{"id":9823,"date":"2024-01-17T09:22:07","date_gmt":"2024-01-17T02:22:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=9823"},"modified":"2024-01-17T09:22:07","modified_gmt":"2024-01-17T02:22:07","slug":"best-pre-workout-powders-10-to-try-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=9823","title":{"rendered":"Best Pre-Workout Powders: 10 to Try in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-franchise outlines-corners relative p-[20px] mt-[30px] sm:flex sm:items-start sm:flex-row\" style=\"min-height:105.83762886598px\">\n<div class=\"article-franchise__text text-default mt-[10px] text-center inline sm:inline-block sm:mt-0 sm:text-left\"> <span class=\"italic text-gray\">With the Well+Good SHOP, our editors put their years of know-how to work in order to pick products (from skin care to self care and beyond) they\u2019re betting you\u2019ll love. While our editors independently select these products, making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission. Happy shopping!<\/span><span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/shop\/\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/shop\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Explore the SHOP<\/a><\/span> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Let\u2019s be honest: Sometimes, the <em>idea<\/em> of a workout alone isn\u2019t enough to get up and moving. Thankfully, pre-workout supplements exist to offer an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/workout-or-sleep-for-energy\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/workout-or-sleep-for-energy\/\">energy boost<\/a>. While there are certainly great foods to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/what-to-eat-before-i-work-out\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/what-to-eat-before-i-work-out\/\">eat before a workout<\/a>, the best pre-workout powders make for a less filling and often faster-acting alternative.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/do-pre-workout-supplements-work\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/do-pre-workout-supplements-work\/\">performance-enhancing benefits<\/a> of pre-workout supplements aren&#8217;t <em>new<\/em> news, but their increased popularity in recent years has lead to a boom in options. And, because many brands have hopped on the pre-workout bandwagon, it can be difficult to know which formulas are any good (not to mention which are less likely to cause a jittery case of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/social-anxiety-going-to-the-gym\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/social-anxiety-going-to-the-gym\/\">gym-xiety<\/a>).\u00a0To learn more about what pre-workout powders do\u2014and who should try them\u2014we spoke with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/chelseaalannahphillips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/chelseaalannahphillips\/\">Chelsea Phillips<\/a>, CPT, a nutritionist and the lead trainer at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/madabolic_brooklyn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/madabolic_brooklyn\/\">MADabolic Brooklyn<\/a>. Read on for her take, as well as a few pre-workout powders that are actually worth trying.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\">\n<hr\/>\n<div class=\"experts-in-article noskim py-[24px] px-[40px]\">\n<p>Experts In This Article<\/p>\n<ul class=\"!ml-[18px]\">\n<li> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/chelseaalannahphillips\/\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/chelseaalannahphillips\/\">Chelsea Phillips, CPT<\/a>, Chelsea Phillips is a PN1-certified nutritionist and NASM-certified trainer, as well as the Lead Trainer at MADabolic in Brooklyn. <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<hr\/><\/div>\n<h2>The Best Pre-Workout Powders, at a Glance:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Best trainer-approved:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FPre-Workout-SFH-Non-Dairy-Artificial-Sweeteners%2Fdp%2FB0721YTD7G%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pre-Workout-SFH-Non-Dairy-Artificial-Sweeteners\/dp\/B0721YTD7G\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pre-Workout-SFH-Non-Dairy-Artificial-Sweeteners\/dp\/B0721YTD7G?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\">SFH, Push Pre-Workout<\/a>, $50<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best NSF-certified:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FCellucor-Hydration-Supplement-Monohydrate-Raspberry%2Fdp%2FB0734F7W6Q%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cellucor-Hydration-Supplement-Monohydrate-Raspberry\/dp\/B0734F7W6Q\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cellucor-Hydration-Supplement-Monohydrate-Raspberry\/dp\/B0734F7W6Q?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\">Cellucor, C4 Sport Pre-Workout<\/a>, $21<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best plant-based:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGarden-Life-Organic-Workout-BlackBerry%2Fdp%2FB01N9CTJET%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Garden-Life-Organic-Workout-BlackBerry\/dp\/B01N9CTJET\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Garden-Life-Organic-Workout-BlackBerry\/dp\/B01N9CTJET?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\">Garden of Life, Sport Organic Plant-Based Energy+Focus<\/a>, $29<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best with simple ingredients:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSFD-1148051%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fpromixnutrition.com%252Fproducts%252Fpre-workout&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/promixnutrition.com\/products\/pre-workout\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpromixnutrition.com%2Fproducts%2Fpre-workout\">Promix, Pre-Workout<\/a>, $33<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best hydrating: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FLiquid-I-V-Multiplier-Super-Charged-Supplement%2Fdp%2FB0854MRV7W%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Liquid-I-V-Multiplier-Super-Charged-Supplement\/dp\/B0854MRV7W\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Liquid-I-V-Multiplier-Super-Charged-Supplement\/dp\/B0854MRV7W?