Timing is important to align the peak effects of the ingredients with the start of your workout. Aim to drink your prepared serving about 20-30 minutes before you begin exercising. This allows time for the caffeine and other compounds to be absorbed and start taking effect. The tingling sensation from beta-alanine, if you experience it, typically begins within this window.
You can take it with a small, easily digestible pre-workout snack if you prefer not to train on an empty stomach, such as a banana or a rice cake. However, consuming it alongside or immediately after a large, heavy meal may slow down the absorption of key ingredients, potentially blunting the timing of the energizing and focusing effects. Since the powder is sugar-free, it shouldn't cause a rapid spike and crash in blood sugar.
Because it contains caffeine, avoid consuming additional caffeine from coffee, tea, or other supplements close to your intake time to prevent overstimulation. It's also advised not to use this product late in the evening if it interferes with your sleep.