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In today’s Redcon1 Total War Review, I’m going deep inside Total War to show you:
- effects
- ingredients
- flavor, taste and color
- consistency
- convenience
- cost
And most importantly, does it get me jacked??
Read on to find out.
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As you may know, Redcon1 is the fastest growing sports supplement company in history.
Their goal is to create high quality supplements for:
- gym newbies
- soccer moms
- athletes
- gym rats
- bodybuilders
And more.
Ok cool but… What is Redcon1 Total War?
Redcon1 Total War is a high-stim pre-workout.
This means that it contains caffeine and other stimulants.
One of the strongest pre-workouts on the market, Total War claims it’s formulated to:
๐ give you high energy
๐ deliver insane pumps
๐ help you avoid that dreaded crash at the end of your workout
Redcon1 Total War Review: What should I expect after I drink Redcon1 Total War?
Well, it depends. Every body is different.
And Redcon1 recommends starting off with a half scoop to assess your tolerance.
Assessing your tolerance means monitoring how your body responds to the product.
Are you feeling alert and ready to rock? โกโกโก
Or does it feel like you’re going to have a heart attack? ๐ ๐
Listen to your damn body.
I’m glad I did...
How I started using Redcon1 Total War:
In 2019, I was in the gym.
Free of any and all stimulants, powders and pills.
Then, something in the vending machine caught my eye: a bottle of Total War Ready to Drink.
I wondered what the hell this beast of a drink had in store, and just had to try it.
Scrounging for change in my gym bag, I deposited $3.50 and out popped a Rainbow Candy-flavored Total War.
The taste was sweet but not sugary… The liquid cold, crystal clear.
I drank half the bottle and on I went.
Within minutes, I was sent to to tingle town.
My body vibrated and my motivation skyrocketed.
At that very moment, I became unstoppable. I was a legend in my own mind.
Redcon1 Total War Review: My routine & experience
I’ve been using Redcon1 Total War for every workout since I first tried it in 2019.
Yes bro, I’m serious.
Every. Single. Workout.
No exceptions.
I still only use 1/2 to 3/4 of a scoop.
So I have a ritual when I drink my Total War:
โฐ 4:00AM – I mix half a scoop of Total War with 6-8 ounces of water and drink over the next 15 minutes. Otherwise the rush is too intense if I drink it too quickly.
โฐ 4:15AM – My head, lips and arms literally start tingling. That’s when I hop in the car and head to the gym.
โฐ 4:20AM – 6:20AM – Workout until I almost drop.
Typically if I don’t take a pre-workout, my visit to the gym lasts under an hour.
But when I take Redcon1 Total War, I can usually go for 2-3 hours no problem.
That includes cardio and moderate weightlifting.
And when I mix Redcon1 Total War with Redcon1 Big Noise, my pumps are insane.
But we’ll get into that another day.
Something to consider: Total War affects people differently.
So my experience may not be the same as yours.
Just be sure to always, always assess your tolerance and read all labels to make sure Total War is right for you.
Redcon1 Total War Review: Ingredients
Total War is loaded with caffeine, amino acids and some other active ingredients.
Let’s take a look at what one scoop of Redcon1 Total War powder will give you.
Here are the active ingredients and what they’re used for:
Citrulline Malate 2:1 Ratio, 6g | enhances athletic anaerobic performance, relieves muscle soreness |
Beta-Alanine, 3.2g | muscle endurance |
Agmatine Sulfate, 1g | improves athletic performance |
Taurine, 1g | enhances mental and athletic performance |
Caffeine Anhydrous, 250mg | energy booster |
Juniper Berry Extract, 150 mg | diuretic |
Di-Caffeine Malate, 100mg | increased energy without the crash |
Green Tea Extract, 45mg | promotes weight loss, exercise recovery |
Naringin, 25mg | anti-inflammatory and antioxidant |
BioPerine, 10mg | aids in absorption, decreases inflammation |
Theobroma Cocoa Extract, 5mg | improves blood flow |
Then you’ve got your standard filler like natural and artificial flavors, disodium phosphate, silica, calcium silicate, sucralose, citric acid, maldodextrin, and acesulfame-potassium.
