What to know about pre-workout powders

If you, like me, have a love/hate relationship with intense exercise, the idea that there could be a product to make your time in the gym maximally efficient probably sounds like a dream. Before I did any research, TikTok influencers had almost convinced me that the ticket was pre-workout supplements. These packaged powders typically contain at least a dozen ingredients, including amino acids, creatine, and caffeine, and are touted as a way to boost muscle function and energy.

But experts told me there are a number of reasons to proceed cautiously:

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