Pre-Workouts

At EHPlabs, we use the highest quality ingredients and offer products at award-winning customer service, including the best pre-workout supplement range on the market, so you will be sure to find one that’s right for you!

NOT JUST A SUPPLEMENT STORE

At EHPlabs we are more than just a supplement company- we are the EHPlabs family, who bring together different athletes from across the globe, united through our common goal to inspire and connect with as many people as we can.

We are dedicated to researching and formulating the highest quality and most efficacious products to assist everyone with their health and fitness goals whilst maximizing their physical performance and recovery. The prefix 'EHP' stands for 'Empowered Human Potential', as we believe in 'empowerment through lifting others. As we empower others their potential becomes limitless.

Everything we do for our customers and community aims to lift others and provide the tools they need to succeed, together with offering the vital information in our Training + Advice section ​​to make healthier, informed choices and be self-sustaining after their initial experience with us.

BEST PRE-WORKOUT SUPPLEMENTS TO CHOOSE FROM

PRIDE is our strongest pre-workout, containing PentaffeineTM 5-stage energy that will leave you feeling energized without a crash. Formulated with L-Citrulline to help improve blood flow and increase arginine levels, resulting in improved performance. Pride also contains a unique blend of performance-boosting ingredients, including the 9 essential amino acids to assist with strength, mood, and muscle recovery. Utilizing Pride as a pre-workout drink can help you break through exercise fatigue, train to the max, and ensure you smash through each workout!

EHPlabs world renowned Oxyshred range can also be used as a pre-workout, especially for beginners and those who are also looking for additional shredding properties to achieve their fat loss goals. There are 3 forms of Oxyshred to choose from; Ultra, Non-stim and Hardcore. We also offer an Oxyshred Ultra Energy RTD, perfect for a pre-workout on the go, no shaker required!

Oxyshred Ultra Concentration is a scientifically researched shredding formula containing proven ingredients like L-carnitine to help promote fat loss, vitamin C to boost immunity and caffeine for the ultimate energy boost.

Oxyshred Non-Stim Ultra Concentration has been designed for anyone with a caffeine or stimulant intolerance, but still ticks all the boxes for those wanting to shred and reach their full potential!

Oxyshred Hardcore Concentration is similar to the original ultra-concentration formulation, a number of stimulants such as caffeine have been dialed up to assist with shredding with off-chart performance.

What is pre-workout?

A pre-workout powder is a multi-ingredient dietary supplement designed to boost energy and increase athletic performance. Amino acids, caffeine, creatine and artificial sweeteners are often included in pre-workout formulas, but the exact ingredients and quantities of these vary between brands.

Most pre-workouts are sold in a powdered form, similar to protein powder. However, there are also capsulated and RTD pre-workout drinks available.

What does pre-workout do?

A pre-workout supplement is designed to give you a boost of energy to help increase exercise performance. Most pre-workout supplements contain stimulants (such as caffeine) for an energy boost to help you train longer and harder during workouts.

How long does pre-workout last?

A good pre-workout will last anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours after you consume the supplement. This will vary depending on the stimulants and ingredients used.

A common side effect of most pre-workout supplements is the post-workout crash. At EHPlabs, we have looked at ways to overcome this which is why Pride contains Pentaffeine- a unique combination of stimulant ingredients to create a 5-stage steady release of energy to break through exercise fatigue without the downfall. Additionally, taurine and tyrosine have been added to our formulas to ensure there is no post-peak crash or loss of focus.

Is pre-workout bad?

It’s easy to find a pre-workout online, but it can be difficult to know which one is proven to be the most safe and effective. At EHPlabs, we always recommend carefully reading the label and checking the ingredients before using any supplement. It’s also worth speaking to a health professional before making significant lifestyle changes to ensure that you're making a choice which is right for you.

Is creatine a pre-workout?

Creatine plays a role in energy production and research suggests that supplementation can improve recovery time, muscle mass, strength and exercise performance. Whilst it may be used as a pre-workout, it is best to think of creatine and pre-workout as separate supplements. This is because creatine isn’t a multi-ingredient dietary formula, which is what is often most beneficial for optimal and long lasting energy.

That being said, creatine is best stacked with other supplements, including pre workouts for optimal performance and recovery benefits!

When should you take a pre-workout?

The best time to take a pre-workout supplement is around 20 to 30 minutes before you start your workout. This will allow your body time to digest and slowly start to feel the performance boosting ingredients kick in when you begin your training session. It will also help boost your concentration and focus during your workout.

Pride, Oxyshred Ultra and Hardcore are best taken in the morning or early afternoon to ensure you’ll sleep soundly at night. If you love to train at night, give Oxyshred non-stim a go!

To help your body recover from your training sessions, it’s also recommended to have a quick source of protein. This will help your body recover from the exertion and replenish your glycogen stores for optimal muscle recovery and growth. This is necessary to recover rapidly and ensure you’re getting the most out of your session. Isopept is our premium blend protein which is rapidly absorbed and nutrient-rich to help fuel and replenish fatigued muscles.

How long does pre-workout take to kick in?

Most pre-workouts take 15-30 minutes to kick in. However, this will vary depending on the ingredients used and the caffeine tolerance of each individual.

How much caffeine in pre-workout?

Most pre-workout supplements have a range of 100 mg to 300 mg of caffeine per serving. This is equivalent to about three cups of coffee which may be a alot for some. For this reason, at EHPlabs, we offer caffeine-free pre-workouts for those who are sensitive to caffeine but still want the stimulant effects of increased energy and optimized performance.