Vega Pre-Workout Review, Ingredients & Benefits of The Sport Energizer

What stood out to me about Vega Sport Pre-Workout Energizer, and made it different from other pre-workouts, is that it is made from healthy, natural, plant-based ingredients.

Of course, pre-workouts are designed to provide energy but I am often discouraged from using them due to the typically high amount of artificial ingredients...

Vega Sport, on the other hand, is made from entirely natural ingredients that you would (mostly) find in your everyday diet. What’s more, it is 100% vegan certified, gluten, dairy and soy free.

But that’s just the beginning.

Vega offers a wide range of healthy products to choose from, but this review will focus on Vega Sport Pre-Workout Energizer and how this natural pre-workout can enhance your performance.

Manufacturer - Vega

Vega was co-founded by Brendan Brazier, a professional triathlete, and Charles Chang. Brazier had experimented with different supplements and found that natural ingredients gave more of an edge to his performance.

Without natural products on the market, Brazier had to produce his own blend using real food ingredients and has since gone on to create great tasting products like the Vega Sport Energizer.

All of the products created by Vega are designed to be good for your body and mind as well as the Earth. They are sourced from Earthbound Farms and are Vegan certified, gluten-free, and free of artificial flavours or preservatives.

As mentioned, they offer a range of other supplements including the Vega Sport Sugar-Free Energizer and Vega Sport Premium Energizer. They also offer bars, snacks and shakes to keep you fueled up on natural energy.

Vega Sport Energizer Overview

The energy that this Energizer provides for your workout comes from the caffeine in green tea and yerba maté.

Both caffeine and other energy sources in this product are naturally sourced, which is good for your body and mind, such as brown rice syrup and organic palm.

One of the most important qualities of this product, and all of Vega’s products, is that it is vegan certified.

Being vegan can be a difficult diet to accommodate for, especially in the supplement world.

You will probably find that you are always checking products and ingredient listing to find any hidden animal products. 

Luckily, with these products you don’t have to worry about hidden ingredients as their company is built on supplying 100% plant-based options.

Main Features

  • Natural energy boost
  • Improves endurance
  • Improves mental focus
  • Vegan pre-workout
  • Ingredients sourced from Earthbound Farms
  • Gluten-free
  • Free of artificial flavours and conservatives
  • Two flavours

Nutritional Profile & Ingredients

For that essential energy boost, Vega Sport Pre-Workout Energizer contains 100mg of caffeine from natural green tea, which is equivalent to one cup of coffee. 

This is great if you are sensitive to caffeine as the natural ingredients and lower dosage are less likely to give you stomach pain or the jittery feeling which highly caffeinated products can sometimes cause.

vega sport energizer nutrition label

The most important thing about this product is that it does not contain artificial flavors, colors or sweeteners.

However, it does contain more sugar than artificial supplements with 12 grams. Even the sugar comes from natural brown rice syrup which improves the taste and provides the immediate energy boost you want with a pre-workout.

The manufacturers are also completely transparent about the natural ingredients they use because they have nothing to hide. You can find a breakdown of all the ingredients on the product label instead of a ‘proprietary blend’ which is often used to hide sketchy ingredients in other supplements.

Here's the full list of ingredients:

Benefits And Effectiveness

As well as a caffeine boost, you can expect a natural energy increase with this product thanks to the blend of plant-based ingredients.

Carbohydrates (16g)

Instead of giving you an artificial kick from stimulants and a high dose of caffeine, Vega Sport Pre-Workout utilizes natural energy from food sources. The carbohydrates in this product come from organic palm nectar and brown rice syrup.

Energy from carbohydrates is ideal for workouts because it aids endurance and stamina.

With caffeine and stimulants, you are likely to feel a crash after that initial energy boost has worn off. Whereas the energy in this product keeps you going throughout your workout.

Caffeine (100mg)

The caffeine, and initial energy kick, is supplied by natural green tea and yerba maté. This means that you won’t experience the side effects of a heavy caffeine dose making this pre-workout a great option for anyone sensitive to caffeine.

Green tea is both a natural caffeine source and an antioxidant which helps to clean your body of toxins. It also contains L-Theanine which has been found to reduce stress and anxiety by affecting the levels of serotonin and dopamine in the brain, chemicals which alter your mood.

Yerba maté is also used to relieve mental and physical tiredness and is an entirely natural plant-based source of caffeine. It has been found to improve mood and treat depression, lower cholesterol, help with weak bones, relieve headache and joint pains, treat urinary tract infections and aid weight loss.

Sodium (60mg) and Potassium (90mg)

Potassium and sodium are electrolytes which improve hydration and keep nutrients flowing throughout the body, providing energy to your muscles more effectively. Although sodium is associated with higher blood pressure, potassium is used to lower blood pressure and decrease adverse side effects of sodium.

Sodium has also been found to help muscles contract and relax during exercise. This movement reduces the risk of injury and aids your workout. Potassium then stimulates blood flow to the muscles so that they receive energy more quickly.

Devil’s Claw Root (150mg)

devils claw root up close with white background

An interesting addition to this supplement is Devil’s Claw Root or harpagophytum procumbens. This is another plant-based ingredient which has been found to have several health benefits and is used for medicinal purposes.

