Supplements Athletes Should Avoid: BCAAs, Energy Drinks & More Wastes of Money

23/10/2025 20 min

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Most athletes think supplements are the shortcut to getting bigger, faster, stronger, but most of them are a waste of money… and some are dangerous.In this episode, Nick breaks down the supplement industry myths, the ones you should avoid, and the few that are actually worth considering.If you’ve ever taken something you saw on TikTok, bought a “mass gainer,” or grabbed a pre-workout after school, this one’s for you.What You’ll LearnThe truth about energy drinks, pre-workouts, and “testosterone boosters”Why BCAAs are one of the most overrated supplements in sportsWhat “third-party tested” really means (and why it matters for your eligibility)The supplements that are actually backed by scienceThe three questions every athlete should ask before buying anythingWhat’s the worst supplement you’ve ever tried or almost bought?Follow NickInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/nicklemkerd⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nicklemkerd⁠Twitter/X: ⁠https://twitter.com/nicklemkerd

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