Ep 42: Nootropics Are Coming…But What Are They?
You’ve probably tried a number of different products and supplements over the years to help you deliver the best possible class. Pre-workouts, a certain amount of protein within a particular window after exercise - or just a hit of caffeine before class.
This week’s podcast guest is Babak Brazell, the founder of Level Out, a nootropics company with a particular focus on the fitness industry. If you’re wondering what nootropics are - then keep listening. It’s essentially a cover-all term for supplements designed to improve brain function… and as you’ll hear they are becoming more and more popular with everyone from high performance athletes to silicon valley CEOs.
If you’re interested in optimal physical and mental performance, then this episode is for you!
**If you’re interested in giving some Level Out products a try, Babak was kind enough to give out listeners a discount code for 10% off. Use promo code SH1FT at checkout!
Here’s a glance at this episode…
(00:45) Babak shares about his background and what his business is all about (Level Out)
(1:55) What are nootropics and why are they coming into the fitness industry?
(5:50) Besides caffeine, what are some common nootropics that are commonly used in fitness? (6:45) What is CBD?
(9:55) What are the benefits of CBD?
(14:26) What are the downsides of some of the common nootropics, like caffeine and CBD?
(15:55) More about other nootropics making the headlines in sports and fitness, like L Theanine
(18:30) What Level Out works to accomplish that is different than other fitness companies who create pre-workout supplements
(27:20) What motivated Babak to leave London and start this business
(31:40) The active ingredient in focus compared to a different pre-workout
(36:30) What’s next on the scene?
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