I just started taking a creatine-based pre-workout shake today. (Took one look at Stage 2 and decided I needed help!) It also has a good bit of caffeine and some other things that are supposed to boost your workout. I'll take it about 30-45 min before I lift. I was more awake at least, which is good.
One of my friends is on a thermogenic, mostly for the early-morning caffeine rush. But he says he always feels like he has a low-grade fever. (Probably does.)
I take glutamine, 20-30 g/day. I started taking it a few months ago, during my previous lifting plan. It seems to cut down on DOMS. I just throw a scoop in my shakes.
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