The Original Tropic Thunder
XTEND's The Original Tropic Thunder is a Pre-Workout supplement focused on branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) and electrolytes. It holds an N+ Score of 73, receiving a C+ grade, which denotes a good quality product. This formula includes 11 ingredients, with Vitamin B6 (640 mcg), L-Leucine (3500 mg), L-Glutamine (2500 mg), and Citrulline Malate (1000 mg) all provided at clinically studied dosages. These ingredients are commonly used to support muscle recovery, reduce muscle soreness, and enhance exercise performance. While most key ingredients are well-dosed, Potassium is noted as underdosed. This product may benefit individuals seeking to support muscle repair, reduce fatigue, and maintain electrolyte balance during and after intense workouts.
About This Product
The Original Tropic Thunder by XTEND is a pre-workout supplement containing 11 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 73/100 (Grade C+).
This product features a fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed, and key ingredients are present at clinically effective doses based on peer-reviewed research.
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Vitamin B6, L-Glutamine, Citrulline Malate and 1 more.
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Key ingredients at clinically effective doses
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +4 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 11 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (11 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | — | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 640.000 mcg | High |
| Total Carbohydrates | — | N/A |
| Sodium | 220.000 mg | N/A |
| Potassium | 220.000 mg | Under |
| L-Glutamine | 2500.000 mg | High |
| Electrolyte Blend | 1140.000 mg | N/A |
| Citrulline Malate | 1000.000 mg | High |
| L-Leucine | 3500.000 mg | High |
| L-Isoleucine | 1750.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Valine | 1750.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.
