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hornsfan

2009-08-27 9:16 AM

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163

Houston

Subject: Energy Drinks

So anyone else besides me require an energy drink every morning? Usually only during the work week though.

Anyone know if the general energy drink hinder performance or anything. I will atleast say this, the energy drink that I drink is a "Low-carb" one.

Per serving: (2 servings per can)
cal 25
Total Carb 4g
Sugar 3g
Riboflavin 1.7 mg
Niacin 20 mg
V B6 2 mg
V B12 6mcg
Sodium 120mg
Protein 1g

Ginseng extract 200 mg
Energy blend 3000mg (Taurine, L-carnitine, caffeine, guarana, inositol, glucoronolactone, maltodextrin)

Anyone see anything that could be a performance hinderance?

moondawg14

2009-08-27 9:28 AM

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Master

2380

Beijing

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

hornsfan - 2009-08-26 10:16 AM So anyone else besides me require an energy drink every morning? Usually only during the work week though.

Anyone know if the general energy drink hinder performance or anything. I will atleast say this, the energy drink that I drink is a "Low-carb" one.

Per serving: (2 servings per can)
cal 25
Total Carb 4g
Sugar 3g
Riboflavin 1.7 mg
Niacin 20 mg
V B6 2 mg
V B12 6mcg
Sodium 120mg
Protein 1g

Ginseng extract 200 mg
Energy blend 3000mg (Taurine, L-carnitine, caffeine, guarana, inositol, glucoronolactone, maltodextrin)

Anyone see anything that could be a performance hinderance?

Why not take a B-complex (or whatever they're called) and have a cup of coffee? Probably alot cheaper.... and you get the anti-oxidants from the coffee. And the smell. And the coffee. mmmmmm........ coffee.

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Daremo

2009-08-27 9:31 AM

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Cycling Guru

15134

Fulton, MD

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

Or perhaps just a nice balanced breakfast???

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running2far

2009-08-27 9:36 AM

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over a barrier

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

I really value sleep so NO - I had a red bull when then first hit the US but nothing since...not a fan. I get 8-9 hrs of sleep a night and eat pretty quickly once I'm up for the day....

Unless you consider Coffee an energy drink = Oh h*ll yes! :-)

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hornsfan

2009-08-27 9:36 AM

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163

Houston

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

Okay I'll be the first to admit, energy drink has become a habit. I'm not sure if it even does anything. I will say though in the morning the cold (carbonatedesque) bubbles are nice.

Part of me is more concerned with what I will be like if I dont drink it.

Anyways, no one else drink energy drinks on a regular basis?

Edited by hornsfan 2009-08-27 9:36 AM

hornsfan

2009-08-27 9:37 AM

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163

Houston

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

running2far - 2009-08-27 9:36 AM I really value sleep so NO - I had a red bull when then first hit the US but nothing since...not a fan. I get 8-9 hrs of sleep a night and eat pretty quickly once I'm up for the day.... Unless you consider Coffee an energy drink = Oh h*ll yes! :-)

8-9 hours sleep...damn!

hornsfan

2009-08-27 9:40 AM

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163

Houston

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

Oh BTW I got a 4-pack of the FRS (Lance approved energy drink) It's okay. The orange flavor taste much better than the raspberry. It taste like orange juice to be honest. As far as the energy..... not quite sure. I'll say this I wasn't tried but I probably wasn't tried when i drank the drink.

Another FYI, drinking FRS before a ride does not make you any faster...

running2far

2009-08-27 9:51 AM

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over a barrier

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

hornsfan - 2009-08-27 9:37 AM

8-9 hours sleep...damn!

I turn into a pumpkin after 10pm (No kids/family)

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b2673ad

2009-08-27 10:24 AM

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Master

1286

Mt Pleasant, SC

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

Hello

SF Redbull during the week at work. 1 in the morning and maybe another at lunch. It does help me stay motivated to swim at night after work.

I drank a 12 oz SF RB prior to my first race. May have over juiced me for the swim but then again I did get 20 MPH average during the ride. Run still sucked.

Kevin

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nizzracer

2009-08-27 10:29 AM

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70	Subject: RE: Energy Drinks Total garbage and usually full of unhealthy sugars and other unnecessary fads that may have some effect on your training by affecting your overall health. Take a multivitamin and eat well. Have a cup of green tea.

Donto

2009-08-27 10:42 AM

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6582

Melbourne FL

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Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

Just coffee!

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axteraa

2009-08-27 11:00 AM

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Elite

7783

PEI, Canada

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

I get jumpy if I have more than one coffee in a day, I can't imagine what one of those energy drinks would do to me. I used to be a 5-6 large coffees/day guy until one day I decided I didn't want to live like that. Once I got over the initial week or so of headaches, I started sleeping better and feeling better in general. One of the best decisions I've ever made.

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briandelmo

2009-08-27 11:12 AM

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28	Subject: RE: Energy Drinks I usually drink about a 16oz one everyday after i ride or run. I used to drink about 2 24oz ones a day, but it was sky rocketing my heart rate. I dont really notice any difference in training besides the heart rate.

ras26

2009-08-27 11:14 AM

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622

Fulton

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

I'll admit it. I drink one maybe once a week. There's an Amp on my desk right now. :-( I know it's terrible, but I don't like coffee, and sometimes I just need a little something. I like to have something with a little flavor in the morning. Often I'll drink a G2. I can see how much sugar is in it, I understand it's junk calories, but it is very tasty.

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rventuri

2009-08-27 11:22 AM

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361

North Carolina Foothills

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

nizzracer - 2009-08-27 10:29 AM

Total garbage and usually full of unhealthy sugars and other unnecessary fads that may have some effect on your training by affecting your overall health. Take a multivitamin and eat well. Have a cup of green tea.

Couldn't agree more.

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jeng

2009-08-27 11:41 AM

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Vancouver, BC

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

I don't like the taste of coffee, so sometimes I drink one before a big race. I don't know if it helps, but it doesn't seem to hurt either.

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2009-08-27 11:42 AM

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SimilakChild

2009-08-27 12:36 PM

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40	Subject: RE: Energy Drinks No one here drinks 5hr. Energy? Mega-dose of B-Vits. and caffeine. Stuff works...

hornsfan

2009-08-27 12:52 PM

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Houston

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

SimilakChild - 2009-08-27 12:36 PM No one here drinks 5hr. Energy? Mega-dose of B-Vits. and caffeine.

Stuff works...

I save the 5hr Energy for emergencies. That stuff works and it taste good. if they started putting that in a 16 oz can...DANGEROUS!

JAYCT

2009-08-27 1:18 PM

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Master

1927

Guilford, CT

Subject: RE: Energy Drinks

SimilakChild - 2009-08-27 12:36 PM No one here drinks 5hr. Energy? Mega-dose of B-Vits. and caffeine.

Stuff works...

I drink 5hr energy before my morning workouts frequently. 4:10 wake-up, 4:12 5hr energy...it gets me going and I can get my workout. Coffee takes too damn long to mess around with and then drink. I really love coffee, but since it takes me at least 10 minutes to drink a hot coffee, I usually have one when I get to the office later in the morning at 9AM....I take in too much caffeine, but that's what I do and since you asked...

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aquagirl

2009-08-27 1:21 PM

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