The amount of caffeine in N.O.-XPLODE™ cannot be disclosed due to the fact that it's part of one of the proprietary complexes that make up the complete N.O.-XPLODE™ formula, namely the Ener-Tropic Xplosion complex, which contains methylxanthine, a specific form of caffeine.

N.O.-XPLODE™ contains a patented Nutrient Suspension Matrix and Effersorb Delivery System, which is part of the product's absorption system. If you were to shake N.O.-XPLODE™ in a closed container (i.e. a shaker cup), pressure would build, potentially popping the top off the container. Though shaking does not cause any reaction, or de-grade the product, it does build up gas pressure in the container you shake it in, making for a potential dangerous situation if the lid pops. We recommend not shaking N.O.-XPLODE™ to mix it. Rather, simply mix the powder with the recommended amount water in a tall glass, and stir with a spoon. Within a few stirs, it will be perfectly mixed.

Given that fact that N.O.-XPLODE™ is carbonated, which is part of the absorption system, pre-mixing it may cause the carbonation to escape and the product to go "flat," much the same as would occur when opening a soda and leaving it out. This may lessen absorption of the product. Additionally, the creatine analogs contained in N.O.-XPLODE™ are only stable for so long. Thus, we recommend consuming N.O.-XPLODE™ within 15-20 minutes of mixing.

The maximum number of scoops of N.O.-XPLODE™ per day is 3. We do not suggest using more than this amount in a 24-hour period. If you do train twice per day, you may want to split up your servings of N.O.-XPLODE™ for the day. For your first workout, you may want to use 2 scoops and then 1 scoop for your second workout, or visa versa. This will allow you to use N.O.-XPLODE™ prior to each training session, without exceeding the maximum daily dose, as indicated on the label.

After 12 weeks of use, we recommend that you take a 4 week cycle off the product. The reason we suggest doing so is due to the fact that your body will eventually build a tolerance to the ingredients in the formula. When a tolerance develops, one has to consume more to get the same effect. Take coffee for example. Initially, an 8 ounce cup will give the average person a boost. As the days or weeks progress though, it may take more coffee to give the person that same increase in energy. Soon, he or she may need to consume 16 ounces to get the same effect. This is a tolerance that has built up to the caffeine in coffee. N.O.-XPLODE™ is similar. After 12 weeks of continued use, we recommend discontinuing for 4 weeks. This off cycle will help to eliminate the tolerance your body may develop as a result of using the product. This way, when you go back on, you should feel the same effects as you did when you first started using N.O.-XPLODE™.

Though it is not necessary to consume N.O.-XPLODE™ on non-training days, you can if you choose to. Some individuals use N.O.-XPLODE™ on non-training days for an energy boost and others do so as way to keep their daily creatine consumption up. However, it is not necessary for the product to be effective.

It's important to understand that N.O.-XPLODE™ contains caffeine, and every individual has a different sensitivity to caffeine. Some people are very sensitive to caffeine, others are not. When we refer to "assessing your tolerance," we mean with respect to caffeine. Simply start by using one scoop of N.O.-XPLODE™ the first time you use the product. From that initial serving, you can assess if you need to bump up to two to three scoops per serving. Some individuals find that one scoop is sufficient for increased energy, mental focus, strength, stamina and pumps, while others find that they need to bump up to two to three scoops. It really is individually dependent.

