TL;DR

Pre-Workout (typical serving) contains 254 mg of caffeine per 1 serving (typical). That is about 2.7 times the caffeine of a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg).

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Pre-Workout (typical serving) Caffeine Content by Serving

Figures are for Pre-workout supplements (typical range) (Category average, multiple brands).

ServingVolumeCaffeinePer 100 mlLevel
1 serving (typical)-254 mg-High

Source: caffeine figures from Jagim et al. 2019, Common Ingredient Profiles of Multi-Ingredient Pre-Workout Supplements (Nutrients), accessed 2026-06-11. Values can vary by batch, location, and preparation; check the label or the source for the latest figures.

How Pre-Workout (typical serving) Compares to Coffee

At 254 mg per 1 serving (typical), Pre-Workout (typical serving) delivers about 2.7 times the caffeine of a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg). For a wider comparison across drinks, try the caffeine comparison tool or browse the full caffeine database.

When to Stop Taking Pre-Workout (typical serving) Before Bed

With caffeine's median 5-hour half-life, one serving (typical) of Pre-Workout (typical serving) (254 mg) needs about 11 h 44 min to fall under 50 mg, the level where most people can fall asleep normally. That puts the last call at 10:15 AM (10:15) for a 10 PM bedtime and 11:15 AM (11:15) for an 11 PM bedtime. Individual half-lives range from roughly 2 to 12 hours, so treat these as a starting point.

The Pre-Workout (typical serving) sleep cutoff page has last-call times for four bedtimes, and the caffeine half-life calculator personalizes the curve to your metabolism.

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Frequently Asked Questions

One serving (typical) of Pre-Workout (typical serving) contains 254 mg of caffeine, per Jagim et al. 2019, Common Ingredient Profiles of Multi-Ingredient Pre-Workout Supplements (Nutrients) (accessed 2026-06-11). That is about 2.7 times the caffeine of a typical 8 oz cup of brewed coffee (about 95 mg).
Yes, by most standards. The FDA's guideline for healthy adults is 400 mg per day, so one serving (typical) (254 mg) is already 64% of the daily limit.
Caffeine's median half-life is about 5 hours, so the 254 mg in one serving (typical) drops to roughly 127 mg after 5 hours and 64 mg after 10 hours. Individual half-lives range from about 2 to 12 hours depending on CYP1A2 genetics, medications, smoking, and pregnancy. Model your own curve with the caffeine half-life calculator.
For an 11 PM bedtime, have your last serving (typical) of Pre-Workout (typical serving) by 11:15 AM (11:15) to be under 50 mg of residual caffeine at lights out, assuming the median 5-hour half-life. See the full bedtime table on the Pre-Workout (typical serving) sleep cutoff page.

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Medical Disclaimer: Caffeine values are approximate figures from the cited public sources. Actual content may vary by batch, location, and preparation, and caffeine metabolism varies widely between individuals. This page is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. The FDA guideline for healthy adults is up to 400 mg of caffeine per day; the recommended limit during pregnancy is 200 mg per day. Consult a healthcare professional for personalized guidance.