When does pre-workout expire? | BODY

We’re sure you’ve been in this situation before: you search your pantry hoping for a boost of energy, only to realize that your pre-workout has expired. But a look at the container reveals that it appears to be fine. You smell it and it smells good. So you think: does pre-workout expire?

You don’t want to waste, but you’re also not sure if it’s worth rolling the dice… So what do you do?

How to know if the pre-workout has expired

Go ahead, hang up your detective hat. The best way to determine if your pre-workout has expired is by looking at the expiration date printed on the package, says Paul Falcone, MS, principal scientist at BODi. “These dates are established after testing to ensure the quality, potency and effectiveness of the product within that time frame,” says Falcone.

Additionally, discolored or clumpy pre-workout powder can also be a sign that it has been left out for too long and has gone bad.

Energize Beachbody PerformanceThe active ingredients are carefully formulated to help optimize sports performance.* Caffeine, beta-alanineand quercetin Works to help increase energy, delay fatigue, and maintain sharp focus.

However, the only way to ensure that you get the optimal benefits of Beachbody Performance Energize (or any other pre-workout supplement) is to consume it as directed and before its expiration date.

Can pre-workout go bad after mixing?

Although it is better allow some time between drinking before training and going to the gym (30 to 60 minutes is ideal), you should avoid preparing your pre-workout too far in advance. “We recommend drinking pre-workout immediately after mixing, or according to the instructions on the packaging of these products,” says Falcone.

Packages Energize Beachbody Performance (because they include a single serving and require no measuring), they make it easy to prepare your pre-workout anywhere there is a water source. Fair don’t forget your bottle!

What causes pre-workout to go wrong?

Almost everything that is intended to be consumed has a useful life. Dietary supplements, like an apple, are susceptible to air and moisture and will begin to break down over time.

Based on scientific testing, expiration dates offer the most accurate time frame for when it’s okay to take supplements. “Beachbody Performance Energize should maintain its quality as long as it is consumed within the expiration date indicated on the package,” says Falcone.

Is it okay to take expired pre-workout?

You’ve probably played with a expired product without experiencing any side effects. Maybe you took a risk with the yogurt. fair passed its sell-by date or, in a moment of desperation, warmed up that forgotten jar of spaghetti sauce that technically should have been eaten a couple of months ago.

While you lived to tell the tale, you probably should have thrown away the questionable object. The same rule applies to all supplements, including Energize Beachbody Performance.

“It is never a good idea to consume any product after its expiration date,” says Falcone.

How can you prevent pre-workout from going bad?

Preserving pre-workout freshness comes down to proper storage conditions. Use these tips to keep your pre-workout fresh.

1. Store it in its container

Energize Beachbody PerformanceThe packaging is designed for storage, so avoid transferring it (or any other Beachbody Performance Product) to a different container.

2. Stay cool

The shelf exposed to direct sunlight or on top of the oven is probably not the best place for your pre-workout. Instead, choose a cool, dry place like a closet or, if you have space, place it in the refrigerator.

3. Avoid humidity

Never use a wet spoon to measure your pre-workout and be careful with humidity. Some rooms, such as the bathroom, tend to have more humidity in the air. Find the driest space in your house to store the pre-workout.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.