FAQs - Pre-Workout
I've never used pre-workout before. What do I need to know?
Our pre-workout is a blend that’s powered by natural superfood ingredients, like beetroot and tart cherry. The first time you use it, we recommend starting with a half-scoop. This will give you a chance to learn how much effect you feel from it. Then, ramp it up from there as desired. Some advanced users even use 2 scoops at a time.
Why does it cost more than some other pre-workouts?
The ingredients we use are not cheap. If you go to your local grocer and take a look at how much premium tart cherry juice costs, you’ll see what we mean. Using real food ingredients is not an easy route, but one that we are committed to because we believe it creates the best natural supplements. The price is a direct reflection of the quality of ingredients used.
Is Antidote Pre-Workout good for doing cardio?
Our founder, Olympic athlete Reese Hanneman, loves using our Antidote Pre-Workout for cardio-only workouts. The blend is very effective for helping your engine burn hot and clean. If you are doing hard cardio work for extended periods of time (greater than 45-60 mins), you will want to supplement with a carbohydrate as well.
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Why is it so bright red?
The red color of our pre-workout comes entirely from the beetroot and tart cherry. As you might have seen the last time you cooked with purple and red beets… the color is potent. The color of our pre-workout occurs entirely from these natural ingredients.
Does it give the tingly sensation that other pre-workouts have?
That tingly sensation, which pre-workout is famous for, comes from the beta alanine. It’s completely harmless, and some users love it while others would prefer not to have it. Our Pre-Workout does include a medium-low amount of Beta Alanine, because it’s so effective at buffering lactic acid and improving high-output endurance. If you feel this tingly sensation, don’t be alarmed; it’s harmless, and you know you’re getting the effects.
How does the taste compare to other pre-workouts?
People who are seeking a real, natural pre-workout love the smooth, fruity taste of our pre-workout. If you’re looking for that candy-like, fake-sweet flavor that has become common in the pre-workout world, you won’t find it with Antidote. There’s no Jolly Rancher, Sour Patch Kids, or Starburst flavor here. Since we use no artificial flavors or sweeteners, the flavor is a perfect balance of the sweetness and essence of the ingredients.
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Can I use more than one scoop?
Yes, you can. Our blend is designed with dosages that allow for double-scooping, if desired. Many of our advanced users use 1.5-2 scoops at a time. If you are considering this, just be aware that each scoop contains 150mg of caffeine, so 2 scoops brings it up to 300mg.
What makes your pre-workout different from others on the market?
First, is what we call our “hero” ingredients. We use natural, real plant based superfoods as the main workhorses in our pre-workout. Instead of chemical-based synthetic compounds that are difficult to pronounce as the main ingredients, we use nature’s proven superfoods like beetroot and tart cherry.
Second, our blend provides so much more than other pre-workouts. Antidote has a full multivitamin blend for all around health and immunity, a probiotic blend for gut health and digestion, and complete electrolyte blend (not just sodium).
Third, it is rigorously 3rd-party tested by Informed Sport, which assures that it is manufactured with the highest standards, contains no contaminants, and gives professional athletes the confidence to use it without ingesting any banned substances.
Does your pre-workout contain any sketchy chemicals or banned substances?
No. Antidote was founded because we wanted supplements without these things. If you take a look at the label of many of the most popular pre-workouts, you’ll see weird substances, chemicals, artificial ingredients, and subpar manufacturing methods. We are committed to making the highest quality, naturally powered supplements that are third party tested for purity. If you’re curious, look into Informed Sport to see that criteria that must be met to be certified by them, as we are.