Note that some ingredients may be different based on the flavor of Total War.
Redcon1 Total War Review: Best Total War Flavors
If you’ve tried pre-workouts, you know some of them taste like absolute hot garbage. โจ๏ธ
And that’s not something you necessarily want to put in your body.
Redcon1 Total War pre-workout tastes better than any other pre-workout that I’ve tried.
By far.
In my opinion, here are some of the best Total War flavors:
- Tiger’s Blood – cherry-coconut
- Rainbow Candy – Smarties
- Grape – Grape Jolly Ranchers
- White Walker – grapefruit
- Demogorgon Blood – cherry-lime
- Fireball Olympia – Fireball cinnamon whiskey
- Zombie Blood – strawberry-kiwi
- Lemon-Lime – Sprite soda
- Lone Star – Texas tea
Some of their other flavors include Vice City, Green Apple, Bubblegum, Rocket Bomb and many more.
Be sure to check out Redcon1’s current Total War flavors on their site.
Redcon1 Total War Review: Consistency
I started this site so I could share my experiences with workout supplements.
And so many I’ve tried are a clumpy, chunky mess.
But Total War is one of the few exceptions.
The powder is smooth and fine. And it’s easy to mix.
That said, if you don’t drink Total War fast enough, there probably will be some sediment at the bottom of the glass.
But just swish and slug and you’ll be good to go.
Convenience: Is Total War ready to drink?
Yes. It’s called Ready to Drink (RTD).
It comes in a 12 ounce plastic bottle.
There are 3 key differences between Total War RTD and the Total War powder:
1๏ธโฃ Caffeine content – Total War Ready to Drink contains 350mg of caffeine per serving.
Whereas Total war powder from the tub contains a little less at 320mg of caffeine per serving.
2๏ธโฃ The consistency – Total War Ready to Drink is clear and smooth… no tiny granules at the bottom of the bottle.
But with Total War powder from the tub, a lot of sediment can settle at the bottom. So it might require a few shake-ups while drinking.
3๏ธโฃ The price – A 12-pack of Ready to Drink Total War costs a few bucks less than a 30-serving tub of Total War powder.
On a per-serving basis, Total War Ready to Drink is a little more expensive.
So while I love the convenience of the Ready to Drink, the powder is more economical.
Redcon1 Total War Review: Cost
You can buy a 30-serving tub of Redcon1 Total War pre-workout powder for $42.99, or about $1.43 per serving.
Or you can get a 12-pack of Redcon1 Total War Ready to Drink for about $39.99, or about $3.33 per serving.
That can seem a little pricey compared to the tub.
But keep in mind: you can always drink half a bottle which would be the powder equivalent of a half scoop.
What others are saying about Redcon1 Total War:
Finally, the burning question: does total war get me jacked?
YES. Yes it does.
I’m an unstoppable powerhouse when using Total War before my workouts. Especially when I pair it with Big Noise for those unbeatable pumps.
Redcon1 Total War Review: Conclusion
So is Redcon1 Total War worth it?
I think so.
If you’re looking for a high-stim pre-workout without the crash, I recommend Redcon1 Total War.
And whether you choose the Total War powder or the Total War RTD, you’ll likely get pretty much the same results.
And a killer workout.
Finally, be sure to read all warnings on the packaging. And always assess your tolerance when trying new supplements.
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Redcon1 Total War is a high-stim pre-workout. It’s formulated to give you high energy and pumps for your workout. It’s one of the strongest pre-workouts on the market. Total War claims to give you high energy, deliver insane pumps and helps you avoid that dreaded crash at the end of your workout. Read today’s post to learn more about the benefits of Redcon1 Total War.
Redcon1 Total War powder and Redcon1 Total War Ready to Drink have a couple key differences. For starters, Total War powder has 320mg of caffeine while the Total War RTD has 350mg of caffeine. Another difference is that the Total War powder tends to settle, so you’ll have to give it a few shakes while drinking. Total War Ready to Drink is smooth with no granules. But that comes at a cost. A 12-pack of Redcon1 Total War Ready to Drink (RTD) costs roughly the same as a 30-serving tub of Total War powder. Learn more about Redcon1 Total War Ready to Drink and powder in today’s post.
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