Since announcing Pre JYM Plus, two questions I've gotten a lot on social media has been:
Jim, why did you use creatine monohydrate instead of creatine HCl?
Why 5 grams of creatine instead of 2?
I understand why you're curious. Both Pre JYM and Post JYM feature 2 grams of creatine HCl, so why the change in form and dose for Pre JYM Plus?
Here's the breakdown of why I chose 5 grams of creatine monohydrate for Pre JYM Plus:
1. Better Flavor and Mixability
Creatine HCl is highly acidic, which complicates flavoring, especially at higher doses. When I increased the creatine HCl dose in Pre JYM X to 4 grams, the flavor became significantly more tart. Bumping it up to 5 grams would intensify the flavor even more—something most people wouldn't enjoy.
Creatine monohydrate allowed me to deliver the full dose while maintaining an exceptional taste. With Pre JYM Plus, you’ll barely realize you're drinking a supplement because the flavor is that good.
2. More Affordable for Consumers
Creatine HCl is notably more expensive per kilogram than creatine monohydrate. Pre JYM Plus already includes 12 high-quality ingredients at clinically effective doses. Using 5 grams of creatine HCl would significantly raise costs.
I wanted to keep Pre JYM Plus reasonably priced while still offering peak performance. Creatine monohydrate makes that possible.
3. Consumers Want a Full 5-Gram Dose
A 5-gram dose of creatine monohydrate has been the gold standard in creatine supplementation research for decades. Many consumers specifically look for that exact form (monohydrate) at a full daily dose in each scoop.
I designed Pre JYM Plus to meet these expectations.
Which Pre JYM Formula is Best for You?
- If you prefer creatine monohydrate, Pre JYM Plus is your best choice.
- If you prefer creatine HCl, stick with the original Pre JYM and Post JYM BCAAs+ Recovery Matrix (each providing 2 grams of creatine HCl).
- If you want the biggest pumps possible, go with Pre JYM Plus—due to its 600mg of NO3-T® nitrates and 6 grams of citrulline malate.
- If you want the strongest mental focus, go with Pre JYM Plus and its full doses of L-Tyrosine, Alpha-GPC, and Huperzine.
- If you want the best results in strength and power, again choose Pre JYM Plus. The 5 grams of creatine monohydrate plus 3 grams of betaine will fuel your lifts the best.
Personally, I stick with the original Pre JYM and Post JYM because I’m sensitive to creatine monohydrate—it sometimes upsets my stomach. But if you tolerate monohydrate well and want an incredible tasting, fully loaded pre-workout, Pre JYM Plus is your best bet.
