Training booster

What are training boosters?

Training boosters are nutritional supplements taken before training that can increase your training performance and motivation. Pre-workout boosters are available in powder form to mix with water (and with flavor) or in capsule form for quick, easy consumption. Pre-workout boosters come in numerous varieties and different compositions, each promising a noticeable increase in motivation and increased performance. Some training boosters significantly increase focus, alertness, and concentration, while others improve the pump (expansion of the muscles/veins through nitric oxide, for example), allowing for more repetitions or increasing strength. Pre-workout boosters essentially ensure that you can train at high intensity and thus push yourself to your limits. There are also other subcategories such as gaming boosters and brain boosters, which support you in coping with everyday life by improving cognitive performance. Training boosters are usually made up of performance-enhancing ingredients. These provide an extra energy boost for your workouts. This effect can make you more efficient for a short time or provide certain advantages during training. The training booster is also called a pre-workout booster, which means that you take it before or during your workout.

What are the best training boosters?

To differentiate between these two, you have to consider your own goals. Finding the "best" pre-workout booster is almost impossible, as everyone reacts differently to the effects of each booster. Some are looking for the booster with the hardest and most powerful effect in terms of focus and pump, the one that will send them into a real frenzy. Others, on the other hand, want to increase their training performance sensibly and consistently, in which case, for example, a scientifically sound booster with the most relevant ingredients in optimal dosages is the right choice.

Some people do not want to take additional stimulants due to daily caffeine consumption through coffee/tea or due to a late training rhythm (late in the evening, for example), in which case stimulant-free pump boosters are a good choice.

As you can see, it's difficult to simply ask "the best workout booster on the market." There are so many different features and preferences.

Which training booster is suitable for me?

This also depends, as already mentioned, on your personal goals or the reason for use. Here we list the most useful applications for different types of boosters:

• Lack of motivation and fatigue: Too tired and worn out to work out after a long day at work or university? No problem! Take a quick, stimulant-rich workout booster and get going. A booster with plenty of caffeine and other stimulants can work wonders.
• No increase in strength or no good pump effect: In this case, a pre-workout booster with effective and high-dose pumping agents and possibly additional creatine intake are suitable, if this is not taken.
• Low concentration and cognitive performance in everyday life: So-called nootropic substances such as Choline Bitartrate or Alpha GPC are suitable here.

What can you expect from a pre-workout booster?

Every booster is different and works differently. Anyone who has tried several training boosters can confirm this. The effects of a training booster usually kick in between 20 and 45 minutes after consumption. The first effect is usually alert focus, the initial fatigue disappears, and you notice that you're full of energy. Depending on the booster, you may also experience increased sweating and a pump effect. The full effect usually occurs within the first one or two workouts. Pre-workout boosters also stimulate the metabolism and provide an immediately improved training effect.

Benefits of a training booster

• more power in strength training
• more stamina (particularly interesting for endurance and fitness athletes)
• more pump (better blood circulation and more repetitions during training possible)
• better focus
• better performance in training

What exactly is a hardcore booster?

Training boosters are usually composed of performance-enhancing ingredients. Hardcore boosters contain a particularly strong mix of stimulants. These produce an extreme focus and concentration effect that appears like tunnel vision for many hours. Only experienced users should use such a booster.

What active ingredients are contained in a training booster?

Pre-workout boosters contain various formulas and compositions, but there are a few active ingredients that have found their way into most training boosters.

• Caffeine: An important ingredient is the active ingredient caffeine, as this psychoactive substance strongly stimulates the human nervous system. This increases concentration. Caffeine binds directly to the adenosine receptors in the tissue and blocks them. Adenosine acts as a neurotransmitter and sends a signal of fatigue. The less it is released, the more alert you are. Another benefit of caffeine is the release of adrenaline. This increases blood pressure and accelerates circulation. Premium booster products, such as those available on our website, contain the caffeine dose of two to three cups of black espresso.
• L-Arginine: To increase blood flow to the target muscles, L-arginine is used in good training boosters. This causes blood vessels to dilate, accelerating blood flow and creating a harder pump. Another benefit of L-arginine is its optimized nutrient supply. The increased pump effect makes the muscles appear fuller and more voluminous. This pump effect ensures more fun during training.
• L-Citrulline: L-Citrulline helps increase the pump during training. This dilates the veins and blood vessels. L-Citrulline is also known as L-Citrulline Malate. It ensures noticeably improved muscle performance, especially for strength athletes. Numerous products contain L-Citrulline Malate.
• Creatine: Pre-workout boosters also contain creatine monohydrate, a tasteless substance that is one of the most researched dietary supplements.
• Taurine: This ingredient is an aminoethanesulfonic acid. In combination with caffeine, taurine is said to have an additional performance-enhancing effect. Taurine also promotes energy production. Taurine also has a positive effect on the cardiovascular system. It also increases alertness.
• L-Tyrosine: L-tyrosine is used as a natural stimulant for the body. It is actually a non-essential amino acid. It stimulates the production of the thyroid hormone thyroxine and dopamine in the human body. Benefits include improved reaction time, reduced stress, and improved brain performance.
• Beta Alanine: Beta alanine is a non-essential amino acid that increases carnosine concentration in human muscles. One of its properties is the accelerated release of energy.
• BCAA: Some training boosters also contain so-called BCAAs (branched-chain amino acids). BCAAs consist of the three amino acids leucine, valine, and isoleucine. BCAAs promote muscle growth and prevent potential muscle breakdown. BCAAs in training boosters contribute to energy production. The BCAA amino acids in training boosters are primarily metabolized in the muscles, not in the liver. This indicates their extremely important function in supplying muscle energy. Generally, muscles should be supplied with these important amino acids through a regular intake of protein.