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\">Liquid I.V., Energy Multiplier<\/a>, $25<\/li>\n<li><strong>Writer&#8217;s pick: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ghostlifestyle.com\/collections\/supplements\/products\/ghost-legend-blue-raspberry-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.ghostlifestyle.com\/collections\/supplements\/products\/ghost-legend-blue-raspberry-1\">Ghost, Legend Pre-Workout<\/a>, $45<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best highly-caffeinated: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/1stphorm.com\/collections\/pre-workout-energy\/products\/project-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/1stphorm.com\/collections\/pre-workout-energy\/products\/project-1\">1st Phorm, Project-1 Pre-Workout<\/a>, $55<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best multi-purpose: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterdaysco.com\/collections\/all-products\/products\/bettergreens-caffeinated\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/betterdaysco.com\/collections\/all-products\/products\/bettergreens-caffeinated\">BetterDays, BetterGreens (Caffeinated)<\/a>, $53<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best flavor options:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSFD-1148051%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fbloomnu.com%252Fproducts%252Fpreworkout&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/bloomnu.com\/products\/preworkout\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fbloomnu.com%2Fproducts%2Fpreworkout\">Bloom, Pre-Workout<\/a>, $40<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best for energy and endurance:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSFD-1148051%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252F1upnutrition.com%252Fcollections%252Fbest-sellers%252Fproducts%252F1up-preworkout-women&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/1upnutrition.com\/collections\/best-sellers\/products\/1up-preworkout-women\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2F1upnutrition.com%2Fcollections%2Fbest-sellers%2Fproducts%2F1up-preworkout-women\">1UP Nutrition, 1UP Pre-Women<\/a>, $56<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What is a Pre-Workout Powder?<\/h2>\n<p>Pre-workout powders are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6413194\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6413194\/\">multi-ingredient formulas<\/a> that aim to enhance your workout performance. Common ingredients are creatine, caffeine, and branched-chain amino acids (or BCAAs), although the formula will vary from brand to brand.<\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content \" style=\"\" data-module-init=\"related-content\" data-module-immediate=\"\" v-cloak=\"\">\n<div class=\"related-content__wrapper \" v-cloak=\"\" :class=\"{'is-loaded':isLoaded}\">\n<p> <span class=\"inline text-h5 text-seafoam-dark\">Related Stories<\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <related-content class=\"related-content__links\" parent-article-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-pre-workout-powders\/\" current-title=\"Need a Boost? Crush Your Next Sweat Session With These Pre-Workout Powders\" current-image=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Best-Pre-Workout-Powders\u2014Stocksy\u2014Brat-Co_418x278_true_70.webp\" v-on:parsely-posts-loaded=\"onPostsLoaded\" start-date=\"2023-07-16\" tag=\"div\" inline-template=\"\" url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-pre-workout-powders\/\" secret=\"w5ztterVB03LGZJLfXS0hf3EvQBuFFIWew9hmVQxthU\" apikey=\"wellandgood.com\" limit=\"3\"> <\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"related-content__card mb-[10px] sm:mb-[20px]\" :class=\"{'related-content__card--full':posts.length === 1}\" v-for=\"(post, key) in posts\"> <a v-on:click.prevent=\"trackLinkGA($event, key)\" :href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-pre-workout-powders\/post.url\" data-url-source=\"related-content\" class=\"related-content__link\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content__card--image bg-tan\" :style=\"{ backgroundImage: 'url(' + post.image_url + ')' }\"> <img :src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-pre-workout-powders\/post.image_url\" :alt=\"post.title\"\/> <\/div>\n<p> <\/a>  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <\/related-content> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Fans of pre-workout supplements say that taking it 30-60 minutes before a sweat session has its perks. &#8220;The biggest benefits I see, and the reason why I use them, are boosted energy, quicker recovery, and assistance in muscular growth,&#8221; explains Phillips.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, several small studies (like <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35599920\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35599920\/\">this one<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7664913\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7664913\/\">this one<\/a>) have found that taking a pre-workout supplement before strength training can help improve energy and power outputs. And <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28638350\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28638350\/\">research around BCAAs<\/a> suggests that supplementing with amino acids before a workout helps boost muscle growth and reduces soreness.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Look for In a Pre-Workout Powder<\/h2>\n<p>As we mentioned above, each brand&#8217;s pre-workout formula is a little different. &#8220;I&#8217;d pay attention to the caffeine amount, this is what helps with the boost of energy and is also useful to know if you&#8217;re planning to use late at night or after already drinking a cup of coffee,&#8221; says Phillips. &#8220;I&#8217;d also look for the BCAA&#8217;s or amino acids in the product. These will help aid recovery and assist with muscular growth. A lot of pre workouts also contain creatine which is super helpful in this process as well.