Why you shouldn't use pre-workout on Adderall (and what to use instead)
The Big Picture
The large amount of caffeine in pre-workout provides a spike in energy and focus perfect for the gym, but combining caffeine and ADHD medications like Adderall or Ritalin can put a dangerous strain your heart and nervous system. Those on stimulants should use different pre-workout's listed below.
In Depth
ADHD medications such as Adderall, Vyvanse, Ritalin, or Concerta can boost energy and focus while also increasing heart rate and blood pressure, so it is best to avoid also using pre-workout which contains large amounts of caffeine as this can lead to heart strain and intensify stress or existing anxiety disorders. Instead, try these two interventions to minimize risk. 1. Work out in the morning using the natural boost of your Adderall, skipping the caffeinated pre-workout. Working out in the morning saves having to energize with caffeine later in the day. 2. Switch to a SF (Stimulant-Free) pre-workout; this allows you to keep the benefits of the Nootropics and Vasodilators (like L-Citrulline or Beta-Alanine) for better blood flow and muscle endurance, without the dangers of extra caffeine.
