Think about pre-workout drinks for a second. What comes to mind? A sparkling tub filled with a neon blue powder called “Blue Razz”. What chemical concoction of “give me the shakes” is that stuff, anyway?
Pre-workout does not have to be reserved for the fittest of the fit nor should you have to guess on any of the ingredients that you’re fueling your body with. After all, when you think about the amount of time and energy you invest in your health and well-being, shouldn’t it be equally as important to fuel yourself with the same integrity and discipline as you put into the physical work?
While we see a lot of pre-workout on the market on par with the above, there are luckily products, too that are more attuned to people like you and me that don’t need to rip a wall in half as part of our workout and are looking for a simple boost of energy without the seemingly inevitable crash. Dare I say...the crash is avoidable?
The 300mg, heavily reliant on chemical ingredient products, just isn’t a sustainable option for someone going to spin class, CrossFit or group HIIT class four days a week after a long day of work. The stress of daily life and the demands of your workouts are enough to tax the body and mind. Products loaded with the equivalent of 4.5 cups of coffee undoubtedly give you a quick boost of energy but send your body and mind into hyperdrive and drain your adrenal glands.
Your adrenal glands are the body’s supercomputers that help to control immunity, response to stress, and electrolyte balance among many other functions. We need them to function properly. Overstimulating and overworking these can lead to chronic fatigue and stress and throw the body totally out of whack; the exact opposite of what we want to help get us through our days and our workouts.
When you’re able to find a product that works for you, that offers sustained energy while delivering clean, functional ingredients it can serve as another tool in your arsenal to keep you on the path of your personal fitness journey, even on the days you’re just not feeling it.
There is a steady rise, both in offerings from companies and demand from consumers looking for products made from real ingredients and pre-workout is no exception. Consumers are looking for no added sugar, no preservative options with functionality front and center. On top of these things, we’re also seeing a rise in what are called adaptogens. Adaptogens are substances found in nature (mostly roots, herbs and mushrooms) that aid in curbing stress in our lives alongside improving focus, stamina and a sense of calmness and homeostasis. They are truly incredible substances that humans have used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine and have even been proven to improve the health of your adrenal glands among many other health benefits. To see them making a return is nothing short of awesome. They are miracle substances straight from the earth.
At NOOMA, we’ve set out to change the narrative and de-stigmatize the use of pre-workouts. When done right, we see it as a tool to help you achieve your goals. Our focus has always been on real, functional products that not only make you physically feel good but that you can feel good about putting into your body.
After really diving into research in wanting to develop a healthier option, we were impressed by the number of organic, real ingredients available that have been scientifically proven effective to increase energy, enhance cognition, help focus, and believe it or not, have the ability to curb the stress that often comes with over-stimulation and a heavy workload. We sourced some of the most beneficial adaptogens we could find and created a blend mixed with enough caffeine to elevate your workout, keeping you focused and motivated. The best part of all is every one of our ingredients is organically sourced from the earth. Our honest thought was, “Why do other companies not choose to use such clean, effective ingredients? It just makes sense.”
When you try our NOOMA Pre-Workout Energy Drink, you’ll feel great for your workout but just as importantly, feel good about what you’re putting into your body.
