FOOD, TRAINING & EVERYDAY ROUTINES
Is honey a good pre-workout?
How honey provides carbohydrates, why sachets are handy and how to use STING before training.
By My Store Admin · Published
Honey is easy to carry, easy to eat and a source of carbohydrates. That makes it a practical option before a gym session, run or ride.
How honey provides energy
Honey contains glucose and fructose. Your body uses carbohydrates as fuel during exercise. How much you need depends on the length and intensity of your session, along with what you’ve already eaten.
Why use a sachet?
A sachet fits in a pocket or gym bag and keeps the serving easy to track. You can eat the honey straight from the pack or add it to breakfast before heading out.
Honey and caffeine in STING
STING combines NSW Manuka honey, tea-derived caffeine and Himalayan rock salt. Each 15g sachet contains 100mg caffeine and provides 48 calories.
Caffeine can help with alertness and exercise performance. Your response depends on your sensitivity, routine and the amount you take. Count STING alongside coffee, tea and other caffeine in your day.
How to take STING
Open one sachet, squeeze out the honey and rinse with a mouthful of water. You can also stir it into hot water or try one of our breakfast recipes. Follow the pack directions and do not consume more than two sachets per day.
STING contains caffeine and is not recommended for children, pregnant or lactating women, or people sensitive to caffeine. Read the nutrition information and warnings before use.
Further reading: the Australian Institute of Sport’s guides to sports foods and caffeine.
More about honey pre-workout
Compare natural pre-workout in Australia, carbohydrates and caffeine and honey sachets versus running gels. One STING sachet contains 11.925g carbohydrate and 100mg caffeine, according to the nutrition panel.
