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Caffeine Anhydrous

Pre-Workout · Evidence: Strong · Importance: Moderate

Dehydrated caffeine powder — the standard, well-dosed stimulant in pre-workouts.

Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.

What the evidence says

One of the best-supported ergogenic aids for strength, power, and endurance.

Typical dose & timing

Dose: ~3–6 mg/kg bodyweight pre-workout; keep total under ~400 mg/day for most adults.

Timing: 30–60 min pre-workout; avoid within ~8 hrs of sleep.

Role in a stack

Primary stimulant.

Redundancy check: Don’t stack multiple caffeine sources unknowingly.

Cautions & safety

Easy to overdose from powders — measure carefully. Anxiety, insomnia, and jitters at high doses.

Bulk powder is potent — never eyeball it. Educational only.

Best for

energy · focus · performance · endurance

Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.