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Best Intra Workout Drink
Fuel the work you came to do.
Best Intra Workout Drink
The best intra workout drink fits the demands of your session. When you want carbohydrate fuel during training, Motion delivers 25g of Cluster Dextrin carbohydrates and 3g of BCAAs per scoop, with no caffeine. Mix Raspberry Lemonade with cold water and keep your fuel within reach.
Motion
Carbohydrate fuel for the work in front of you. Motion combines Cluster Dextrin, BCAAs, and electrolytes in a Raspberry Lemonade drink made for sipping during training.
- 25g Cluster Dextrin carbohydrates per scoop
- 3g BCAAs in a 2:1:1 ratio
- No caffeine or added sugar
- 30 servings per bag · Raspberry Lemonade
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- Caffeine-free. Sweetened with sucralose.
- See ingredients and serving details
Motion · Raspberry Lemonade$57.60
Built for the sessionYour bottle.
Your bottle.
Your workout.
Your fuel.
Keep carbohydrate fuel close during demanding training. Motion puts 25g of Cluster Dextrin in a scoop you can shake, pack, and sip as your session unfolds.
See what’s in your scoop
What makes a good intra workout drink?
Start with what you need during exercise: carbohydrate fuel, fluid, or both. The right formula should make its quantities easy to find.
Carbohydrates you can count
Motion provides 25g of carbohydrate per scoop from Cluster Dextrin, also called highly branched cyclic dextrin. That makes it a clear option when you want to add carbohydrate fuel to your training bottle.
A different job from pre-workout
Motion is caffeine-free. It is built around carbohydrates, with 3g of BCAAs in a 2:1:1 ratio of leucine, isoleucine, and valine. Choose it for fuel during the session, without adding another dose of caffeine.
A label that guides your choice
Each scoop contains 34mg sodium, 35mg magnesium, and 80mg calcium. Motion is primarily a carbohydrate drink; its modest sodium content matters if you are comparing it with higher-sodium electrolyte products.
Why Cluster Dextrin is our choice for intra-workout fuel.
Cluster Dextrin is highly branched cyclic dextrin, or HBCD. Its molecular structure helps keep carbohydrate drinks low in osmotic pressure, and human studies have found advantages over glucose and conventional dextrin drinks under specific training conditions.
Carbs with lower osmotic pressure
HBCD’s large carbohydrate molecules contribute fewer dissolved particles per gram than glucose. That lets a drink deliver carbohydrate with a lower osmotic load. Osmotic pressure is one factor that influences how quickly fluid leaves your stomach; the full formula and concentration also matter.
A stomach-comfort advantage
In a small cycling study of seven men, an HBCD-based drink emptied from the stomach faster than a glucose-based drink. Participants also had fewer belches with HBCD than with the glucose- and conventional dextrin-based drinks—a useful finding for a drink you sip around exercise.
Lower perceived effort in endurance research
A double-blind crossover study compared 15g of HBCD with 15g of maltodextrin during endurance exercise. Perceived exertion rose less with HBCD at 30 and 60 minutes after drinking it, suggesting a potential advantage in how demanding the exercise felt.
25g of Cluster Dextrin in every scoop of Motion.
These are the reasons we chose Cluster Dextrin as Motion’s carbohydrate source. Each scoop combines 25g of Cluster Dextrin with 3g of BCAAs and electrolytes in Raspberry Lemonade, with no caffeine.
Research details and sources
Takii et al., 2005 studied gastric emptying in 10 adults; a formulated 10% HBCD sports drink emptied faster than the tested 10% conventional dextrin sports drink. Takii et al., 2004 tested specific drinks during cycling in seven men. Furuyashiki et al., 2014 compared perceived exertion after 15g of HBCD or maltodextrin during endurance exercise.
These studies included researchers affiliated with the ingredient manufacturer and tested HBCD formulations rather than finished Motion. Results depend on the dose, drink formula, exercise conditions, and individual tolerance; they do not establish superiority for every workout.
