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Caffeine Washout for Key Lift Week

Caffeine washout for key lift week tapers daily coffee before tests so a planned pre-lift dose works—avoid cold-turkey headaches mid-taper.

Caffeine washout for key lift week tapers daily coffee for three to seven days before a test or meet so a targeted pre-session dose hits harder—habituated users otherwise need more for the same alertness. Taper slowly to avoid withdrawal headaches that ruin training.

Resume normal habits after the event.

Common questions

  • How long should you wash out caffeine before a max test?

    Three to seven days is common in practice, with gradual taper. One day off rarely resensitizes heavy drinkers and may cause headaches—plan the week, not the night before.

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