Fun and Fitness: SuperPump250 could kick-start your workout

Creatine supplementation has been a scientifically proven "energy booster" for quite some time now. Therefore it is inevitable that creatine will be used for years to come in athletics.

The challenge for consumers is deciding which brand to purchase. The difference with the majority of creatine supplements nowadays is that they also include many stimulant ingredients that aren't typically in the ingredient list.

Gaspari Nutrition's SuperPump250 has built quite a following in the bodybuilding community. Part of the reason for this is SuperPump250's stimulant content, which becomes quite obvious upon taking it, since you will feel a sudden rush soon after taking a serving. The label itself won't tell you, but a bit of research shows that one serving of SuperPump250 contains roughly 100 mg of caffeine. Combine this with the taurine and several other undisclosed stimulant ingredients and you've got the makings of a true "upper" cocktail! (For this reason, those who suffer from anxiety or are sensitive to caffeine should also proceed with caution. These individuals may want to start off with half a serving and monitor their reactions.)

The product promotes significant increases in lean mass and strength. It causes rapid and measureable full body pumps. It triggers explosive energy and acute mental focus. The bottom line is that if you're excited to train, you will be overwhelmed with enthusiasm and energy after taking this supplement. Don't be surprised if you end up cleaning your entire room after your first few workouts due to the longevity of the high.

Gaspari Nutrition states that the effects become noticeably more potent over time with regular use. I would challenge that particular statement because, as with anything else we consume, our bodies adapt to substances over time and require increased amounts to achieve the desired effect. Several of my friends and I have found that we have needed to take more of the supplement or combine it with other potent products in order to maintain similar energy boosts. Regardless, once you start using the supplement, try a workout day without taking it, and you will notice a drastic difference in your energy and strength levels.

Where SuperPump250 and similar products really shine are those off-days where you are feeling lethargic. You will go from wanting to sit on the couch all day to wanting to lift the entire gym. This can be a bit of an issue since some people may develop a dependency on the product. Given that the product isn't cheap, it could put a hurt on your wallet in a big hurry. I recommend ordering online from bodybuilding.com in order to save upwards of $20.

The product may produce minor gastrointestinal issues in some users, earning it the alternate name "SuperDump," however, the new SuperPump 250 Max has been reformulated and apparently has solved many of these issues.

All in all, I have to give SuperPump250 two thumbs up amongst many other formidable creatine supplements. Most nutrition stores will offer samples for you to judge for yourself. Just make sure to order the product online or else you will be paying in the range of $50 per bottle. Also, be sure not to take such products too late at night, unless you want to be up playing Solitaire until 4 a.m.!