitamin, green tea extract. That's my setup. I have this pdf pamphlet with tons of different brands of supplements evaluated for expense and effectiveness. Toss me a pm if you want me to dig it up for you.
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About speed stack -
dont! its not an energy drink formulated for athletes. Its a rip off formulated for idiots who dont know any better.
Please note that they legaly have to have this statement under their adds...
Speed Stack
*These statements about Speed Stack have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration."
The only thing in it that will give you a buzz in caffeine, but whats the point, just take a pro plus.
Its also has Ephedra Alkaloids. Ephedra is a band substance. People have had heart attacks trying to exercise on this stuff.
Chemicals wont help you. Your body runs off calories and water, so make sure you are well rested, well fed and well hydrated. after that there is nothing any chemicals can do to improve your workout.
dont! its not an energy drink formulated for athletes. Its a rip off formulated for idiots who dont know any better.
Please note that they legaly have to have this statement under their adds...
Speed Stack
*These statements about Speed Stack have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration."
The only thing in it that will give you a buzz in caffeine, but whats the point, just take a pro plus.
Its also has Ephedra Alkaloids. Ephedra is a band substance. People have had heart attacks trying to exercise on this stuff.
Chemicals wont help you. Your body runs off calories and water, so make sure you are well rested, well fed and well hydrated. after that there is nothing any chemicals can do to improve your workout.
The newer ones don't have ephedra but Ripped fuel does have synphrine in it. My problem is that I can't seem to get enough sleep/rest. Between working from 7-6 then working out I have a hard time getting more than 6hrs
I always try to cut myself completly off of caffeine at least once every two months bt its hard. I have to stay focused on on top of things at school
I always try to cut myself completly off of caffeine at least once every two months bt its hard. I have to stay focused on on top of things at schoolTHIS IS WAYYY TOO MUCH SODIUM!
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I agree 100% but only good water. P.h. balanced and clean unlike the crap bottle water.Also Water + sea salt does wonders!
Does anyone know if Ephedra Alkaloids are related to Pseudoephedrine?
That's the stuff to gives me complete insomnia, I can't go near the stuff or I won't sleep for days