Caffeine is one of the most studied, proven performance enhancers in the world — used by fighters, runners, CrossFit athletes, powerlifters, and endurance pros. This is your science-backed guide to using coffee to maximize performance.

Benefits of Coffee for Athletes

• Stronger Workouts: Increases power output, endurance, and explosive strength.
• Faster Fat-Burning: Elevates adrenaline and helps mobilize fat for fuel during cardio.
• Improved Focus & Clarity: Sharper mind-muscle connection and reaction time.
• Delayed Fatigue: Reduces perceived exertion so workouts feel easier.

Best Time to Drink Coffee Before a Workout

Caffeine doesn’t hit instantly. For most people, the sweet spot is:

• Strength & power training: 30–45 minutes pre-workout
• Cardio: 20–30 minutes pre-workout
• LISS / walking: Anytime for gentle energy

Pro Tip: Use The Maxx or Charge for heavy lifts and HIIT. Use Rise or Focus for steady energy with fewer jitters.

Why Bodybuilders Drink Coffee

Coffee isn’t just a morning habit — it’s a performance tool:

• Stimulates the central nervous system for stronger muscle contractions.
• Boosts power output and training intensity.
• Enhances the pump via improved blood flow.
• Supports fat loss phases by increasing energy and focus in a calorie deficit.
• Helps maintain motivation and alertness even on low-carb or low-calorie days.

Coffee vs Pre-Workout

Many athletes are switching from traditional pre-workout powders to high-quality coffee:

• No artificial dyes or mystery ingredients.
• Smoother, more natural energy curve.
• Less crash compared to stim-heavy formulas.
• Can be tailored: light, medium, dark, hot, iced, espresso, cold brew.

Pre-workouts give you a quick spike. GRND Coffee is about clean, stable, repeatable performance.

Recommended GRND Blends for Training

• The Maxx (High Caffeine): Max strength and PR attempts.
• Charge (Performance Fuel): Clean pre-workout coffee for high-intensity days.
• Rise (Balanced Morning): Light training, cardio, and daily energy.
• Focus (Mental Clarity): Long sessions, skill work, and deep focus.
• Recover (Dark Roast): Post-workout or evening sipping when you want flavor first.

Dial in your pre-workout coffee routine.