Axe & Sledge - Intake

Axe & Sledge Intake is a fully transparent, all-in-one comprehensive pre-workout built for the hard-working lifter who wants everything in a single scoop — or everything dialed to maximum in two. Per full two-scoop serving: 8,000mg L-Citrulline, 3,200mg Beta-Alanine, 2,500mg Betaine Anhydrous, 150mg ElevATP®, 50mg Senactiv®, 250mg CDP-Choline, 2,000mg L-Tyrosine, 300mg total caffeine (250mg Caffeine Anhydrous + 50mg zümXR® extended-release), 100mg Theobromine, and Pink Himalayan Salt. No proprietary blends. Every dose disclosed. One container provides 40 single-scoop servings or 20 full two-scoop servings — one of the most flexible dosing structures in the premium pre-workout category. Mix 2 scoops in 10-12oz cold water 20-30 minutes before training. New users start with 1 scoop. Do not use within 5-6 hours of bedtime. California Prop 65 Warning applies.*

Supplement Facts — Axe & Sledge Intake (Per 2 Scoops / Full Serving / 20 Servings Per Container)

Pump

• L-Citrulline — 8,000mg
• Pink Himalayan Salt

Performance and Endurance

• Beta-Alanine — 3,200mg
• Betaine Anhydrous — 2,500mg
• ElevATP® (Ancient Peat and Apple Extract) — 150mg
• Senactiv® (Panax notoginseng Root + Rosa roxburghii Fruit) — 50mg

Energy

• Caffeine Anhydrous — 250mg
• zümXR® Extended-Release Caffeine — 50mg
• Total Caffeine per 2-scoop serving: 300mg
• Theobromine — 100mg

Focus and Cognitive Support

• CDP-Choline (Citicoline Sodium) — 250mg
• L-Tyrosine — 2,000mg

• Fully transparent label. No proprietary blends.
• 40 single-scoop servings OR 20 full two-scoop servings per container.
• Mix 2 scoops in 10-12oz cold water 20-30 minutes before training.
• New users: start with 1 scoop to assess tolerance.
• Do not use within 5-6 hours of bedtime.
• Do not combine with other stimulant products.
• Flavors: Island Breeze, Fruit Kaboom, Apple Pie Moonshine (and additional flavors as released)
• California Prop 65 Warning applies.

The Axe & Sledge Brand — Built for the Hard-Working Lifter

Axe & Sledge was founded by IFBB Pro Seth Feroce in 2018 with a clear philosophy: supplements for people who show up, put in the work, and don't need motivational packaging to get under a bar. The brand built its reputation on fully transparent labels, hard-hitting formulas, and a product lineup that doesn't apologize for its potency. The axe and sledge are the tools of the tradesman — the gym is the job site, the weights are the tools, and the supplements are the fuel. Intake is Axe & Sledge's expression of that ethos in their all-in-one pre-workout category: everything you need, in one product, at real doses.†

The Formula — What Each Ingredient Does

L-Citrulline — 8,000mg — Full-Dose Pump Foundation

Eight grams of pure L-Citrulline — not Citrulline Malate — delivers approximately double the actual Citrulline content of many pre-workouts listing 8,000mg of Citrulline Malate 2:1 (which contains only ~5,333mg of actual Citrulline). At 8g, Intake's Citrulline dose is at the upper end of what peer-reviewed sports performance research has studied, well above the 6g threshold where meaningful nitric oxide and pump effects are consistently documented. Citrulline converts to arginine in the kidney, driving nitric oxide synthase to produce NO in vascular endothelial cells — the vasodilation that produces pump, improves oxygen and nutrient delivery to working muscle, and enhances cardiovascular performance during both strength and endurance training.†

Beta-Alanine — 3,200mg — Clinical Endurance Dose

Beta-Alanine at 3,200mg is the established clinical dose from the sports science research on carnosine buffering and fatigue delay. Beta-Alanine provides the rate-limiting precursor for Carnosine synthesis in skeletal muscle — Carnosine is the intramuscular pH buffer that neutralizes the hydrogen ions produced during high-intensity exercise, delaying the acid-induced contractile failure that ends sets early. The tingling (paresthesia) that appears 15-20 minutes after ingestion is benign and temporary — a sensory side effect of Beta-Alanine's interaction with cutaneous receptors that confirms the dose is active. New users sensitive to the tingling sensation can start with 1 scoop (half the Beta-Alanine dose) and build up from there.†

Betaine Anhydrous — 2,500mg — Power and Osmotic Support

Betaine Anhydrous (trimethylglycine) at 2,500mg is the dose used in published research documenting improvements in power output, strength, endurance, and body composition. Betaine is an osmolyte — it draws water into muscle cells, producing cell volumization that amplifies the pump and creates an anabolic intracellular environment alongside Citrulline's vascular pump. As a methyl donor, Betaine supports creatine synthesis, DNA methylation, and protein metabolism. Multiple clinical trials at the 2,500mg dose have documented increases in bench press volume and squat volume, improvements in vertical jump power, and favorable body composition changes (lean mass gain with concurrent fat reduction) over six-week supplementation periods.†

