it seems like when i take a 200mg caffine tab 30 min before i lift, i get a better pump, this make any sense to anyone???
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it seems like when i take a 200mg caffine tab 30 min before i lift, i get a better pump, this make any sense to anyone???
Thats how it works for me, i get way better pumps while taking 200mg caff 25mg ephedrine then i do with creatine. almost as good as when i took m1t
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Originally Posted by Psychotron
really eh, i didnt think taht could happen but now someone can back it up for me!
also will taking 200mg of caffine along with creatine pre-workout stop gains if i make sure to stay well hydrated???
This comes from my Flex Magazine:
Caffeine has been shown to act directly on muscles by triggering an increased calcium ion release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum. Traslation: in theory, this will lead to stronger muscle contraction and greater froce production by the muscle. Also a greater focus and productivity during workout, which all bodybuilders can benefit from. Recommendation is 200-400 milligrams consumed 45 mins prior to training. Look for products that contain caffeine anhydrous for best results.
I just summed up the article. Hope this helps.
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Originally Posted by Ironman5151
thats some good info! will caffine limit my results from creatine if i stay hydrated tho???
Yes, Caffeine has vasodilating properties. I get extremely vascular when I take it.
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Originally Posted by Hypertrophy
is that a yes to making creatine less effective or a yes to caffine does give you pumps???
I would argue that it may enhance creatine absorption
since caff stimulates the pancreas to release insulin and the insulin puts your body in an "absorptive" state
the only thing is the diuresis by the caffeine but that can be alleviated with increase H20 consumption
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Originally Posted by OMEGA
that sounds good! plus i have noticed that when i take 200mg of caffine before i lift, my workout is much better and more intense vs. no caffine at all!
exactley :)
no problem
happy lifting!
Yes to caffeine causing increased vascualrity/pumps. I have no idea about the interactions of these two chemicals, once they are inside your body.Quote:
Originally Posted by HOLLYWOOD
i take 200mg before i lift right now, if i were to bump it up to say 300mg would i get even better pumps???Quote:
Originally Posted by Hypertrophy
Holly wood more is not better with Caffeine
300 would be the max to take at one sitting any more would be over kill in my humble opinion
caffeine is to get you alert, help burn fat while you exercise, and to increase adrenalin
thats about it it not a "pump" product
more can be harmfull please use it sparingly
300 mgs is like 2-3 cups of strong coffee
ok i appreciate the concern thanks for looking out!Quote:
Originally Posted by OMEGA
no prob :)
The magazine said caffeine was a plus. Guess I should have listen. Going to pick me up some tommorrow though :).
i train 5on 2off, do you think that the 2 days off without caffine intake will allow my body every week to become more "sensitive" to it so i dont get used to the drug???
yes
if you dose it ONCE (just pre workout) per day you should be fine
its when you take more that the results become less
pronounced
sounds good thats the only time i ever have caffine in my day is pre-workout and i dont have it on off days!