If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ll probably know I don’t take a lot of supplements. I’m pretty happy with a good protein powder (my favorite is from VitaLura Labs) and Magnesium L-Threonate.
When VitaLura Labs launched their range of pre-workout, I actually wasn’t convinced at first. But I quickly came around and now believe Vitalura Labs’ pre-workout is the best pre-workout you can get!
- Who are VitaLura Labs?
- What Makes VitaLura Labs Pre-workout so High Quality?
- Is Pre-workout Necessary?
- Which of the VitaLura Labs Pre-workouts is Best?
Who are VitaLura Labs?
While I have shared the full background of who VitaLura Labs are and who are behind them (Anna Victoria), you can find more details in this post where I reviewed their protein powders.
In a nutshell, VitaLura Labs is a company co-owned by fitness expert, personal trainer and influencer Anna Victoria and her husband Luca Ferretti. If you do not already know who Anna Victoria is, not only is she behind VitaLura Labs and their incredible and high-quality products, she is the creator and fact of the Fit Body app and program, formerly know as the Body Love app (which I have used for many years and highly recommend).
Another fact you should know is that pre-workout, and all the other products from VitaLura Labs, have been created in partnership wih experts such as Kylie Morse, RD (registered dietitian).
What Makes VitaLura Labs Pre-workout so High Quality?
Something that sets VitaLura Labs apart, and makes them really special in the industry, is that they get their pre-workout and protein powders tested and certified by a third party — NSF’s Content Certified certification program.
You may not know that companies that sell supplements are not actually required to do this. But because Anna Victoria wanted a product that everyone could trust, this certification was done despite it being at an extra cost to her and the company. This certification means that you can rest assured that the nutrition facts on the label are exactly what they say they are. And yes, that does mean that if you buy a product that hasn’t gone through this testing and certification, there is no guarantee you are getting what is stated on the label. Crazy, right?!
Additionally, VitaLura Labs’ pre-workout uses only natural flavors and sweeteners (and I didn’t personally get a funny after taste after drinking it), while many on the market are artificially flavored and sweetened. And they actually use two ingredients that are less common in pre-workout formulas specifically because they taste quite bitter on their own: Rhodiola and TeaCrine.
- However, both of these ingredients have strong bodies of research to support their effectiveness in improving exercise performance, unlike many ingredients in some other pre-workout formulas.
- TeaCrine is a compound similar to caffeine that is derived from tea leaves and provides a boost of energy, just like caffeine, without the crash!
- Rhodiola is said to support mental focus and fight fatigue, while L-Theanine (also included in the pre-workout formula) helps enhance mental clarity and support the effects of caffeine without the jitters.
- There are also electrolytes and Vitamin C present to support hydration and recovery during and after your workout.
VitaLura Labs chose to prioritize effectiveness as well as quality of these formulas while achieving a delicious, Italian-inspired taste and I can tell you that I really do feel the difference — but more on that and my personal thoughts at the end!
Is Pre-workout Necessary?
This is the question I know I will get asked! And as I always say, there really isn’t any supplement that is necessary. This is a personal question that will have a unique answer depending on your lifestyle, needs and goals.
For me, I feel like VitaLura Labs’ pre-workout has been a convenient and helpful supplement that has boosted my workouts and kept me energized without crashing. It is something I use and will continue to use. Here’s a great answer to this from Anna Victoria herself!
I feel similarly about protein powder — while there are many different protein sources you can choose from, protein powder (I like the chocolate flavor from VitaLura Labs best) is so convenient and a really easy way to get in extra protein.
Which of the VitaLura Labs Pre-workout is Best?
As mentioned in the introduction, I actually was not a fan of the pre-workout. I soon found out that it was because I hadn’t mixed the pre-workout properly or used the amount of water they recommended in a serving. Whoops!
Let me tell you that if you mix the pre-workout properly, and use approximately 8 ounces of cold water, this stuff is delicious. While the strawberry sorbetto flavor is good, my personal favorite is the limoncello. It’s not too sweet and has a good lime/lemon flavor to it (I like citrus a lot).
Flavor aside, what really impressed me, and has kept me using it is the fact that you can feel it working so fast and without an energy crash! Almost instantly (ok, it’s probably more like 5 minutes), I feel a sense of mental clarity and focus and I can honestly say I crush my workouts. While I do not use the pre-workout before every workout, I’ve found that I lean on it for those days where I am extra tired or I just feel blah and it really helps me push through. Sometimes, I even use it if I am not working out as a coffee replacement!
VitaLura Labs pre-workout is definitely Honestly Fitness approved and a great choice if you’re looking to either introduce one or if you’re looking for a better alternative to one you may already have. If you buy them via this link, you will automatically get free shipping! Alternatively, you can also just type the code HONESTLYFITNESS at checkout. If you try their pre-workout, or any of their products, I would love to know your thoughts!
Honestly yours,
Alice
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Disclaimer: An an ambassador for Anna Victoria and VitaLura Labs, I am certainly a big fan but rest assured that my thoughts are 100% my own. My experience with Anna Victoria and her workouts began well before I became an ambassador, and by the time she launched her range of products, we had both built up mutual respect and admiration for one another. Please know that I only ever endorse products and services that I truly love and use in my everyday life.
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