A Supplement Expert's Honest Picks: Pre-Workout, Protein Powder & Creatine

Most supplements aren't giving you what the label promises. Certified trainer, nutrition coach and supplement tester Anthony O'Reilly breaks down what's actually worth buying. Julia sits down with Anthony, a former political journalist who has spent five years testing supplements (100+ protein powders, 75+ creatines). They cover the research-backed doses to look for in pre-workout, how to pick a protein powder that doesn't taste like chalk, why creatine monohydrate is the only kind you need, and how to tell if a brand's "third-party tested" claim is legit. Products discussed: Legion Pulse Pre-Workout: https://link.amazon/B0eltQ8T0 Naked Whey (unflavored): https://link.amazon/B05cxLvbV Myprotein Clear Whey (Blue Raspberry): https://link.amazon/B04bumlib Transparent Labs Protein Whey Protein: https://link.amazon/B0639Vuhs Premier Protein shakes: https://link.amazon/B0619tpyW Orgain Creatine: https://link.amazon/B0duy88q1 CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro 0:37 From political journalist to supplement tester 2:15 Working out the way you live life 4:04 Keep it simple: the 80/20 nutrition rule 5:37 Pre-workout: what actually matters 6:23 Caffeine: benefits and limits 8:12 Beta-alanine (and that itchy feeling) 9:55 Pick: Legion Pulse 12:58 Third-party testing and banned substances 15:24 Protein powder isn't just for gym bros 16:29 How much protein do you actually need? 18:17 Pick: Naked Whey 20:09 Pick: Myprotein Clear Whey 22:01 Pick: Transparent Labs 24:44 Pick: Premier Protein 26:08 Whey vs. vegan protein sources 28:53 What is creatine? 30:51 Should you mix creatine and coffee? 31:21 Creatine monohydrate vs. everything else 32:10 Anthony's favorite creatine 34:25 Are creatine gummies worth it? 36:34 Which third-party certifications to trust 38:55 Talk to your doctor before starting supplements 40:22 Final advice: keep it simple We may earn a commission if you use the affiliate links above to purchase; however, all recommendations are the expert's own. This video is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult your doctor before starting any supplement, especially if you have a pre-existing condition. Some links above are affiliate links; we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. #supplements #proteinpowder #creatine