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You can stop using over-processed pre-workout supplements
Some of the side effects included:
Anxiety
Nonstop jitters
Unfocused workouts
Having to run to the bathroom [ – … – ]
Pre-workout has not been part of my workout routine for some years now, and I enjoy it. You’ll never hear me say, “Dang…I sure do miss taking pre-workout supplements.”
However, I still miss out on that pump sometimes due to my non-stop-constantly-on-the-move lifestyle.
Hence, I could use a bit of help when I arrive at the gym with a low-energy body.
Three supplements I’ve found helpful in doing this include:
Apple Cider Vinegar
Amazing Grass Green Supplement
Black Coffee – without the sugar people
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Apple Cider Vinegar
If I need a little boost, I take one shot.
If I need an extra boost, I take two shots.
A shot = a top full for me.
I use organic mother apple cider vinegar and keep it refrigerated.
Amazing Grass Green Supplement
A scoop of this before my workout provides me with an extra boost of natural energy and some outstanding vitamins and nutrients.
On top of consuming raw veggies, I intake this supplement twice a day.
Black Coffee
I drink 12 ounces of coffee before or during my workout.
I also hydrate with water to avoid dehydration during and after my workout.
Drinking coffee during my workout has proven to be highly effective. It enhances my pump and improves my connection to my muscles, which ultimately helps me experience more productive workouts.
Natural Supplements Can Do The Job If Not Better
Between the three supplements, I don’t need pre-workout to experience a solid pump.
These improve blood flow, muscle connection, and overall workout routine.
The best part about these supplements is that they’re all-natural, have no adverse side effects, and I know what’s going on inside my body.
Many pre-workout supplements are unregulated and have countless additives, which is why so many people who take them experience adverse side effects.
Still Struggling With Energy?
If you try these supplements and find yourself still struggling with your energy levels, try a few more things:
Drink more H2o.
Clean up your diet.
Eat more raw veggies.
Sleep with the lights off.
Get more sleep – quality sleep.
Take more power naps throughout the day.
Decrease your workload as much as possible.
Eradicate time spent on pointless distractions.
Limit your exposure to social media and television.
Most of the time, your energy is directly related to diet and lifestyle.
Out of these two options, you should pinpoint simple changes you can integrate to improve your energy levels.
This content is for informational purposes only — not professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making any major decisions.