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s also important to note that, like all dietary supplements in the U.S., pre-workout powders aren&#8217;t regulated by the FDA. That means it&#8217;s extra important to read the full ingredient list and, when possible, look for proof of third-party testing from reputable organizations like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsf.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.nsf.org\/\">NSF<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Shop 10 Great Pre-Workout Powders<\/h2>\n<div class=\"theme-main-2020\">\n<div class=\"wg-inline-shopable\">\n<div class=\"pb-[20px] sm:pb-[35px] sm:flex justify-between\">\n<div class=\"w-full\">\n<figure class=\"block w-full wg-inline-shopable__figure p-0 m-0 mb-[25px]\"> <a data-vars-event=\"product image\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+trainer-approved%3A+SFH%2C+Push+Pre-Workout\" data-product-price-value=\"50\" data-vars-info=\"Best+trainer-approved%3A+SFH%2C+Push+Pre-Workout\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FPre-Workout-SFH-Non-Dairy-Artificial-Sweeteners%2Fdp%2FB0721YTD7G%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pre-Workout-SFH-Non-Dairy-Artificial-Sweeteners\/dp\/B0721YTD7G?tag=wellandgood19-20\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pre-Workout-SFH-Non-Dairy-Artificial-Sweeteners\/dp\/B0721YTD7G?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/sfh-push.webp\" class=\"block w-full no-pin\" alt=\"a package of push pre-workout, one of the best pre-workout powders\"\/> <\/a><figcaption class=\"text-center text-caption--article text-gray-light block mt-[10px]\"\/> <\/figure>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FPre-Workout-SFH-Non-Dairy-Artificial-Sweeteners%2Fdp%2FB0721YTD7G%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"wg-inline-shopable__subtitle-link\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+trainer-approved%3A+SFH%2C+Push+Pre-Workout\" data-product-price-value=\"50\" data-vars-event=\"product name\" data-vars-info=\"Best+trainer-approved%3A+SFH%2C+Push+Pre-Workout\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pre-Workout-SFH-Non-Dairy-Artificial-Sweeteners\/dp\/B0721YTD7G?tag=wellandgood19-20\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pre-Workout-SFH-Non-Dairy-Artificial-Sweeteners\/dp\/B0721YTD7G?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\"> <\/p>\n<p>Best trainer-approved: SFH, Push Pre-Workout \u2014 $50.00<\/p>\n<p> <\/a> <\/p>\n<div class=\"text-big mb-[5px] wg-inline-shopable__content mt-[10px]\">\n<p>This formula from SFH is Phillips\u2019 go-to. It includes a combination of B vitamins (B6, B12, and B3, also known as niacin), various amino acids, and glycine, which works with BCAAs to prevent soreness. It\u2019s also gluten-free, vegan, free of artificial flavoring, and comes two flavors: fruit punch or lemonade.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Review from our expert: <\/strong>\u201cThe fruit punch is my favorite flavor. It has quality ingredients, not an insane amount of caffeine, and has electrolytes to aid in hydration.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key ingredients: <\/strong>B6, B12, B3 (niacin), BCAAs, beta-alanine, glycine<\/p>\n<p><strong>Servings: <\/strong>30<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caffeine:<\/strong> 115mg per serving<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-pros\">\n<ul>\n<li>Gluten-free, vegan, and no artificial flavors <\/li>\n<li>Contains several B vitamins <\/li>\n<li>Includes glycine to support BCAAs <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"pb-[20px] sm:pb-[35px] sm:flex justify-between\">\n<div class=\"w-full\">\n<figure class=\"block w-full wg-inline-shopable__figure p-0 m-0 mb-[25px]\"> <a data-vars-event=\"product image\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+NSF-certified%3A+Cellucor%2C+C4+Sport+Pre-Workout\" data-product-price-value=\"21\" data-vars-info=\"Best+NSF-certified%3A+Cellucor%2C+C4+Sport+Pre-Workout\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FCellucor-Hydration-Supplement-Monohydrate-Raspberry%2Fdp%2FB0734F7W6Q%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cellucor-Hydration-Supplement-Monohydrate-Raspberry\/dp\/B0734F7W6Q?tag=wellandgood19-20\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cellucor-Hydration-Supplement-Monohydrate-Raspberry\/dp\/B0734F7W6Q?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/cellucorc4_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\" class=\"block w-full no-pin\" alt=\"a package of cellucor c4 pre workout, one of the best pre workout powders\"\/> <\/a><figcaption class=\"text-center text-caption--article text-gray-light block mt-[10px]\"\/> <\/figure>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FCellucor-Hydration-Supplement-Monohydrate-Raspberry%2Fdp%2FB0734F7W6Q%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"wg-inline-shopable__subtitle-link\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+NSF-certified%3A+Cellucor%2C+C4+Sport+Pre-Workout\" data-product-price-value=\"21\" data-vars-event=\"product name\" data-vars-info=\"Best+NSF-certified%3A+Cellucor%2C+C4+Sport+Pre-Workout\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cellucor-Hydration-Supplement-Monohydrate-Raspberry\/dp\/B0734F7W6Q?tag=wellandgood19-20\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cellucor-Hydration-Supplement-Monohydrate-Raspberry\/dp\/B0734F7W6Q?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\"> <\/p>\n<p>Best NSF-certified: Cellucor, C4 Sport Pre-Workout \u2014 $21.00<\/p>\n<p> <\/a> <\/p>\n<div class=\"text-big mb-[5px] wg-inline-shopable__content mt-[10px]\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">C4 Sport Pre-Workout is a widely popular pick. It features 135 milligrams of caffeine, so it\u2019s on the moderate side compared to other pre-workout brand offerings. It\u2019s another option that contains electrolytes, plus magnesium which <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5622706\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5622706\/\">research suggests<\/a> helps aid exercise performance and recovery. We also appreciate that it\u2019s NSF-certified for sport, meaning it\u2019s been third-party tested and is free of banned substances. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Review from the author:<\/strong> \u201cI used to take C4 before switching to Ghost (below)\u2014it\u2019s ultra-energizing and it tastes great.