getting pumps on caffine???

[HOLLYWOOD]

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???

[Psychotron]

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

[HOLLYWOOD]

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

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???

[Ironman5151]

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.

[HOLLYWOOD]

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.

thats some good info! will caffine limit my results from creatine if i stay hydrated tho???

[Hypertrophy]

Yes, Caffeine has vasodilating properties. I get extremely vascular when I take it.

[HOLLYWOOD]

Yes, Caffeine has vasodilating properties. I get extremely vascular when I take it.

is that a yes to making creatine less effective or a yes to caffine does give you pumps???

[O.M.E.G.A]

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

[HOLLYWOOD]

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

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!

[O.M.E.G.A]

exactley

no problem

happy lifting!

[Hypertrophy]

is that a yes to making creatine less effective or a yes to caffine does give you pumps???

Yes to caffeine causing increased vascualrity/pumps. I have no idea about the interactions of these two chemicals, once they are inside your body.

[HOLLYWOOD]

Yes to caffeine causing increased vascualrity/pumps. I have no idea about the interactions of these two chemicals, once they are inside your body.

i take 200mg before i lift right now, if i were to bump it up to say 300mg would i get even better pumps???

[O.M.E.G.A]

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

[HOLLYWOOD]

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!

[O.M.E.G.A]

no prob

[Ironman5151]

The magazine said caffeine was a plus. Guess I should have listen. Going to pick me up some tommorrow though .

[HOLLYWOOD]

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???

[O.M.E.G.A]

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

[HOLLYWOOD]

sounds good thats the only time i ever have caffine in my day is pre-workout and i dont have it on off days!