SCI-MX X-PLODE HARDCORE Review

SCI-MX X-PLODE HARDCORE is a pre-workout supplement i’ve been using, on and off, for over a month now.

SCI-MX seems to be gaining ground within the UK, with its range of pre-workout supplements, protein powders and protein bars. Gaining popularity, and available to the mainstream in supermarkets (or cheaper online using our SCI-MX Discount Codes), I thought I’d give my take on their pre-workout with a SCI-MAX XPLODE HARDCORE review.

If you’ve seen this sitting on your supermarket shelves, and want to know if it’s any good, read on to find out.

SCI-MX X-PLODE HARDCODE Overview

XPLODE HARDCORE Benefits

• Increased Focus
• Increased Energy
• High Intensity Muscle Pumps
• Long Last Muscle Pump
• No Crash
• Serving Size – 20 grams (2 scoops)
• Available in Orange & Blackcurrant Flavours

X-PLODE is one of the two pre-workout’s that SCI-MX offers. No matter how fancy a packaging a pre-workout comes in, or how ‘hardcore’ its name sounds, a Pre workout supplement’s effectiveness boils down to its ingredients. So lets start out with looking at the ingredients list for XPLODE HARDCORE by SCI-MX.

Similarly to the Raze Pre-Workout from The Protein Works, SCI-MX divulges the quantities of each ingredient used in X-PLODE HARDCORE.

I’m not a fan of companies hiding the quantities of ingredients behind a ‘proprietary blend’, as it equates to a game of guess who. Of course replacing cartoon selfies with ingredients.

Beta Alanaine, AKG and citruline malate are all key ingredients for enhancing the muscle pump when working out. Working in synergy with each other, and at these quantities, you will experience more intense, and prolonged muscle pump when training.

Whilst having a ‘pump’ doesn’t necessarily indicate the muscle is being trained with enough intensity to break it down, ready for it to grow back bigger and stronger. Training with a pump does flush the muscle with oxygenated blood and nutrients. This is good, as it will take nutrients to the muscle, fueling them for intense work.

The long and the short? A 1 way trip to gain city.

Each 2 scoop serving contains ample enough of each of these key ingredients.

Per serving, you’re also getting just short of 200 mg of caffeine, meaning that additional caffeine supplementation is not necessary. For those of us who hate drinking coffee, this is a huge score.

This ingredient list forms up the basis for a near perfect pre workout supplement.

Xplode Hardcore Serving & Nutrition Info

Each serving of XPLODE HARDCORE by SCI-MX is 2 scoops, which equates to 20 grams. Really, based on the ingredient dosage, you will never need to exceed 2 scoops. It is recommended to consume 30-45 minutes before a workout.

Less is more sometimes folks. (That’s what she said)

Per 20g serving:
Protein 13g
Carbs 5.6g
Fat 0g
Total Calories 75 kcal

In just one serving, you’re getting 13grams of protein, and just 5.6 grams of carbs. A very good ratio for a pre-workout supplement.

Effectiveness

From personal experience and usage, SCI-MX is one of the better pre workouts i’ve tried this year. Having reviewed many pre workout supplements, along with the many samples I obtained from the Body Power Expo, I can say that SCI-MX trounces many of its competitors.

I take mine anywhere between 30-40 minutes before I workout. Many people who have tried this particular pre workout (along with other pre workout supplements) experience a ‘tingling’. This is caused by beta alanine.

I’m one of the few people who does not suffer from this side effect. Sure sometimes I do get a slight tingle, but nothing to note. Some people judge the effectiveness of a pre-workout supplement based on the tingle feeling. This is just stupid.

The ‘tingle’ sensation does not indicate the effectiveness of the pre-workout. The only way to judge the effectiveness is through assessing how you feel during workouts compared to when you don’t take a pre workout.

I reserve my usage for when I feel the need for a pre workout. If im feeling fatigued, slugging, or a bit tired, i’ll drop 2 scoops in my water and drink it before I head to the gym.

By the time I get to the gym, im ready to go. I don’t feel any adverse side effects that would interfere with my workout.

From my usage, I feel a heightened level of focus, and a ‘flush’ of ‘clean energy’ so to speak.

On Chest/Bicep days when I take X-Plode Hardocre, my Biceps are pumped after my first working set, and this pump does not start to fade until a good 25-30 minutes after stepping foot out of the gym.

The benefits and effectiveness of course are all down to the solid ingredient list of X-PLODE HARDCORE. SCI-MX has certainly done their homework in putting together an excellent blend of ingredients to help get the most out of a workout.

Taste

SCI-MX XPLODE HARDCORE comes in 2 flavours, Blackcurrant and Orange. The orange flavour is what i’ve been using. Unlike many pre-workout supplements that taste artificial or ‘chemical’, XPLODE HARDCORE is a refreshing orange drink.

With other pre-workouts, I drink them almost as you would a shot of spirits. I put in the minimal amount of water, just enough so its liquid, and neck it. With the orange flavour of XPLODE HARDCORE I find myself mixing it with around 500 ml of water and drinking it like a regular drink.

It’s not the same as fresh breakfast orange juice. But it tastes damn good. Based on how good the orange flavour tastes, I’d definitely look forward to also trying the blackcurrant flavour.

Value

X-Plode Hardcore has a RRP of £32.99 for a 400g tub (20 servings). Don’t be a mug and by this in a supermarket though.

You can get it for £18.95 at Amazon.

You can also get it for cheap directly from SCI-MX using or SCI-MX Discount Codes. You can save 30% on your entire order. Get it from the SCI-MX Store here.

Based on a £18.95 price point, for 20 servings, that’s under £0.80 a serving. You seriously can’t afford to miss out on the enhanced pumps and increased focus you’ll get from this for under £0.80 a serving.

Verdict

In my usage and review of Xplore Hardcore, I would sum up the key points as:

• Enhanced Pump
• Longer Lasting Pumps
• Increased Focus
• Clean Energy
• No Crash
• No Adverse Side Effects
• Great, Refreshing Taste
• Value For Money

Don’t get me wrong, im not necessarily saying this is the best pre workout supplement available. I’m also not saying that taking this will enhance your gains by ten fold.

Without a proper diet, and intense workouts, no supplements will give you results. Its important to first sort out your diet before moving onto buying pre workout supplements.

What I am saying however, is that XPLODE HARDCORE from SCI-MX is a worthwhile addition to your supplement stack.

Id recommend trying this XPLODE HARDCORE, along with making it a permanent fixture as your pre-workout supplement.

Do yourself a favour and give the 400gram tub a try. For under £0.80 a serving, it will be some of the best money you’ve ever spent.

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