N.O.-XPLODE™, BSN's #1 selling extreme pre-training energy and performance igniter is the product that inspired the creation of ENDORUSH®. Using the incredible N.O.-XPLODE™ formulation as the base, ENDORUSH® was developed, merging the inclusion of groundbreaking energy and performance mediating ingredients with great taste. There are many similarities between the products. With ENDORUSH®, you will benefit from the same formulation base that is found in N.O.-XPLODE™, which works to increase blood flow, energy level, performance, mental focus, alertness, hydration and electrolyte replenishment. That said though, there are 3 major differences between the products; (1) ENDORUSH® is an ultra-premium energy and performance support beverage, available in a convenient ready-to-drink (RTD) form, whereas N.O.-XPLODE™ is available in powder form that you mix with water. (2) N.O.-XPLODE™ is an extreme pre-training energy and performance igniter, specifically designed to be taken prior to a workout, which allows an individual to train at the highest level of intensity possible, whereas ENDORUSH® can be taken any time an increase in energy, performance, alertness or focus is required (i.e. prior to a sporting event, or when studying for exams). (3) N.O.-XPLODE™ contains a patent-pending Muscle Volumizing Creatine Matrix™, which is not found in ENDORUSH®. This matrix is specifically designed to increase power, strength, stamina and muscular performance for intense training. For the college student cramming for midterms, or the busy business executive just trying to make it through the day, this complex is not necessary, and as such, has not been included in ENDORUSH®.

Yes, some Team BSN athletes do combine N.O.-XPLODE™ and ENDORUSH®, however that doesn't necessarily mean that you should. Each 4 ounce serving of ENDORUSH® is roughly equivalent to approximately 1 scoop of N.O.-XPLODE™, minus the Muscle Volumizing Creatine Matrix. The maximum number of N.O.-XPLODE™ scoops per day is 3. Depending on someone's tolerance to both products, an individual could theoretically use 4 ounces of ENDORUSH® and 2 scoops of N.O.-XPLODE™ or 8 ounces of ENDORUSH® and 1 scoop of N.O.-XPLODE™ in a given day; essentially giving this person the equivalent of 3 scoops of N.O.-XPLODE™. Team BSN athletes who mix the two products together, generally start with 4 ounces of ENDORUSH® and 1 scoop of N.O.-XPLODE™, as this combination yields more than enough energy, focus, strength, stamina, pumps and performance. Be advised though that this is a very advanced practice and should not be attempted by novice, or even intermediate trainers. Please be sure to absolutely assess individual tolerance and sensitivity to both products. We strongly suggest using one product at a time, separately and at different times, rather than combining them.

It's important to understand that ATRO-PHEX® and N.O.-XPLODE™ both contain over 20 individual compounds. That said, in order for your body to fully absorb and best utilize each of these compounds, separating these two products by at least two hours would be best. Also, please be advised that both products do contain caffeine. In addition to caffeine, N.O.-XPLODE™ also contains a potent vaso-dilator, L-arginine Alpha-Keto-Glutatarate, which acts to dilate, or open blood vessels. Though caffeine is known to be a vaso-constrictor, constricting blood vessels, N.O.-XPLODE™ contains an ingredient called Rutaecarpine (RC-NOS™), which acts to counter these constricting effects. However, it only does so for the amount of caffeine contained in N.O.-XPLODE™. If you were to consume an additional source of caffeine, say from ATRO-PHEX®, you may counter the vaso-dilating effects from N.O.-XPLODE™ and reduce the pump and ultimate workout performance enhancement you would experience. To alleviate this potential countering, again, we recommend separating the servings of these two products by at least two hours.

The combination of taking N.O.-XPLODE™ pre-training and CELLMASS® post-training is called the "bookend" approach to supplementation, which is a means to realizing the greatest gains in muscle size and strength. Your first bookend is N.O.-XPLODE™. Take it pre-workout for incredible energy, an outstanding mind-muscle connection, and amazing pumps and strength increases while you train. Post-workout (your second "bookend") and before bed you will take CELLMASS®. Your workouts stimulate muscle growth. CELLMASS® supports this process by promptly replenishing glutamine and creatine/phosphocreatine lost during exercise, and enhancing muscle cell volumization. To summarize, N.O.-XPLODE™ is a pre-workout performance and pump-enhancing formula, while CELLMASS® is a post-training/nighttime formula, which supports faster muscle repair and recovery, and, thereby, growth. Though both products do creatine analogs, they are very different formulas and serve different purposes. One is not better than the other, and they should be thought of as a combination, and not mutually exclusive.

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