Independent testing
Motion, put to the test.
BarBend has included Motion in its carbohydrate and electrolyte supplement guides. Here is what its reviewers highlighted.
BarBend
BEST OVERALL CARB SUPPLEMENT
A place at the top of the carb guide
BarBend selected Motion as its Best Overall Carb Supplement. Registered dietitian Chelsea Rae Bourgeois highlighted the combination of Cluster Dextrin and BCAAs.
“Xwerks Motion feels like a 2-for-1 formula”Read the review
BarBend
5/5 SOLUBILITY SCORE
Easy to mix in a bottle
BarBend’s tester rated Motion 5 out of 5 for solubility and 4 out of 5 for taste. The reviewer preferred more water for a lighter flavor.
“It was easy to mix and dissolved completely”Read the review
The details customers come back for.
Real feedback from customers who have made Motion part of their routine.
“the flavor is incredible!”
Nancy singled out the flavor in her five-star Motion review.
“I like the taste”
D.S. mentioned taste while sharing early impressions of Motion.
“Great taste and digest easy”
Brandon described using Motion throughout longer workouts.
Make your bottle before you beginScoop. Shake.
Scoop. Shake.
Sip as you train.
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Start with cold water
Mix one scoop with 8–12 ounces of cold water, following Motion’s product directions. Shake thoroughly before your workout.
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Sip throughout your session
Keep your bottle within reach and sip during training. Match your total carbohydrate and fluid intake to your session rather than assuming every workout needs the same amount.
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Adjust the flavor to your preference
Raspberry Lemonade is the current flavor. Add more water if you prefer a lighter taste; the amount of carbohydrate in your scoop stays the same.
What’s in one scoop of Motion?
A carbohydrate-focused formula with BCAAs and electrolytes. Each bag contains 30 servings.
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 110 |
| Total carbohydrate | 28g |
| Cluster Dextrin | 25g |
| Total sugars / added sugars | 0g / 0g |
| BCAAs (2:1:1 ratio) | 3g |
| Sodium | 34mg |
| Magnesium | 35mg |
| Calcium | 80mg |
Full ingredient list
Cluster Dextrin (Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin), L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine, Calcium Lactate, Magnesium Lactate, Sodium Citrate, Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Sucralose.
Raspberry Lemonade. Sweetened with sucralose. Check your bag for the current label.
Intra workout drink FAQs
Choose a drink that fits the session you actually do.
What is the best intra workout drink?
For training where you want carbohydrate fuel in your bottle, look for a clear carbohydrate amount, a flavor you enjoy, and an electrolyte profile that fits your needs. Motion provides 25g of Cluster Dextrin per scoop, with 3g of BCAAs and no caffeine. It is a strong fit when carbohydrates are the main reason you want an intra-workout drink.
Do I need an intra workout drink for every workout?
No. A short, easy session may not call for additional carbohydrate fuel. Motion is most relevant when you intentionally want carbohydrates during longer or more demanding training. Consider what you have eaten and what your session requires.
Does Motion contain caffeine or sugar?
Motion contains no caffeine and lists 0g total sugar and 0g added sugar per serving. Each serving contains 28g of total carbohydrate, including 25g of Cluster Dextrin, and 110 calories. The Raspberry Lemonade flavor is sweetened with sucralose.
Is Motion the same as a high-sodium electrolyte drink?
No. Motion contains 34mg of sodium per scoop, alongside calcium and magnesium. If sodium replacement is your main priority, compare that amount with your needs and with the labels of electrolyte-focused drinks. Motion’s main contribution is carbohydrate fuel.
Can I use Motion before or after training?
Yes. Motion’s product directions allow use around training, including during and after a workout. This page focuses on sipping it during exercise. It is a carbohydrate and BCAA drink, rather than a whey protein shake.
How many servings are in a bag?
Each bag contains 30 one-scoop servings. Motion currently comes in Raspberry Lemonade. Current pricing and subscription choices are shown in the purchase options above.
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