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key ingredients: <\/strong>Beta-alanine, caffeine, creatine, magnesium chloride, B vitamins<\/p>\n<p><b>Servings: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30 <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Caffeine: <\/strong>135mg per serving<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-pros\">\n<ul>\n<li>NSF-certified formula <\/li>\n<li>Contains magnesium, creatine, and electrolytes <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-cons\">\n<ul>\n<li>Includes some artificial flavors and coloring <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"pb-[20px] sm:pb-[35px] sm:flex justify-between\">\n<div class=\"w-full\">\n<figure class=\"block w-full wg-inline-shopable__figure p-0 m-0 mb-[25px]\"> <a data-vars-event=\"product image\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+plant-based%3A+Garden+of+Life%2C+Sport+Organic+Plant-Based+Energy%2BFocus+\" data-product-price-value=\"29\" data-vars-info=\"Best+plant-based%3A+Garden+of+Life%2C+Sport+Organic+Plant-Based+Energy%2BFocus+\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGarden-Life-Organic-Workout-BlackBerry%2Fdp%2FB01N9CTJET%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Garden-Life-Organic-Workout-BlackBerry\/dp\/B01N9CTJET?tag=wellandgood19-20\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Garden-Life-Organic-Workout-BlackBerry\/dp\/B01N9CTJET?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/garden-of-life.webp\" class=\"block w-full no-pin\" alt=\"garden of life energy+focus organic pre-workout powder\"\/> <\/a><figcaption class=\"text-center text-caption--article text-gray-light block mt-[10px]\"\/> <\/figure>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGarden-Life-Organic-Workout-BlackBerry%2Fdp%2FB01N9CTJET%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"wg-inline-shopable__subtitle-link\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+plant-based%3A+Garden+of+Life%2C+Sport+Organic+Plant-Based+Energy%2BFocus+\" data-product-price-value=\"29\" data-vars-event=\"product name\" data-vars-info=\"Best+plant-based%3A+Garden+of+Life%2C+Sport+Organic+Plant-Based+Energy%2BFocus+\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Garden-Life-Organic-Workout-BlackBerry\/dp\/B01N9CTJET?tag=wellandgood19-20\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Garden-Life-Organic-Workout-BlackBerry\/dp\/B01N9CTJET?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\"> <\/p>\n<p>Best plant-based: Garden of Life, Sport Organic Plant-Based Energy+Focus \u2014 $29.00<\/p>\n<p> <\/a> <\/p>\n<div class=\"text-big mb-[5px] wg-inline-shopable__content mt-[10px]\">\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a plant-based option, check out this USDA Organic-certified, gluten-free, and NSF-certified pick from Garden of Life. In addition to caffeine and vitamin B12, this formula relies on an organic nitric oxide blend that includes veggies like spinach, kale, and beets. However, this is one formula that does contain organic cane sugar for sweetness, and 11 grams is a decent amount for a supplement\u2014something to consider!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key ingredients: <\/strong>Vitamin B12, organic coffee fruit extract (caffeine), organic nitric oxide blend<\/p>\n<p><strong>Servings:<\/strong> 30<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caffeine:<\/strong> 85mg per serving<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-pros\">\n<ul>\n<li>Certified by NSF and USDA Organic <\/li>\n<li>Includes a blend of organic veggies <\/li>\n<li>Slightly less caffeine (may be a con for some) <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-cons\">\n<ul>\n<li>Higher sugar content than other picks on this list (although blackberry cherry flavor is sugar-free) <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"pb-[20px] sm:pb-[35px] sm:flex justify-between\">\n<div class=\"w-full\">\n<figure class=\"block w-full wg-inline-shopable__figure p-0 m-0 mb-[25px]\"> <a data-vars-event=\"product image\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+with+simple+ingredients%3A+Promix%2C+Pre-Workout\" data-product-price-value=\"33\" data-vars-info=\"Best+with+simple+ingredients%3A+Promix%2C+Pre-Workout\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSFD-1148051%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fpromixnutrition.com%252Fproducts%252Fpre-workout&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpromixnutrition.com%2Fproducts%2Fpre-workout\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpromixnutrition.com%2Fproducts%2Fpre-workout\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/promix-strawberry-pre_1000x.webp\" class=\"block w-full no-pin\" alt=\"a package of promix strawberry pre-workout\"\/> <\/a><figcaption class=\"text-center text-caption--article text-gray-light block mt-[10px]\"\/> <\/figure>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSFD-1148051%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fpromixnutrition.com%252Fproducts%252Fpre-workout&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"wg-inline-shopable__subtitle-link\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+with+simple+ingredients%3A+Promix%2C+Pre-Workout\" data-product-price-value=\"33\" data-vars-event=\"product name\" data-vars-info=\"Best+with+simple+ingredients%3A+Promix%2C+Pre-Workout\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpromixnutrition.com%2Fproducts%2Fpre-workout\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpromixnutrition.com%2Fproducts%2Fpre-workout\"> <\/p>\n<p>Best with simple ingredients: Promix, Pre-Workout \u2014 $33.00<\/p>\n<p> <\/a> <\/p>\n<div class=\"text-big mb-[5px] wg-inline-shopable__content mt-[10px]\">\n<p>Want a super simple formula with ingredients you can pronounce? Promix\u2019s vegan pre-workout focuses on natural ingredients like lemon extract, berries, and caffeine from green coffee beans. And, of course, it includes amino acids like beta-alanine, taurine, and l-tyrosine to help promote healthy muscle growth and recovery. It\u2019s available in a variety of flavors, like Raspberry Lemon, Cherry Lime, and Florida Orange\u2014there\u2019s even a <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSFD-1148051%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fpromixnutrition.com%252Fproducts%252Fpre-workout%253Fvariant%253D39995175829593&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/promixnutrition.com\/products\/pre-workout?variant=39995175829593\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpromixnutrition.com%2Fproducts%2Fpre-workout%3Fvariant%3D39995175829593\">caffeine-free version<\/a> of the Raspberry Lemon flavor.