Giles G. E., et al. Differential cognitive effects of energy drink ingredients: caffeine, taurine, and glucose. Pharmacol Biochem Behav (2012). So let’s see if it can recapture the glory years under the scrutiny of my deliberately harsh supplement rating system in this comprehensive review!

BSN N.O Xplode (Explode) is designed to enhance muscle pump and endurance, allowing users to maximize their workout performance. The extent to which other pre-workouts provide similar benefits can vary. Flavour Options: Aminoacizi (L-arginină, clorhidrat de L-lizină, L-glicină, N-acetil-L-tirozină, taurină, L-fenilalanină), regulator de aciditate (acid citric, acid malic, bicarbonat de sodiu, acid tartric, bicarbonat de potasiu), aromă, creatină monohidrat, beta-alanină ca și CarnoSyn®, inozitol, betaină, bitartrat de colină, stabilizatori (fosfat de calciu, fosfat disodic), maltodextrină, oxid de magneziu, cofeină, amestec anti-cocoloaşe (oxid de siliciu), vitamine (acid L-ascorbic, D pantotenat de calciu, nicotinamidă, clorhidrat de tiamină, clorhidrat de piridoxină, pteroylmonoglutamic acetic, cianocobalamină, colecalciferol), complex de grapefruit bioflavonoide, îndulcitori (sucraloză, acesulfam K), extract din coji de struguri [Vitis vinifera], extract de sâmburi de struguri [Vitis vinifera] extract din Indian Goosberry [Phyllanthus Emblica, fruct], praf de spirulină, extract din piper negru [Piper nigrum, fruct]. Well, today we are going to find out because the legendary BSN NO-Xplode is going under the microscope! You see creatine is the best-selling bodybuilding supplement of all time (seriously), and it’s proven to create new muscle growth via increase reps per set, greater power output, and faster recovery speed. (9) BSN N.O.-XPLODE, like many other pre-workout supplements, contains a notable but unspecified amount of creatine monohydrate. While this is likely due to the long list of purported benefits of creatine, it is not known for its acute effects on performance specifically. The inclusion is welcome, but it probably shouldn’t replace a standalone creatine supplement.Source: Official Journal of the European Union – COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) No 432/2012 of 16 May 2012 establishing a list of permitted health claims made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children’s development and health. Ingredients To maximize every moment of your workout and achieve your best results, you need energy. Equally as important is to channel that energy, ensuring a mind-muscle connection.

Our Thermic Energy blend helps deliver explosive energy, enhancing your workout intensity from start to finish. Duncan M. J., et al. The effect of caffeine ingestion on mood state and bench press performance to failure. J Strength Cond Res (2011). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfgGfq1KoH8 Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: BSN NO Xplode Preworkout Review (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfgGfq1KoH8) BSN N.O.-XPLODE Pre-Workout Overall Food supplements are not to be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Do not exceed recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children. High caffeine content (300 mg/2 servings). hence, not recommended for children, pregnant, or breast-feeding women. Beta-alanine and niacin may cause a harmless, temporary tingling or flushing sensation. Legal Disclaimer

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Vitamin C 80 mg (100%*), Niacin 32 mg (200%*), Zinc 10 mg (101%*), Citrulline 6g, Beta-Alanine 3.2g, Caffeine 200mg, Choline Bitartrate 50mg, Panax notoginseng 50mg, Grapefruit Bioflavonoids 50mg, Piperine 5.0mg, Blue Raspberry flavour: Delicious flavour perfect for those that used to love a slush puppy raspberry flavour when we where a kid. Featuring a more concentrated formula (over 17% reduction in serving size) and advanced ingredient technology, N.O.-XPLODE has been re-engineered to help push you and your workout past previous limits. The only saving grace for NO-Xplode 3.0 is that it comes in a chunky 60 serving tub, but for the price you pay I say you’d be better off grabbing something like RedCon1 Total War instead.

Del Coso J., et al. Dose response effects of a caffeine-containing energy drink on muscle performance: a repeated measures design. J Int Soc Sports Nutr (2012). These days Pre workouts use a combinations of caffeine, amino acids, creatine and beta alanine to get the blood pumping to the muscles and to give you the right amount of energy and focus to drive through any workout. When we dig deeper into the formula we uncover even more missteps, such as the combination of caffeine and taurine (ingredients which are known to counteract each other and leave the trainee feeling sluggish) and the inclusion of an unproven creatine blend (creatine anhydrous) as opposed to the standard creatine monohydrate. It also contains less than 1 gram of citrulline malate which, considering a clinical dose is 6-8 grams, is as useful as air conditioning on a motorbike.Remember, no pre workout has EVER received a full 5 star review from me – this one got close, though.) Table of Contents BSN N.O Xplode (Explode) offers a wide range of flavours to cater to different preferences. The availability of flavour options may differ among other pre-workout supplements. Caffeine Content: Taurine is often touted for its ability to increase mental focus – and it works– but there’s a huge caveat: We don’t know how much taurine is included (cuz proprietary blend), but it’s probably around the 1 gram mark given that most other pre workouts which use it shoot for that number.