Correct dosage and intake of a training booster

If you're new to pre-workout boosters, you should proceed with caution. Work your way up to the dosage slowly and start with a small amount. Depending on the pre-workout product, half to one scoop is sufficient. Over time, you may build up a tolerance, and then you can increase the dosage. Always follow the manufacturer's recommended dosage on the respective product. Generally, the manufacturer's recommended dosage applies. Typically, this is 1 to 2 scoops per pre-workout shake, depending on the supplement. If you train in the evening, the dosage of the training booster should be lower. Tolerance levels to certain stimulants are lower in the evening. Your sleep quality could be negatively affected by a normal dose. This, however, would be counterproductive for your recovery phase. Furthermore, a 3-4 day break from taking the product is recommended from time to time. This way, you don't build up a tolerance to the training booster/stimulant. The level of tolerance varies from athlete to athlete, which in turn can depend on body weight, training experience or health status.

Reach a new level with training boosters

If you've reached a plateau in your current training level, our boosters can help you continue to progress in your workout. They allow you to maintain a high level of focus for a certain period of time, increase your explosive power, and provide you with a better nutrient supply through an increased pump. You approach your training session with extreme focus and maximize your full potential. This can create new muscle stimuli and generate muscle growth. Therefore, the question of whether training boosters can break through performance plateaus can be answered with a resounding yes.

Are there any side effects when taking training boosters?

Incompatible or overdosed ingredients

Not everyone tolerates all ingredients equally well. Colorings and sweeteners should be avoided—unfortunately, these are often used in the supplement industry. More harmful, however, are stimulants, some of which have even been banned for use in dietary supplements. DMAA, for example, is one of them.

Poor sleep rhythm

Caffeine makes you energized, and with that much energy, it's difficult to sleep. Therefore, consuming it before bedtime should be avoided at all costs.

Consequences of high booster consumption

If you take too much booster, you may experience dizziness, abdominal pain, fever, rapid heartbeat, and headaches. Other symptoms are possible, so it's important to ensure optimal intake.

Are training boosters suitable for beginners?

Our hardcore boosters for a perfect workout are composed of a wide variety of effective active ingredients. Depending on the pre-workout booster chosen, they contain high doses of caffeine, taurine, and other stimulants. These doses are significantly higher than you'd expect from a conventional energy drink, for example. Therefore, our training boosters are not for the faint of heart, and the recommended dosage is only suitable for beginners to a limited extent. As a beginner, you should therefore start with half a serving of most products. Additional ingredients in our workout boosters help you focus better, give you a tremendous pump, and experience a strength increase that allows you to train harder and more intensely than ever before. This is ensured by ingredients such as arginine, citrulline, tyrosine, and beta-alanine. All of these active ingredients are contained in high doses and are perfectly balanced with each other – for an incomparably tough and unforgettable workout that will truly push you forward!

Training boosters - difference between men and women?

Generally speaking, pre-workout boosters are unisex! Both men and women can safely use and benefit from this performance-enhancing supplement. The stimulants have exactly the same effects on the female body as they do on the supposedly stronger sex: Caffeine and tyrosine increase focus, L-arginine provides muscle pumps, and creatine increases strength! However, there are a few important points that female athletes should pay particular attention to when purchasing a training booster.

Avoid boosters containing DMAE

Dimethylaminoethanol, or DMAE for short, is a primary alcohol that is said to have a concentration-enhancing effect. However, women should steer clear of this substance. And for good reason: According to studies, DMAE is classified as potentially teratogenic. This means that this substance is associated with an increased risk of birth defects and deformities in unborn children.

Avoid boosters containing synephrine

Synephrine is an alkaloid found primarily in bitter orange and has earned a reputation as a weight-loss aid. However, its fat-reducing, metabolism-stimulating effects come at a high price—especially when combined with caffeine (!): nausea, panic attacks, elevated blood pressure, and cardiovascular problems—to name just a few. While synephrine makes sense in moderate doses (under 50mg) in pure fat-burning supplements, from a health perspective, it has no place in training boosters.

Adjust the booster dose to your body weight

The effectiveness of many ingredients typical of pre-workout supplements—especially caffeine—vary directly proportionally with the athlete's body weight. Or, to put it simply: the less you weigh, the more the caffeine "hit." Since supplement manufacturers' recommended dosages are generally based on the average athlete with a body weight of around 75 kilograms, it's recommended for women to start with less powder and gradually work their way up to the original dosage after a certain adjustment period.

If the training booster has no effect

With nutritional supplements, as with training boosters, it occasionally happens that the desired effect is not achieved. This generally happens very rarely. There are many reasons for this. The most common reason for a training booster not producing any effect is desensitization to various stimulants. Especially with caffeine, one of the most popular training booster ingredients, a habituation effect develops with regular consumption. Caffeine tolerance is a widespread phenomenon. Many coffee and tea drinkers are already familiar with this. However, a habituation effect can also occur with other stimulants in training boosters even if taken several times a week. For this reason, athletes recommend not using such training booster supplements daily.

Conclusion on training boosters

Training boosters can be very helpful in improving your training results and promoting muscle growth. Different training booster products contain various ingredients and stimulants. These provide a short-term increase in energy, strength, motivation, and even concentration. Training boosters can also help you achieve a tremendous muscle pump. A training booster can also help you stay motivated to train despite a stressful workday. Training boosters can help you achieve peak performance!

Which training boosters do we have in our range?

• Pre-workout booster
• Pump Booster
• Gaming Booster
• Nootropics