May 05, 2020

Why Aila to Energize Your Day

Natural Energy

I’ve spoken to many women who drink coffee before their workouts. This used to be me as well. I've experimented with pre-workout supplements, but didn't like the high amount of stimulants and caffeine, or the itchy feeling you get that comes from beta-alanine (an amino acid used to reduce the acid build up in your muscles) included in most formulas. Plus, a lot of them look like jet fuel. I wanted to create a better way to energize, whether it be for your workout or for your day. In this blog, I break down some ingredients included in Aila that make it a better alternative to coffee or pre-workout for women.

Coffee Replacement

We all know that caffeine in coffee is an energy-boosting ingredient. At Aila, we lean into matcha for our boost. With only 80-90 MG per serving of caffeine, our Matcha Superfood Blend is a more comfortable option for those who are caffeine sensitive.

Matcha itself also contains L-Theanine coupled with it’s caffeine. With the presence of L-Theanine, you’re more likely to experience a sustained, calm yet focused energy, vs. the peaks and crashes you can experience with caffeine from coffee or energy drinks.

Lastly, we couple our caffeine with B Vitamins, support improved cognitive focus and overall mood. No crashes here!

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Matcha Pre Workout

What is pre-workout exactly? Generally speaking, pre-workout formulas come in powdered form, that is taken before physical activity or a workout to increase overall energy and performance. Ingredients included in these supplements can help increase strength, endurance, and stamina. However, they are often high in caffeine - some coming in at over 250 MG per serving. Other ingredients added like beta-alanine for muscle endurance can often deliver an unpleasant tingly feeling in your skin upon consumption. And did we mention MOST pre-workout labels come with a warning on the back to not consume regularly for longer than three weeks!? Why buy a product you need to stop using after a certain time? Aila's Matcha Superfood Blend makes a great pre-workout boost, without all the risk. In addition to matcha, here are some of the benefits of the superfoods and vitamins in our blend for your workout: