Super Charge Your Workout with Celsius? - Product Review

Is Celsius just another slick looking weight loss scam seeking to take its bite out of the estimated $35 billion a year spent by consumers on diet products? (Diet Industry Is Big Business by Melissa McNamara) People are searching for a miracle in a pill, a bottle, a can, or a tray and the variety of products and claims lure these miracle seekers in with promises and "statistics prove" claims. As a realist who still likes the idea of miracles but seeks proof, I decided to give Celsius a try and find out how much truth was in its promise. Before you spend your dollars, give this article a read.

What does Celsius claim?

The packaging states that Celsius burns up to 100 calories and more per can. According to the website: "Multiple studies have shown that drinking Celsius may result in burning calories and providing lasting energy and when drinking a great tasting Celsius 15 minutes before exercise, Celsius reduces body fat, increases endurance and provides greater resistance to fatigue." Note that word "may"? Whenever I see that word my skepticism peeks.

What is Celsius?

According to the website, Celsius " -- is a great tasting drink that helps you get fit and stay fit. Studies show that drinking a great tasting Celsius before physical activity will help you burn calories, boost metabolism and provide you lasting energy to power you through your routine and beyond." There was an asterisk at the end of the verbiage, but I could not find what it meant. This is obviously advertising speak for: "This is something you need to buy."

What is in Celsius?

10 Calories
B Vitamins
Biotin
Vitamin C
Calcium
Chromium
Meta Plus Proprietary Blend

What is not in Celsius?

NO Sugar
NO Artificial Preservatives
NO High Fructose Corn Syrup
NO Artificial Flavors or Colors
NO Aspartame

My quest for Celsius

I saw the ads for Celsius on the television and went in search of. I printed off my $2.00 coupon and started visiting the local stores where it was said to be available. I was initially disappointed. The stores either didn't carry it or were out of it. When I went into my local GNC to see if they had any Celsius, I was told they were out. A statement that was quickly followed by "it tastes like crap" (she used a different expletive; maybe someone should call her boss). Only slightly daunted, realizing that everyone's opinion was their own, I continued my search at the Publix. I asked the manager if they carried it. He said, "I have no idea, but I think it would be on isle 7." Crappy customer service, but I went to isle 7 and after an intensive search I found it on a low shelf, mixed in with an assortment of other canned health drinks on isle 5. They only had two flavors, Sparkling Orange which is carbonated and Strawberry Kiwi which is not. I bought a 4-pack of each.

How does it taste?

The taste is not as bad as the salesgirl at GNC made it sound. However, I can imagine that to those who are still taking in sugar and fat it could taste unpleasant. It isn't soda pop! The strawberry kiwi has a clean fresh taste. The orange is okay, but I'm not a fan of '‹Å"sparkling''"I don't like carbonation. It does come in other flavors such as cola for you hard core I love my cola folks.

Does it work?

For me, the answer is a surprising yes. I had reached a plateau in my fitness program and needed something to give me a push. Celsius had that something. The suggested time frame for ingestion is 15 minutes before your workout, but I found I had to leave my workout for the ladies room about half way through because my system flushes quickly. You will have to determine the timeframe for yourself. I started drinking it about 30 minutes before going to my workout classes and that worked for me.

During my workout, I found my heart rate climbed to challenge rate faster, I had enough energy to span the full hour without breaks other than for water. I sweat twice as much as usual and weight started coming off and muscle was coming on again.

Where can you buy Celsius?

You can purchase Celsius over the internet and the prices can vary. At the time of this writing, Vitacost.com had the 4-packs in three flavors for about $5.50, but if you add the shipping charges to that, you are looking at about $8.00 per 4-pack.

The price has fluctuated at my local Publix, but as of my last purchase it was $6.49 per 4-pack'"and they still only carry two flavors. For a full list of store locations go to Celsius.com and click on the Celsius Locator-Find Your Nearest Retailer link.

You can purchase from Celsius.com in a 24-count case for $48.00 with free shipping on some. They have all the flavors AND those great little go stick packs that you just add to water, $9.99 per box or 3 boxes of 7 sticks for $29.97. I just clicked over to Celsius.com and, at the moment, they are running some buy two get one specials. They also have a 12 can variety pack for $18.00.

Conclusion

While I do not believe Celsius is the miracle one thing that will help everyone lose weight, I do believe it is a tool you can use in your weight loss efforts. As everyone is different, your results and mine may differ, but it may be worth your time to try, especially when they offer a 100% money back guarantee.



Note: Celsius is not recommended for people sensitive to caffeine, children under the age of 12, or women who are pregnant or nursing.

CAUTION: Always check with your doctor before beginning any diet or exercise program.