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key ingredients: <\/strong>Taurine, beta-alanine, l-tyrosine, vitamin B12, vitamin C, caffeine<\/p>\n<p><strong>Servings: <\/strong>30<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caffeine: <\/strong>200mg per serving<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-pros\">\n<ul>\n<li>Short ingredient list <\/li>\n<li>NSF-certified formula <\/li>\n<li>Caffeine-free option available <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-cons\">\n<ul>\n<li>No creatine, which may be a turnoff for some <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"pb-[20px] sm:pb-[35px] sm:flex justify-between\">\n<div class=\"w-full\">\n<figure class=\"block w-full wg-inline-shopable__figure p-0 m-0 mb-[25px]\"> <a data-vars-event=\"product image\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+hydrating%3A+Liquid+I.V.%2C+Energy+Multiplier+\" data-product-price-value=\"25\" data-vars-info=\"Best+hydrating%3A+Liquid+I.V.%2C+Energy+Multiplier+\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FLiquid-I-V-Multiplier-Super-Charged-Supplement%2Fdp%2FB0854MRV7W%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Liquid-I-V-Multiplier-Super-Charged-Supplement\/dp\/B0854MRV7W?tag=wellandgood19-20\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Liquid-I-V-Multiplier-Super-Charged-Supplement\/dp\/B0854MRV7W?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/liquid-IV-energy-multiplier_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\" class=\"block w-full no-pin\" alt=\"a package of liquid i.v. energy multiplier pre-workout powder\"\/> <\/a><figcaption class=\"text-center text-caption--article text-gray-light block mt-[10px]\"\/> <\/figure>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FLiquid-I-V-Multiplier-Super-Charged-Supplement%2Fdp%2FB0854MRV7W%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"wg-inline-shopable__subtitle-link\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+hydrating%3A+Liquid+I.V.%2C+Energy+Multiplier+\" data-product-price-value=\"25\" data-vars-event=\"product name\" data-vars-info=\"Best+hydrating%3A+Liquid+I.V.%2C+Energy+Multiplier+\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Liquid-I-V-Multiplier-Super-Charged-Supplement\/dp\/B0854MRV7W?tag=wellandgood19-20\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Liquid-I-V-Multiplier-Super-Charged-Supplement\/dp\/B0854MRV7W?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\"> <\/p>\n<p>Best hydrating: Liquid I.V., Energy Multiplier \u2014 $25.00<\/p>\n<p> <\/a> <\/p>\n<div class=\"text-big mb-[5px] wg-inline-shopable__content mt-[10px]\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re looking to workout, tackle a challenging work project, or simply enhance your focus overall, the Liquid I.V.\u2019s Energy Multiplier is a great option. The lemon ginger flavor uses matcha tea, while other flavors (like <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0B1L5W2FN%2F%3Ftag%3Dwgtrx12121-20%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.wellandgood.com%252Fbest-pre-workout-powders%252F%26asc_source%3Ddirect%26asc_campaign%3Dno-campaign&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0B1L5W2FN\/\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0B1L5W2FN\/?tag=wgtrx12121-20&amp;asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;asc_source=direct&amp;asc_campaign=no-campaign\">Yuzu Pineapple<\/a>) use coffee fruit extract. The caffeine-enhanced, single-serve packets contain L-theanine to calm nerves, effectively balancing out any potential for jitters. But that\u2019s not all: It\u2019s also chock-full of electrolytes, so it will hydrate you, too. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Our review:<\/strong> When <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/liquid-iv-preworkout\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/liquid-iv-preworkout\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">we tested this product<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we felt energized but not anxious, no longer plagued by dehydration headaches, capable of making it through an entire workout without feeling fatigued, and focused throughout. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key ingredients: <\/strong>Matcha tea, guayusa (another plant-based source of caffeine), vitamin B3, B5, B6 and B12<\/p>\n<p><strong>Servings: <\/strong>14<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caffeine: <\/strong>100mg per serving<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-pros\">\n<ul>\n<li>Hydrating formula <\/li>\n<li>Easy stick packs for on-the-go use <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-cons\">\n<ul>\n<li>Pricier per serving than some other picks on this list <\/li>\n<li>No amino acids <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"pb-[20px] sm:pb-[35px] sm:flex justify-between\">\n<div class=\"w-full\">\n<figure class=\"block w-full wg-inline-shopable__figure p-0 m-0 mb-[25px]\"> <a data-vars-event=\"product image\" data-vars-info=\"Writer%27s+pick%3A+Ghost%2C+Legend+Pre-Workout\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ghostlifestyle.com\/collections\/supplements\/products\/ghost-legend-blue-raspberry-1\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.ghostlifestyle.com\/collections\/supplements\/products\/ghost-legend-blue-raspberry-1\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/LegendV3BlueRaspberry.webp\" class=\"block w-full no-pin\" alt=\"ghost legend blue raspberry pre-workout\"\/> <\/a><figcaption class=\"text-center text-caption--article text-gray-light block mt-[10px]\"\/> <\/figure>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ghostlifestyle.com\/collections\/supplements\/products\/ghost-legend-blue-raspberry-1\" class=\"wg-inline-shopable__subtitle-link\" data-vars-event=\"product