ElevATP® — 150mg — Cellular ATP Production

ElevATP® is FutureCeuticals' patented combination of ancient peat extract and apple extract — a trademarked ingredient with published human clinical research showing it increases endogenous ATP production. Ancient peat contains fulvic acid and bioactive compounds that support mitochondrial function; apple extract provides polyphenols with antioxidant properties. ElevATP's mechanism is not exogenous ATP supplementation (oral ATP has poor bioavailability) — it supports the body's own mitochondrial ATP synthesis pathway, allowing cells to produce more of their own energy currency. Published clinical research on ElevATP at 150mg has documented improvements in strength, power, and performance in resistance-trained subjects. Axe & Sledge includes it at the full 150mg clinically studied dose — a meaningful distinction from formulas that include branded ingredients at sub-clinical token amounts.†

Senactiv® — 50mg — Recovery, Endurance, and Glycogen Support

Senactiv® is NuLiv Science's patented combination of Panax notoginseng root and Rosa roxburghii (chestnut rose) fruit. Published research on Senactiv has documented improvements in endurance during high-intensity interval training, increased ATP production, and enhanced muscle recovery through two specific mechanisms: reduction of exercise-induced inflammation and — notably — promotion of muscle glycogen replenishment post-exercise. Muscle glycogen is the primary fuel source for high-intensity training; faster glycogen replenishment between sessions means you start the next session with a fuller tank. Senactiv also promotes the clearance of old, damaged muscle cells (senescent cell clearance) while supporting satellite cell activity — the muscle repair mechanism. At 50mg, Intake uses the standard research-validated Senactiv dose.†

CDP-Choline (Citicoline Sodium) — 250mg — Premium Nootropic Focus

CDP-Choline (Citicoline) is among the most bioavailable and cognitively effective choline forms available — superior to Choline Bitartrate for brain choline delivery due to its direct conversion to phosphatidylcholine and cytidine (which converts to uridine) in the body. Unlike choline bitartrate, which primarily raises peripheral choline levels, CDP-Choline rapidly crosses the blood-brain barrier and directly elevates acetylcholine levels within 30-60 minutes of ingestion. Acetylcholine governs attention, working memory, motor signal precision, and the neuromuscular connection quality that lifters describe as mind-muscle connection. At 250mg, Intake delivers a meaningful CDP-Choline dose — research on citicoline for cognitive performance in athletes and healthy adults consistently uses 250-500mg, with the 250mg dose producing measurable improvements in reaction time, sustained attention, and focus.†

L-Tyrosine — 2,000mg — Catecholamine Precursor Under Load

L-Tyrosine at 2,000mg is the rate-limiting amino acid precursor for dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine — the catecholamines that govern motivation, drive, focus, and the stress response that heavy training demands. Under the combined stress of intense physical training and 300mg of caffeine, catecholamine demand is high and Tyrosine depletion can limit the brain's ability to maintain adequate neurotransmitter signaling through the second half of a session. At 2,000mg, Intake provides a substantial Tyrosine reservoir — maintaining the focused, driven, motivated quality of the training session from the first set to the last.†

Dual Caffeine Matrix — 300mg Total (250mg Anhydrous + 50mg zümXR®)

The combination of Caffeine Anhydrous and zümXR® extended-release caffeine is one of Intake's most practically significant design choices. Caffeine Anhydrous at 250mg provides the fast-acting, immediate energy surge that hits within 15-30 minutes of ingestion — the sharp focus and alertness that defines the pre-workout experience. zümXR® is a patented controlled-release caffeine technology from Zümthor BioScience that extends caffeine absorption over 6-8 hours rather than the 1-2 hour peak of anhydrous caffeine. The 50mg of zümXR® creates a secondary caffeine release wave that arrives as the anhydrous peak begins to taper — smoothing the energy curve, extending total duration, and preventing the abrupt crash that single-source caffeine products produce when the dose clears. Total 300mg per full serving is a strong but well-calibrated dose — enough for significant performance enhancement without the overstimulation that higher doses produce.†

Theobromine — 100mg — Extended Energy and Vasodilation

Theobromine is a methylxanthine related to caffeine but with a significantly longer half-life (6-10 hours versus caffeine's 3-5 hours) and a different receptor affinity profile — producing smoother, more sustained energy as caffeine's primary effect fades. At 100mg alongside the dual caffeine matrix, Theobromine adds mild bronchodilation, vasodilation, and a long-tail energy contribution that sustains drive through the end of the training session without adding significant adrenergic burden.†

