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Bryony Firth-Bernard

What is pre-workout? How to use it, benefits and potential side effects

Man drinking pre-workout in the gym.

Whether the energy is lacking, or you’ve got a hardcore session that you need to smash, the best pre-workout can help. “Pre-workout supplements are designed and intended to enhance performance and 'energy' before exercise, and contain a mix of ingredients to help do so,” says Myprotein Nutritionist, Jamie Wright.

Just like creatine and protein powder, pre-workout is one of the most popular sports supplements on the market. But what are the benefits of pre-workout? How often should you take it, and when? More importantly, is pre-workout bad for you? 

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