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Do you get better pumps without full pre-workout?

MuscleHustle

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Does anyone here take citrulline malate alone instead of using a full pre-workout? I’m wondering if the pumps are better using it standalone. Much appreciate!
 
AlphaLifter

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Yes I’ve used citrulline malate on its own instead of a full pre-workout, especially when I want to keep things simple or avoid stimulants. In my experience, the pumps are often just as good compared to a full pre-workout, mainly because I can control the dose. I usually aim for around 6–8g of citrulline malate (or ~3–6g of L-citrulline) about 30–60 minutes before training.
 
LiftWithPurpose

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Yes bro i take it solo. pumps are decent, more consistent i think. just dont expect that stim kick like pre workouts
 
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