Effects of a Pre-Workout Dietary Supplement on Training Adaptations

A number of nutritional strategies have been developed to optimize nutrient delivery prior to exercise. This includes providing carbohydrate and a number of ergogenic nutrients prior to, during and/or following exercise. As a result, a number of pre-workout supplements have been developed to increase energy availability, promote vasodilation and/or positively affect exercise capacity. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of ingesting a pre-workout dietary supplement during resistance training on training adaptations.

Inclusion criteria

• you are an apparently healthy and recreationally active male between the ages of 18 and 40.
• you will need to have at least six months immediate prior history of resistance training on the bench press and leg press or squat.

Exclusion criteria

• you have a history of treatment for metabolic disease (i.e., diabetes), hypertension, hypotension, thyroid disease, arrhythmia and/or cardiovascular disease;
• you are currently using prescription medications;
• you have an intolerance to caffeine and/or other natural stimulants;
• you have a history of smoking;
• you drink excessively (i.e., 12 drinks per week or more);