If you are here with us, you probably know the benefits of adding caffeine to your training and racing program. We have a few tips for you to help you get the most out of this incredible supplement!
As always, please consult your doctor before starting a new supplementation protocol. These are suggestions and should not be taken as medical advice. Everyone responds differently to caffeine, and you should start small to assess your tolerance.
Most people find benefits from taking caffeine 30 minutes prior to their workout. This allows it to be absorbed through the gut and into your bloodstream so you can feel its effects. HOWEVER this is if you are consuming caffeine through a beverage. If you chew Speed Labs Gummies long enough, you will begin to absorb our nutrients sublingually (through your gums). So, try chewing your Speed Labs Gummies for longer than you would usually chew and see if you feel the difference!
Many people like to add caffeine during long workouts as well, and this can be beneficial. Just make sure you control your dose, stay hydrated, and fuel as necessary with easily digestible carbs. While caffeine helps, we need to get those calories and liquids in as well! For those really long workouts, you can add a few servings of Energy Gummies ;)
Along with the benefits of caffeine, there can be some drawbacks as well. Try not to take caffeine too late in the day, as it has a long half-life and can stick around in your body for a while. Many recommend avoiding caffeine 8 hours before bed time so that it does not disrupt your sleep.
We also build a tolerance to caffeine; the more we consume it, the more we need to have to feel its benefits. It is a good idea to cycle your caffeine intake; if you take recovery weeks those are a great time to cut down on, or completely eliminate, your caffeine intake. It only takes about a week to make you more sensitive to caffeine again! It can also be beneficial to cut back on caffeine during your taper, then supplementing with it on race day so you can get the maximum benefits and set that PR!