Caffeine Before a Workout
Erin Mellinger • November 27, 2023

Caffeine Before a Workout
There are many “pre-workout” drinks available on the market today. Almost all of these drinks contain high amounts of caffeine along with other ingredients that are supposed to support performance, fat burning and recovery. Along with pre-workout drinks, there are several other ways to get caffeine before a workout including coffee, tea and pop.
So, is drinking caffeine before a workout effective? And is it recommended?
Many studies suggest drinking caffeine 45-60 minutes before a workout does help you improve your performance, endurance, and calorie burn in the workout. In fact, caffeine has been extensively studied as an ergogenic acid, or performance enhancer, in both cardio and strength training. Its benefits may include:
• Increase calorie burn during and after your workout.
• Suppress the effect of perceived exertion while exercising.
• Enhance athletic performance in both strength and cardiovascular training.
• Enhanced focus during your workout.
• Increase energy during your workout.
However, with everything related to exercise, it is smart to exercise caution. Some people are more sensitive to caffeine than others, so you should start with a small dose of caffein to see how you feel. You should also avoid caffeine for at least a few hours before bedtime as it may disrupt your natural sleep cycle. If you want to try a pre-workout drink, be sure to read the label and the caffeine content. It may be way more caffeine than you need.
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