Pre-workout

Pre-workout is a generic term for a range of bodybuilding supplement products used by athletes and weightlifters to enhance athletic performance.[1] Supplements are taken to increase endurance, energy, and focus during a workout.[1] Pre-workout supplements contain a variety of ingredients such as caffeine and creatine, differing by capsule or powder products.[2][3] The first pre-workout product entered the market in 1982, and since then the category has grown in use.[4] Some pre-workout products contain ingredients linked to adverse effects.[2] Although these products are not regulated, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns consumers to be cautious when consuming them.[5]

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  3. ^ Jagim AR, Harty PS, Camic CL (January 2019). "Common Ingredient Profiles of Multi-Ingredient Pre-Workout Supplements". Nutrients. 11 (2): 254. doi:10.3390/nu11020254. PMC 6413194. PMID 30678328.
  4. ^ Gugliotta G (2000-07-23). "Ephedra Lawsuits Show Big Increase". Washington Post. ISSN 0190-8286. Retrieved 2020-04-03.
  5. ^ Office of the Commissioner (2019-02-09). "FDA 101: Dietary Supplements". FDA.