About the Product
Cellucor's C4 Original is one of the world's best-selling and most recognised pre-workouts, with over a decade of presence in the sports nutrition market and billions of doses consumed globally. The current formula combines patented and clinically studied ingredients in an energy, endurance, muscle pump, and cognitive focus profile accessible to users of all experience levels. Each serving (~6g) provides 200mg of Anhydrous Caffeine for explosive energy, 2g of CarnoSyn® Beta-Alanine for muscle endurance, Creatine Nitrate NO3-T® for simultaneous strength and muscle pump, L-Citrulline + L-Arginine for nitric oxide production, PeptiPump® (bioactive lentil peptides developed with artificial intelligence, exclusive to C4) for performance support, Huperzine-A for cognitive focus, and vitamins B6, B9, and B12 for energy metabolism. Zero sugars, zero calories. Available in a wide range of flavours.
Benefits
200mg Anhydrous Caffeine for explosive energy and high-intensity focus: Anhydrous caffeine is the fastest and most consistently absorbed form of caffeine, reaching peak plasma levels 45 to 60 minutes after ingestion. With 200mg per dose, C4 Original delivers significant adrenergic stimulation with proven increases in energy, alertness, cognitive focus, and aerobic and strength physical performance. The 200mg dose is suitable for most adults with moderate to high caffeine tolerance, without the adverse effects often associated with very high doses of maximum stimulation pre-workouts.
CarnoSyn® Beta-Alanine (2g) for muscle endurance and combatting acidosis: CarnoSyn® is the patented form of Beta-Alanine with over 55 published clinical studies, being the limiting precursor for muscle carnosine synthesis, the main intracellular buffer that neutralises acidosis during high-intensity exercise. With 2g per dose and continued daily use, C4 Original contributes to the progressive increase in muscle carnosine levels, improving endurance in anaerobic exercise, reducing muscle fatigue, and allowing more repetitions per set. The tingling sensation on the skin (paresthesia) is a temporary and harmless effect characteristic of Beta-Alanine.
Creatine Nitrate NO3-T® for simultaneous strength and muscle pump: Creatine Nitrate (NO3-T®) is a patented form of creatine linked to a nitrate group, offering two distinct functional advantages in a single ingredient. The creatine component increases muscle phosphocreatine stores to support ATP resynthesis during short-burst explosive efforts, improving strength and power. The nitrate component is reduced to nitric oxide (NO) in the body, producing vasodilation and an additional muscle pump. The combination of creatine and nitrates in a single patented salt also has the advantage of significantly higher water solubility than conventional creatine monohydrate, reducing dissolution problems and gastrointestinal discomfort associated with high doses of creatine.
L-Citrulline + L-Arginine for nitric oxide production and vascular pump: The combination of L-Citrulline (which is efficiently converted to L-Arginine in the kidneys) with direct L-Arginine covers two substrate availability pathways for the nitric oxide synthase (NOS) enzyme, maximising NO production and peripheral vasodilation. The result is increased blood flow to active muscles, improved oxygen and nutrient delivery, and a more pronounced muscle pump throughout the entire training session.
PeptiPump® for performance support with artificial intelligence technology: PeptiPump® is an innovative and exclusive C4 ingredient, developed by the company Nuritas using artificial intelligence to identify and isolate specific bioactive peptides from lentil proteins with properties that support physical performance. It is the first sports supplement ingredient developed using AI for bioactive molecule identification, representing an exclusive technological differentiator for the C4 portfolio.
Huperzine-A for cognitive focus and mind-muscle connection: Huperzine-A is a natural alkaloid that inhibits acetylcholinesterase, prolonging and amplifying the effect of acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction. In combination with caffeine, Huperzine-A enhances cognitive focus, concentration, and the quality of the mind-muscle connection during strength and hypertrophy training.
Vitamins B6, B9, and B12 for energy metabolism and fatigue reduction: The C4 Original B-vitamin complex supports normal energy metabolism and contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, as recognised by EFSA, complementing the ergogenic effects of the main active ingredients.
Zero sugars, zero calories, exceptional flavours: C4 Original is formulated without sugars and calories, making it suitable for any dietary protocol including calorie-restricted, ketogenic, and weight control diets. The diversity of available flavours is one of the most praised features of the C4 line, with decades of flavour profile development that have set the standard for the pre-workout category worldwide.
Usage
Recommended dose: Mix 1 scoop (~6g) with 150 to 200ml of cold water. Consume 20 to 30 minutes before training. To assess individual tolerance, start with half a scoop for the first few uses. Do not exceed 2 scoops per day.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and humidity. Close the package tightly after each use.
