Clumpy Pre-Workout | Is It Bad & How to Fix It

Bad night’s sleep but an early gym session planned? Pre-workout.

Aiming to hit a PB? Pre-workout.

Head not in it today? Pre-workout.

Pre-workout is the answer to many motivation and energy-based issues. So if it’s a bit clumpy is it still safe to use?

What is pre-workout?

The tried and tested way to take pre-workout is to mix it as a drink before working out. It aids energy and concentration for your gym session. It’s often packed full of highly researched ingredients that when used together can help take your workout to the next level.

What are the benefits of pre-workout?

  • Increased endurance performance and capacity
  • Increased concentration and alertness
  • Reduced tiredness and fatigue

Why is my pre-workout clumpy?

Your pre-workout might arrive and seem to be pretty clumpy. But fear not. You don’t need to hit up the customer services department. It’s actually totally normal.

Common pre-workout ingredients including L-Citrulline and glycerol are what are known as hydroscopic ingredients. In easy to understand terms, this basically means these ingredients draw moisture out of the air and can make the pre-workout powder stick together in clumps.

The extent to which you find your pre-workout clumps together can also be affected by the humidity in the factory it was produced in, or the humidity in the area where you live. The more moisture in the air, the more clumps your pre-workout is likely to have.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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