ON Gold Standard Pre-Workout: 175 mg caffeine and 3.3 g creatine per scoop
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Pre-Workout is a powder you mix 15–30 minutes before training. One 10 g scoop gives 175 mg of caffeine, 3.3 g of creatine monohydrate, 1.6 g of beta-alanine, 750 mg of L-citrulline and 385 mg of L-tyrosine, plus B vitamins and vitamin D, at 10 calories. Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high-intensity exercise, and thiamin, niacin, B6, B12 and pantothenic acid contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism. The Gold Standard pre workout suits lifters who want a moderate caffeine dose and their daily creatine in one drink.
What’s in one scoop (10 g)
| Per scoop | Amount |
|---|---|
| Caffeine | 175 mg |
| Creatine monohydrate | 3.3 g |
| Beta-alanine | 1.6 g |
| Micronised L-citrulline | 750 mg |
| L-tyrosine | 385 mg |
| Vitamin D / B12 / B6 | 12.5 mcg / 10 mcg / 2 mg |
| Thiamin / niacin / pantothenic acid | 2 mg / 20 mg / 10 mg |
| Calories / carbohydrates | 10 / 3 g |
Also contains folate (200 mcg folic acid), calcium and sodium. Sweetened with sucralose and acesulfame-K; contains the colours Yellow 5 and Blue 2. Values are from the label shown in the gallery; check the label on your tub.
Who it suits
- Moderate stimulant users: 175 mg of caffeine, less than many high-stim pre-workouts.
- Strength and power training: 3.3 g of creatine per scoop, so no separate creatine is needed on training days.
- Calorie-conscious lifters: 10 calories per scoop.
How to use
Mix one scoop with 180–240 ml of cold water, stir or shake for 30 seconds, and drink it 15–30 minutes before training. Take one scoop at a time and don’t exceed the daily amount on the label. Each scoop has 175 mg of caffeine: count coffee, tea and energy drinks too, and avoid it late in the day. Not for under-18s, pregnancy or breastfeeding, or people sensitive to caffeine.
Size and flavours
300 g (11 oz) tub with 30 servings, in Fruit Punch, Watermelon Candy and Green Apple; the selector shows what’s in stock. More from Optimum Nutrition.
How to check your tub
- The seal under the lid is intact.
- Importer details are on a sticker or printed on the label; batch and expiry are printed on the tub.
- The supplement facts match this page (175 mg caffeine, 3.3 g creatine).
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Gold Standard Pre-Workout questions
How much caffeine is in Gold Standard Pre-Workout?
One 10 g scoop has 175 mg of caffeine, about two small cups of coffee. Count it with any other caffeine you have that day.
Does ON Gold Standard Pre-Workout contain creatine?
Yes. Each scoop has 3.3 g of creatine monohydrate. Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high-intensity exercise; the effect is seen with 3 g a day. If you already take creatine, count this scoop in your daily amount.
When should I take it?
Mix one scoop with 180–240 ml of cold water and drink it 15–30 minutes before training. Avoid it within about six hours of bedtime if caffeine affects your sleep.
Why do I feel tingling after taking it?
That is the 1.6 g of beta-alanine. The tingling is harmless and fades within an hour; it lessens as you get used to it.
Is it suitable for beginners?
175 mg of caffeine is moderate for a pre-workout. Beginners can start with half a scoop to see how they feel. Not for under-18s, pregnancy or breastfeeding, or people sensitive to caffeine. Food supplements don’t replace a varied diet. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, under 18, taking medication or have a medical condition, ask your doctor first.
Alan (verified owner) –
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