I've been doing research on pre-workout's for some time now, and I have repeatedly come across questions concerning pre-workout supplements for women. Are there any made specifically with women in mind? Or which one(s) would be better for a woman to take? So I starting asking women what they are currently using, and what they tend to look for in a product when choosing.
Their responses indicated that there is a bit more to it than I had expected. They generally seem to be much more "choosey" than their man friends. Many men will consume almost anything that's put infront of them, as long as someone has told them it works well. Women are more willing to invest their time into researching which ingredients they're taking in. And determining if a product is safe, or potentially harmful to their health.
The 5 Main Elements Women Look For:
1. Increase in energy and endurance
2. Low Calories
3. Great taste, mixes easy
4. Safe and clean ingredients without excessive stimulants
5. Clean, and safe with no side effects
I'm happy to report that most of the pre-workout supplements on the market today will fit these criteria. In fact, most are low calorie, and have little to no side effects. Really, women should have no problems using the same supplements that men do. The question you really need to be asking is, what are you using it for? Are you pumping iron? If so, your options are almost unlimited. For running, or cardio based exercise? You'll probably want to look for electrolyte blends, and endurance promoters like BCAA's. However, if something like tai chi, or yoga is what you're into...you'll probably want something else altogether. A stimulant free choice would probably serve you much better. Also, staying away from the supplements that produce that itchy/tingly sensation would probably be a good idea. I unfortunetly learned this the hard way after an unpleasant yoga workout.
In order to find out if a certain product mixes well, or tastes great - you will have to ask around. Be social, ask your friends, fellow gym members, or whoever. Review websites online are a good source for this as well.
With the recent controversy over the ingredient DMAA, (1, 3 dimethylamylamine) many, in fact most of the supplement companies have made very open and clear ingredient labels mandatory. This is excellent for us consumers as we don't have to worry about whats in a mystery "Proprietary Blend" anymore, and we now know that these products are being closely monitored for our (the consumers) safety and health.
Their responses indicated that there is a bit more to it than I had expected. They generally seem to be much more "choosey" than their man friends. Many men will consume almost anything that's put infront of them, as long as someone has told them it works well. Women are more willing to invest their time into researching which ingredients they're taking in. And determining if a product is safe, or potentially harmful to their health.
The 5 Main Elements Women Look For:
1. Increase in energy and endurance
2. Low Calories
3. Great taste, mixes easy
4. Safe and clean ingredients without excessive stimulants
5. Clean, and safe with no side effects
I'm happy to report that most of the pre-workout supplements on the market today will fit these criteria. In fact, most are low calorie, and have little to no side effects. Really, women should have no problems using the same supplements that men do. The question you really need to be asking is, what are you using it for? Are you pumping iron? If so, your options are almost unlimited. For running, or cardio based exercise? You'll probably want to look for electrolyte blends, and endurance promoters like BCAA's. However, if something like tai chi, or yoga is what you're into...you'll probably want something else altogether. A stimulant free choice would probably serve you much better. Also, staying away from the supplements that produce that itchy/tingly sensation would probably be a good idea. I unfortunetly learned this the hard way after an unpleasant yoga workout.
In order to find out if a certain product mixes well, or tastes great - you will have to ask around. Be social, ask your friends, fellow gym members, or whoever. Review websites online are a good source for this as well.
With the recent controversy over the ingredient DMAA, (1, 3 dimethylamylamine) many, in fact most of the supplement companies have made very open and clear ingredient labels mandatory. This is excellent for us consumers as we don't have to worry about whats in a mystery "Proprietary Blend" anymore, and we now know that these products are being closely monitored for our (the consumers) safety and health.
About the Author:
Want to find out more about Pre-Workout Supplements, then visit Mark Robinson's site on how to choose the best Stimulant Free Pre-Workout Supplement for your needs. As well as a list of the Non-Itchy kinds.
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