name\" data-vars-info=\"Writer%27s+pick%3A+Ghost%2C+Legend+Pre-Workout\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.ghostlifestyle.com\/collections\/supplements\/products\/ghost-legend-blue-raspberry-1\"> <\/p>\n<p>Writer&#8217;s pick: Ghost, Legend Pre-Workout \u2014 $45.00<\/p>\n<p> <\/a> <\/p>\n<div class=\"text-big mb-[5px] wg-inline-shopable__content mt-[10px]\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Between the brightly-colored packaging, delicious flavors, and nostalgic collabs, Ghost has made a name for itself in the world of supplements. The brand\u2019s Legend Pre-Workout\u2019s sugar-free formula is a favorite of writer Rebecca Norris. She says, \u201cAs someone who has tried a number of classic pre-workout powders, I find Ghost Legend Pre-Workout to be the most energizing without any jittery side effects. That\u2019s likely because the brand uses natural caffeine from coffee extract (albeit in large doses\u2014250 milligrams per scoop). The Blue Raspberry flavor is my favorite and even if I only use half or \u2154 of a scoop, I still feel adequately energized to absolutely crush a Whitney Simmons Alive Lift Workout.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key ingredients: <\/strong>Choline, amino acids l-citrulline and beta-alanine, caffeine<\/p>\n<p><strong>Servings: <\/strong>30<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caffeine: <\/strong>250mg per serving<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-pros\">\n<ul>\n<li>Higher caffeine for those who want it <\/li>\n<li>Fun, nostalgic flavor options <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-cons\">\n<ul>\n<li>Contains artificial flavoring <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"pb-[20px] sm:pb-[35px] sm:flex justify-between\">\n<div class=\"w-full\">\n<figure class=\"block w-full wg-inline-shopable__figure p-0 m-0 mb-[25px]\"> <a data-vars-event=\"product image\" data-vars-info=\"Best+highly+caffeinated%3A+1st+Phorm%2C+Project-1+Pre-Workout\" href=\"https:\/\/1stphorm.com\/collections\/pre-workout-energy\/products\/project-1\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/1stphorm.com\/collections\/pre-workout-energy\/products\/project-1\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/project-1-melon-berry_1800x1800.webp\" class=\"block w-full no-pin\" alt=\"1st phorm project 1 pre-workout powder\"\/> <\/a><figcaption class=\"text-center text-caption--article text-gray-light block mt-[10px]\"\/> <\/figure>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/1stphorm.com\/collections\/pre-workout-energy\/products\/project-1\" class=\"wg-inline-shopable__subtitle-link\" data-vars-event=\"product name\" data-vars-info=\"Best+highly+caffeinated%3A+1st+Phorm%2C+Project-1+Pre-Workout\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/1stphorm.com\/collections\/pre-workout-energy\/products\/project-1\"> <\/p>\n<p>Best highly caffeinated: 1st Phorm, Project-1 Pre-Workout \u2014 $55.00<\/p>\n<p> <\/a> <\/p>\n<div class=\"text-big mb-[5px] wg-inline-shopable__content mt-[10px]\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1st Phorm is another well-known supplement brand, and the Project-1 Ultimate Full Spectrum Performance Pre-Workout is one of their best sellers. It\u2019s is formulated with several sources of caffeine to increase energy and focus, as well as creatine and amino acids to enhance muscle pump and improve overall performance. That said, it has a whopping 300 milligrams of caffeine per serving, so you may want to start off with only a fraction of a scoop. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key ingredients: <\/strong>Creatine, caffeine, beta-alanine, l-theanine, beta-anhydrous (which aids hydration)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Servings:<\/strong> 20<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caffeine: <\/strong>300mg per serving<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-pros\">\n<ul>\n<li>Contains creatine <\/li>\n<li>While this particular formula isn\u2019t NSF certified, other 1st Phorm products are <\/li>\n<li>Beta-anhydrous aids hydration <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-cons\">\n<ul>\n<li>Caffeine may be too intense for some <\/li>\n<li>Manufactured in the same facility as wheat, soy, and dairy (if you\u2019re severely allergic) <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"pb-[20px] sm:pb-[35px] sm:flex justify-between\">\n<div class=\"w-full\">\n<figure class=\"block w-full wg-inline-shopable__figure p-0 m-0 mb-[25px]\"> <a data-vars-event=\"product image\" data-vars-info=\"Best+multi-purpose%3A+BetterDays%2C+BetterGreens+%28Caffeinated%29\" href=\"https:\/\/betterdaysco.com\/collections\/all-products\/products\/bettergreens-caffeinated\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/betterdaysco.com\/collections\/all-products\/products\/bettergreens-caffeinated\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/RESIZED-BetterDays-07775-scaled.webp\" class=\"block w-full no-pin\" alt=\"bettergreens caffeinated pre workout green powder\"\/> <\/a><figcaption class=\"text-center text-caption--article text-gray-light block mt-[10px]\"\/> <\/figure>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterdaysco.com\/collections\/all-products\/products\/bettergreens-caffeinated\" class=\"wg-inline-shopable__subtitle-link\" data-vars-event=\"product name\" data-vars-info=\"Best+multi-purpose%3A+BetterDays%2C+BetterGreens+%28Caffeinated%29\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/betterdaysco.com\/collections\/all-products\/products\/bettergreens-caffeinated\"> <\/p>\n<p>Best multi-purpose: BetterDays, BetterGreens (Caffeinated) \u2014 $53.00<\/p>\n<p> <\/a> <\/p>\n<div class=\"text-big mb-[5px] wg-inline-shopable__content mt-[10px]\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This caffeinated version of Better Days\u2019 BetterGreens supplement isn\u2019t <em>technically<\/em> a pre-workout powder\u2014but it works wonderfully as such. The single-serving sticks feature half of your daily serving of fruits and veggies, plus a modest 120 milligrams of caffeine. It also features an enzyme blend that aims to help digestion. When building your order you can select three different flavors to create a variety pack. There are lots to choose from, but the peach-limeade flavor is by far the best, IMHO.