Essence of Hormes Quick Breakdown
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Essence of Hormes — The Science of Pump, Focus, and Energy
· by Alphaoutfitness
Introduction
Essence of Hormes is an evidence-based pre-workout built on three pillars: Pump, Focus, and Energy. Each scoop delivers clinical doses chosen to increase nitric oxide–driven blood-flow, sharpen mental performance, and power higher training output.
Pump — Maximizing Blood Flow & Performance
- L-Citrulline (10g, pure): Converts to L-arginine and elevates nitric oxide (NO) to enhance vasodilation, nutrient delivery, and working-set performance.
- Creatine Monohydrate (5g): Increases intramuscular phosphocreatine for faster ATP regeneration and strength/power gains over time.
- Betaine Anhydrous (3g): Osmolyte and methyl donor supporting strength, power, and cellular hydration.
- Malic Acid (3g): Krebs cycle intermediate paired with citrulline for endurance support and fatigue resistance.
In combination, these ingredients promote fuller pumps, higher rep quality, and sustained performance across repeated sets.
Focus — Nootropics for Laser-Sharp Training
- L-Tyrosine (2g): Precursor to dopamine and norepinephrine to support cognition and stress resilience during hard sessions.
- Alpha-GPC 50% (500mg, 250mg active choline): Elevates acetylcholine for mental clarity and mind-muscle connection.
- Huperzine A (40mg extract ≈ 400μg active): Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor that helps sustain acetylcholine signaling and sharpen focus.
Expect a calmer, more directed intensity—great for complex lifts, tempo control, and high-skill work.
Energy — Clean, Sustained Drive
Caffeine Anhydrous (250mg) sits in the sweet spot for most athletes—potent performance and alertness benefits with fewer jitters. Paired with the Focus matrix, it delivers steady drive and a clear head instead of a spike-and-crash.
How We Compare to Popular Pre-Workouts
| Formula | Citrulline (L-Cit eq.) | Creatine | Betaine | Tyrosine | Choline Source | Huperzine A | Caffeine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essence of Hormes | 10g (pure) | 5g | 3g | 2g | Alpha-GPC (500mg, 250mg active) | ~400μg active | 250 mg |
| Gorilla Mode* | ~9–10g (2 servings) | 5g | 2.5–3g | 1.5g | — | ~400μg | 350 mg |
| Ghost Legend (v4)* | 6g | — | 2.5g | 2g | VitaCholine (~lower potency) | — | 300 mg |
| Bucked Up* | ~4g (from 6g CM 2:1) | — | — | — | Alpha-GPC 200mg | — | 200 mg |
| C4 Original* | ~4g (from 6g CM 2:1) | — / nitrate variants | — | — | — | trace | 200 mg |
*Brand formulas vary by version/serving; always check labels.
How to Take
- When: About 30 minutes before training.
- New users: Start with ½ scoop to assess tolerance, then move to 1 scoop.
- Stacking: Compatible with creatine (already included), electrolytes, and can stack with other pump products or beta alanine if you want the tingles. Avoid additional high-stim products.
Quick FAQ
Why pure L-Citrulline instead of Citrulline Malate?
Pure L-Citrulline gives you the stated active dose without unknown malate ratios and with less acidity at higher servings.
Will I get “beta-alanine tingles”?
No—this formula omits beta-alanine to keep the feel clean and focused.
Is 250mg caffeine too much?
For most healthy adults it’s a strong but reasonable pre-workout dose, especially paired with focus-supporting nootropics.