Energy & Vitality

What's the difference between an energy drink and a pre-workout?

Energy drinks like Ghost Energy or Ryse Fuel are ready-to-drink cans built for everyday energy — before work, school, or a lighter session. Pre-workouts such as RedCon1 Total War are concentrated powders you mix before training, typically with higher caffeine and pump ingredients dosed specifically for the gym.

How much caffeine do energy drinks contain?

It varies by brand and format. As examples from this collection, Ghost Energy delivers 180 mg of caffeine per 473 mL can, while Allmax Caffeine tablets provide 200 mg per tablet. Always check the label and keep your total daily caffeine in mind if you also drink coffee.

Which energy product should I choose?

If you want convenience and flavour, go with a ready-to-drink can. If you want precise, budget-friendly dosing, caffeine tablets are hard to beat. Training hard? A dedicated pre-workout gives you more than caffeine alone. For long days on your feet, a hydration mix like BioSteel supports fluid and electrolyte intake without a heavy caffeine hit.

When is the best time to take an energy supplement?

Most people take caffeine-based products 20–30 minutes before they need to perform. To protect your sleep, try to avoid caffeine within 6–8 hours of bedtime.

Does Fuel Supplements ship energy drinks across Canada?

Not on regular online orders. Energy drinks are local pickup only, with same-day pickup available in Port Coquitlam. If you'd like energy drinks shipped within Canada, email us with what you'd like and your postal code: these orders ship at a flat rate of $50–$150 depending on your location, and free shipping over $100 doesn't apply. Wholesale accounts can have energy drinks shipped within Canada on a single order over $1,000–$2,000, depending on location.