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key ingredients: <\/strong>Digestive enzyme blend, fruit and greens blends, caffeine, apple cider vinegar<\/p>\n<p><strong>Servings: <\/strong>30<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caffeine: <\/strong>120mg per serving<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-pros\">\n<ul>\n<li>Includes half your day\u2019s servings of fruits and veggies <\/li>\n<li>No artificial flavors or colorings <\/li>\n<li>Customizable with a variety of flavors to choose from <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-cons\">\n<ul>\n<li>Lacking amino acids and creatine <\/li>\n<li>Pricier option <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"pb-[20px] sm:pb-[35px] sm:flex justify-between\">\n<div class=\"w-full\">\n<figure class=\"block w-full wg-inline-shopable__figure p-0 m-0 mb-[25px]\"> <a data-vars-event=\"product image\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+flavor+options%3A+Bloom%2C+Pre-Workout\" data-product-price-value=\"40\" data-vars-info=\"Best+flavor+options%3A+Bloom%2C+Pre-Workout\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSFD-1148051%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fbloomnu.com%252Fproducts%252Fpreworkout&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fbloomnu.com%2Fproducts%2Fpreworkout\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fbloomnu.com%2Fproducts%2Fpreworkout\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pwo-berrypom-2.webp\" class=\"block w-full no-pin\" alt=\"a container of bloom pre workout on a pink background\"\/> <\/a><figcaption class=\"text-center text-caption--article text-gray-light block mt-[10px]\"\/> <\/figure>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSFD-1148051%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fbloomnu.com%252Fproducts%252Fpreworkout&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"wg-inline-shopable__subtitle-link\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+flavor+options%3A+Bloom%2C+Pre-Workout\" data-product-price-value=\"40\" data-vars-event=\"product name\" data-vars-info=\"Best+flavor+options%3A+Bloom%2C+Pre-Workout\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fbloomnu.com%2Fproducts%2Fpreworkout\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fbloomnu.com%2Fproducts%2Fpreworkout\"> <\/p>\n<p>Best flavor options: Bloom, Pre-Workout \u2014 $40.00<\/p>\n<p> <\/a> <\/p>\n<div class=\"text-big mb-[5px] wg-inline-shopable__content mt-[10px]\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloom Nutrition is specifically designed to boost energy without causing anxiety or jitters. It\u2019s formulated with ginseng and green tea leaf to offer a natural energy burst sans a sluggish crash down the line. Where the Original Pre-Workout (which features 80 milligrams of caffeine) is meant for low-intensity workouts and beginners, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSFD-1148051%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fbloomnu.com%252Fproducts%252Fhigh-energy-preworkout&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/bloomnu.com\/products\/high-energy-preworkout\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fbloomnu.com%2Fproducts%2Fhigh-energy-preworkout\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-Energy version<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (which features 225 milligrams of caffeine) is designed for HIIT workouts and intermediate to advanced gym-goers. Clean energy aside, the flavors are stellar, too\u2014particularly the raspberry lemonade option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key ingredients: <\/strong>Vitamin C, vitamins B6 and B12, beta-alanine, l-theanine, green tea extract, ginseng<\/p>\n<p><strong>Servings: <\/strong>40<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caffeine: <\/strong>80mg per serving<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-pros\">\n<ul>\n<li>Large variety of fun flavors <\/li>\n<li>No added sugars or artificial coloring <\/li>\n<li>High energy option available if 80mg caffeine per serving isn\u2019t enough <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"pb-[20px] sm:pb-[35px] sm:flex justify-between\">\n<div class=\"w-full\">\n<figure class=\"block w-full wg-inline-shopable__figure p-0 m-0 mb-[25px]\"> <a data-vars-event=\"product image\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+for+energy+and+endurance%3A+1UP+Nutrition%2C+1UP+Pre-Women\" data-product-price-value=\"56\" data-vars-info=\"Best+for+energy+and+endurance%3A+1UP+Nutrition%2C+1UP+Pre-Women\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSFD-1148051%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252F1upnutrition.com%252Fcollections%252Fbest-sellers%252Fproducts%252F1up-preworkout-women&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2F1upnutrition.com%2Fcollections%2Fbest-sellers%2Fproducts%2F1up-preworkout-women\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2F1upnutrition.com%2Fcollections%2Fbest-sellers%2Fproducts%2F1up-preworkout-women\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1UP-PRE-WOMEN-Blue-Raspberry_1024x1024.webp\" class=\"block w-full no-pin\" alt=\"1up pre-women pre-workout powder in blue raspberry\"\/> <\/a><figcaption class=\"text-center text-caption--article text-gray-light block mt-[10px]\"\/> <\/figure>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/leafgroup_ca5e0_wellgood?q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.skimresources.com%3Fid%3D104860X1561639%26xs%3D1%26xcust%3DSTMSFD-1148051%26url%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252F1upnutrition.com%252Fcollections%252Fbest-sellers%252Fproducts%252F1up-preworkout-women&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wellandgood.com%2Fbest-pre-workout-powders%2F&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"wg-inline-shopable__subtitle-link\" data-type=\"affiliateLink\" data-product-name=\"Best+for+energy+and+endurance%3A+1UP+Nutrition%2C+1UP+Pre-Women\" data-product-price-value=\"56\" data-vars-event=\"product name\" data-vars-info=\"Best+for+energy+and+endurance%3A+1UP+Nutrition%2C+1UP+Pre-Women\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2F1upnutrition.com%2Fcollections%2Fbest-sellers%2Fproducts%2F1up-preworkout-women\" data-aff-intermediate=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=104860X1561639&amp;xs=1&amp;xcust=STMSFD-1148051&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2F1upnutrition.com%2Fcollections%2Fbest-sellers%2Fproducts%2F1up-preworkout-women\"> <\/p>\n<p>Best for energy and endurance: 1UP Nutrition, 1UP Pre-Women \u2014 $56.00<\/p>\n<p> <\/a> <\/p>\n<div class=\"text-big mb-[5px] wg-inline-shopable__content mt-[10px]\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1Up Nutrition 1UP Pre-Women is beloved by many gym-goers for its all-in-one formula. It\u2019s designed to boost energy, focus, pump, and endurance, and openly showcases every ingredient in the mix (which isn\u2019t always the normal with traditional pre-workout brands). 