Q: What can I take for pre-workout energy?
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A: A cup of coffee can enhance your alertness and make for a more productive workout. However, some guys find that the amount of caffeine in coffee can make them jittery. In that case, you may want to switch to green tea. It has a lower dose of caffeine than coffee plus loads of antioxidants. If you don’t like caffeine at all, there are a few supplements on the market that may offer similar benefits without causing jitters:

Thiamine di (2-methyl-propionate) disulfide. Several studies report that thiamine may help improve mental focus and muscle endurance during intense exercise.

L-Tyrosine. This amino acid helps make the neurotransmitters that contribute to your body’s ability to develop speed and power, It may also help you activate more muscle during lifts.