Its main benefit is reducing inflammation, which is great for anyone who suffers from arthritis or other joint pains when exercising.

It has also been found to aid weight loss by suppressing the hormones which stimulate the feeling of hunger in the brain.

Flavor, Mixability & Consistency

The ideal serving amount for Vega Sport Pre-Workout is one portion with one cup, or 8 ounces, of water. It currently comes in two different flavours; Acai Berry and Lemon Lime.

Unfortunately, the flavour choice is quite limited compared to other pre-workouts.

Despite containing natural ingredients instead of artificial colours and flavours, many customers have found this pre-workout to be a tasty option, proving that you don’t need a lot of artificial additives to make a pre-workout taste good.

However, if you are used to sugary tasting products, the natural feel of this pre-workout might not be for you and other customers have argued that they do not like the natural taste at all. Some customers have also found that is does not combine well, leaving powder at the top.

The great thing about this pre-workout is that you can also order a single portion as a taster if you are not sure whether natural tasting powder is right for you or not. Customer reviews on taste are varied so whether you like it or not will depend on your preferences.

Vega Sport Side Effects

Of course, the greatest benefit of using a natural pre-workout is that you aren’t going to be experiencing the usual side effects associated with these kinds of supplements.

Some people experience jitters or headaches from high caffeine products. With Vega Sport Pre-Workout, the caffeine dosage is lower than other powders, like Pre JYM, and comes from entirely natural caffeine sources, reducing the risk of negative side effects.

The other ingredients are also natural and plant based so you are unlikely to experience stomach pains unless you are sensitive to a specific ingredient. All the ingredients are listed on the label so you know exactly what you are getting.

It is also free of dairy, gluten and soy so you don’t have to worry if you are intolerant to any of those common allergens. The lack of side effect inducing ingredients is a strong point for this pre-workout.

man sitting on workout bench in home gym under squat rack

Price & Buying Options

Vega Sport Pre-Workout Energizer is available on the Vega website. Here you can order a 30 serving tub for $42.99, which works out to $1.43 per serving. This is slightly on the pricier side for a pre-workout, but you are paying more for high quality natural products which have been sourced from ethical farms. 

The great thing about purchasing directly from the website is that you can order a one portion pack for just $1.99 USD if you want to try it out first.

Luckily, you can also find Vega Sport Pre-Workout on Amazon for $1.33 per serving for a 30 serving tub in Lemon Lime flavour. This is slightly cheaper than the product website price.

There is also the option to buy just 12 servings which works out to $2.50 per serving if you want to order less to start with.

Alternatives

In this review, we have analyzed the benefits of Vega Sport Pre-Workout Energizer but for anyone who is not persuaded or is looking for a heavier stimulant based option, we have comprised a list of worthy alternatives.

Pre JYM

With a huge caffeine boost of 300mg, which is equivalent to over three cups of coffee, Pre JYM is a very different kind of pre-workout. Despite having a much higher dose of caffeine, the ingredients in this pre-workout are also transparent and relatively healthy. It does contain more artificial ingredients compared to Vega Sport Pre-Workout but it also has a greater effect in terms of energy boost.

At $1.63 per serving, this pre-workout is at a similar price to Vega Sport Pre-Workout but has a very different breakdown in terms of ingredients. It also contains BCAAs so you effectively get a pre-workout and BCAA powder in one, something which Vega Sport is missing. Check out our full review to see more benefits of Pre JYM.

Organic Muscle Organic Pre-Workout

Available for $1.90 per serving for 20 servings, which is slightly more expensive than Vega Sport, Organic Muscle is another great vegan and natural pre-workout option to compare.

This pre-workout has been found to be very effective and contains slightly more caffeine than Vega Sport at 125mg, but still with vegan and natural ingredients sourced from Eco Friendly Farms.

Cellucor C4

For a cheaper option, Cellucor C4 is a very popular pre-workout. This product comes in at under $1 per serving, making it considerably cheaper than Vega Sport.

It contains a blend of ingredients which will give you a noticeable kick, including Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate (AAKG) which allows your liver to process nutrients and stimulates protein synthesis.

Pros and Cons of Vega Sport Pre-Workout Energizer

Pros:

  • Natural ingredients
  • Certified vegan, gluten-free, free from artificial sweeteners and flavours
  • Long lasting energy from carbohydrates
  • Energy boost from natural sugars and caffeine
  • Improves mental focus and stamina
  • 60 calories per serving

Cons:

  • Expensive
  • Contains more sugar than other pre-workouts
  • Some customers don’t like the natural taste
  • Does not contain BCAAs

Should You Get It?

Vega pre-workout is ideal for anyone who is vegan, doesn’t eat gluten or dairy, or is just generally concerned about clean eating. It is also ethically sourced so you can feel good about choosing the best pre-workout for your body and the planet.

For most people, the aim of taking a pre-workout is getting an energy boost that will improve your training, increase your reps, and enhance your stamina.

Many athletes would opt for a stimulant based pre-workout that is high in caffeine so they can feel that immediate energy boost...

With Vega Sport Pre-Workout Energizer, you will still experience a boost in energy but with one essential difference: you’ll get getting that boost purely from natural products.

Give Vega Sport Pre-Workout Energizer a try and let me know if you notice the difference!

Last Updated on November 24, 2019

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