Coffee before training - is it worth it?

Is using coffee before a workout really effective?

Coffee is primarily a rich source of caffeine - an active substance with valuable stimulating properties. Drinking coffee is recommended above all in cases of increasing psychophysical fatigue, which may be caused by, among others, intensive physical activity. This is why caffeine is an extremely common addition to supplements recommended for use before training. It provides stimulation of the nervous system, helps increase energy and maintains concentration and focus.

The caffeine in coffee can be helpful when losing weight and fighting excess fat accumulation. Why? Nutrition and supplementation experts point out that caffeine may support the reduction of excessive appetite and increase the metabolic rate. The latter property is particularly important because when combined with certain ingredients that have a thermogenic effect (e.g. black pepper extract or cayenne extract) it can lead to increased heat production, which in turn increases sweating. This is why caffeine is a frequent component of supplements known as fat burners, whose use before training can be valuable in shaping a slim body.

However, it is worth remembering that using coffee before training can have an adverse effect on the body. Especially in the context of the digestive system. Drinking coffee shortly before the planned physical activity may cause a number of symptoms, such as heartburn, stomach pain and a feeling of heaviness. It is then difficult to expect to perform training at full speed. This is why people with sensitive intestines should opt for other sources of caffeine such as green tea, guarana or yerba mate.

Pre-workout coffee and nutritional supplements

For many people, consuming coffee before a workout is not feasible due to its characteristic taste. Instead of battling against yourself, it is worth looking for an effective alternative, which will help you get the beneficial effects of caffeine without the slightest hindrance. One example is a dietary supplement by Olimp Sport Nutrition. Caffeine Kick is offered as handy capsules with an optimally determined portion of pure caffeine. The product enables easy supplementation and precise defining of portions according to individual needs, which helps to avoid the risk of over-stimulation of the nervous system.

KofAktin by Olimp Labs is an equally good option. This is a product available in the innovative form of stick sachets, which contain not only caffeine but also valuable vitamin B6 (contributing to maintaining correct energy metabolism and reducing the feeling of tiredness). Microencapsulated VitaShure® caffeine ensures an exceptionally effective effect and maintains the induced stimulation effect for a long time!