The 40/20 Serving Structure — Why It Matters

Intake's container is labeled as 40/20 servings — 40 single-scoop servings or 20 full two-scoop servings. This structure is genuinely useful rather than a marketing technicality. At 1 scoop, you get half doses of every ingredient: 4g Citrulline, 1.6g Beta-Alanine, 1.25g Betaine, 75mg ElevATP, 125mg CDP-Choline, 150mg caffeine — a moderate, well-rounded pre-workout suitable for beginners, lighter training days, or users sensitive to caffeine. At 2 scoops you get the full formula at clinical doses across every category, appropriate for experienced users on maximum-effort sessions. The ability to accurately scale a single product from beginner-appropriate to advanced-level with no waste or separate product purchase is one of Intake's most practical features.†

Where Intake Sits in the Axe & Sledge Lineup

Axe & Sledge's pre-workout lineup covers the full spectrum of stimulant intensity and formula complexity. Hydraulic is the brand's flagship stimulant-free pump pre-workout — for those who train late, cycle caffeine, or want pure pump performance. Ignition Switch was the original entry-level caffeinated pre-workout that Intake replaces and significantly upgrades. Intake is the comprehensive all-in-one middle product — a complete formula covering every training dimension in a single container with customizable dosing. DBAP is the brand's extreme high-stim formula (550mg caffeine matrix including TeaCrine and Dynamine) for experienced users who want maximum stimulant intensity above Intake's 300mg ceiling. Seventh Gear sits in between as a more focused pump-plus-energy product. For most customers — from intermediate gym-goers to advanced lifters — Intake is the formula with the most complete coverage and the most practical dosing flexibility.†

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is 1 scoop enough or do I need 2 scoops to feel Intake?
   One scoop delivers half-doses of all ingredients, including 150mg caffeine — enough for most beginners and moderate-intensity sessions. Users with an established caffeine tolerance and training experience will get their best results at 2 scoops. The right approach: start at 1 scoop, assess your response, and advance to 2 scoops when you're comfortable with the formula. The tingling from Beta-Alanine is the most common initial sensation — at 1 scoop it's mild; at 2 scoops it's more pronounced but equally harmless.†
2. What is ElevATP® and how is it different from regular ATP supplements?
   ElevATP® is a patented ancient peat and apple extract that supports the body's own mitochondrial ATP production — it is not exogenous ATP. Oral ATP supplements have poor absorption and limited bioavailability because ATP molecules are broken down in the digestive process before they reach cells. ElevATP works differently: it provides bioactive compounds (fulvic acid from peat, polyphenols from apple) that signal the mitochondria to produce more of their own ATP through enhanced cellular energy pathways. Published research at 150mg — the dose in Intake — has documented measurable improvements in strength and power output in resistance-trained athletes.†
3. What is Senactiv® and why is it in a pre-workout?
   Senactiv® is NuLiv Science's patented extract of Panax notoginseng and Rosa roxburghii — a recovery and performance ingredient with three documented mechanisms: improved endurance during high-intensity exercise, faster ATP production during the session, and accelerated muscle glycogen replenishment post-workout. Including Senactiv in a pre-workout rather than a post-workout product makes sense because its endurance and ATP-supporting effects are session-specific and work best when present in the system during training. The glycogen and recovery effects then extend into the post-workout recovery window. At 50mg, Intake uses the established research dose.†
4. How does the zümXR® caffeine work and why not just use all anhydrous?
   Standard caffeine anhydrous peaks in the bloodstream within 30-60 minutes and its effects taper significantly by hour 2-3. For a 90-minute or longer training session, the single-source anhydrous approach produces a strong start followed by a noticeable energy drop. zümXR® is a controlled-release caffeine form that delays absorption through a polymer matrix coating, releasing caffeine gradually over 6-8 hours. The 50mg of zümXR in Intake is timed to begin releasing as the 250mg anhydrous dose starts to taper — producing a secondary energy wave that extends the productive training window and prevents the hard caffeine crash at session's end. The total is still 300mg, but the delivery profile produces a longer, more even energy curve.†

How to Take Axe & Sledge Intake

Mix 2 scoops in 10-12oz of cold water 20-30 minutes before training. New users start with 1 scoop to assess individual tolerance — particularly to Beta-Alanine tingling and caffeine response. Do not exceed 2 scoops per day. Do not use within 5-6 hours of bedtime. Do not combine with any other stimulant-containing products. Intended for healthy adults 18 years of age or older. Not for pregnant or nursing women. Consult a physician before use if taking any prescription medications or having any medical condition. California Prop 65 Warning applies.*

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Who Should Not Take Axe & Sledge Intake

• Not for persons under 18 years of age
• Not for pregnant or nursing women
• Not for individuals sensitive to caffeine — 300mg per full serving is a significant caffeine load; start with 1 scoop if your tolerance is uncertain
• Not for individuals with cardiovascular conditions, high blood pressure, or heart arrhythmia without physician clearance
• Not for individuals with anxiety disorders — caffeine at 300mg plus Theobromine can amplify anxiety in susceptible individuals
• Do not combine with other caffeinated products or stimulants
• Do not use within 5-6 hours of bedtime — the zümXR extended-release caffeine extends the active caffeine window significantly
• Consult a physician before use if taking any prescription medications
• California Prop 65 Warning applies.
• Keep out of reach of children.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.