1UP also lab tests all of their blends to ensure quality and accuracy. This powder features 250 milligrams of caffeine from green coffee beans, plus an energy boost from guarana and vitamin B9. For a strong pre-workout boost, the brand recommends taking half a scoop; for an intense boost, they recommend one. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key ingredients: <\/strong>Vitamins B3 (niacin) and B9 (folate), calcium, guarana seed extract, citrulline (an amino acid)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Servings: <\/strong>20-40 depending on your scoop preference<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caffeine: <\/strong>250mg per serving (for a full scoop)<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-shopable-cons\">\n<ul>\n<li>Priciest on this list <\/li>\n<li>Contains some artificial flavors <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Who Should (and Who Shouldn&#8217;t) Try a Pre-Workout Powder?<\/h2>\n<p>&#8220;I think anyone who&#8217;s looking for an extra boost, either during or in recovery, could benefit from a pre-workout,&#8221; says Phillips. However, she does note that those with a sensitivity to caffeine should be cautious. &#8220;While I haven&#8217;t tried them, I do believe there are a few caffeine-free options to explore.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Phillips also warns that large doses of the amino acid beta alanine has been known to cause a feeling of itchiness for some people. &#8220;Some love this sensation when it kicks in and some don&#8217;t,&#8221; she says. &#8220;So if the product you&#8217;re choosing has a high amount of this amino acid, I&#8217;d start with a smaller serving and go from there.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>If you have a medical condition, it&#8217;s important to speak to your doctor before trying a pre-workout. People who are pregnant or nursing should also hold off on using pre-workout supplements. And, regardless of whether you opt for a pre-workout powder or not, it&#8217;s always important to fuel (and hydrate!) before exercise. Try eating a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/pre-workout-snack\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/pre-workout-snack\/\">pre-workout snack<\/a> like a banana or whole wheat toast with nut butter an hour or two before your next workout to see how you feel.<\/p>\n<h2>Other things to consider before buying a pre-workout powder<\/h2>\n<h3>Your specific goals<\/h3>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re hoping to feel more energized in the gym or are aiming to build muscle, your specific goals should inform the pre-workout you choose. Not sure what those are? Speaking with a dietician or personal trainer can help.<\/p>\n<h3>Price<\/h3>\n<p>Our list features a wide range of prices, from $20 to $56 for 30 servings (at the time of publish). Take your budget into consideration and look at the full ingredient list to make sure you&#8217;re not paying more for ingredients that might not match your goals.<\/p>\n<h3>Your workout schedule<\/h3>\n<p>Because almost every pre-workout option contains caffeine, you&#8217;ll want to consider the time of day you tend to work out. If you like an early morning workout, kicking your day off with caffeinated pre-workout might be just what you need. If you&#8217;re an evening gym-goer, taking 200mg of caffeine mere hours before bedtime might take a toll on your sleep schedule.<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-thin post-citations mt-[40px] mb-[30px]\" data-module-init=\"main-2020\/post-citations\" data-module-immediate=\"true\">\n<hr class=\"!border-seafoam-dark mb-[24px]\"\/>\n<div class=\"post-citations-content flex flex-col gap-[24px]\">\n<p>Well+Good articles reference scientific, reliable, recent, robust studies to back up the information we share. You can trust us along your wellness journey.<\/p>\n<div>\n<ol class=\"!ml-[18px] !mt-0\">\n<li>\n              Jagim, Andrew R et al. \u201cCommon Ingredient Profiles of Multi-Ingredient Pre-Workout Supplements.\u201d\u00a0<i>Nutrients<\/i>\u00a0vol. 11,2 254. 24 Jan. 2019, doi:10.3390\/nu11020254            <\/li>\n<li>\n              Stratton, Matthew T et al. \u201cThe influence of caffeinated and non-caffeinated multi-ingredient pre-workout supplements on resistance exercise performance and subjective outcomes.\u201d\u00a0<i>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition<\/i>\u00a0vol. 19,1 126-149. 4 Apr. 2022, doi:10.1080\/15502783.2022.2060048            <\/li>\n<li>\n              Kaczka, Piotr et al. \u201cEffects of Pre-Workout Multi-Ingredient Supplement on Anaerobic Performance: Randomized Double-Blind Crossover Study.\u201d\u00a0<i>International journal of environmental research and public health<\/i>\u00a0vol. 17,21 8262. 9 Nov. 2020, doi:10.3390\/ijerph17218262            <\/li>\n<li>\n              Jackman, Sarah R et al. \u201cBranched-Chain Amino Acid Ingestion Stimulates Muscle Myofibrillar Protein Synthesis following Resistance Exercise in Humans.\u201d\u00a0<i>Frontiers in physiology<\/i>\u00a0vol. 8 390. 7 Jun. 2017, doi:10.3389\/fphys.2017.00390            <\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr class=\"!border-seafoam-dark mt-[24px]\"\/>\n  <\/div>\n<div class=\"disclaimers__after_content mb-[18px] mt-[16px] pt-[16px]\">\n<div class=\"relative mt-[8px] pt-[10px] pl-[0px]\">\n<p>\n            Our editors independently select these products. 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