Why Coffee Makes You Crash — And What Nick Pluenneke Recommends Instead
Most people rely on coffee to power through the day. The problem? That quick boost often turns into an even bigger crash later.
At NP Performance, personal trainer and performance coach Nick Pluenneke focuses on helping people improve energy, performance, recovery, and overall wellness in a smarter, more sustainable way. One of the biggest issues he sees is dependence on high doses of caffeine from coffee and sugary energy drinks.
The result: A fast spike in energy… followed by fatigue, brain fog, and burnout.
Why Coffee Causes Energy Crashes
Coffee works by blocking adenosine, a chemical in your body responsible for making you feel tired. While caffeine temporarily masks fatigue, it does not actually create energy.
Once the caffeine wears off, the fatigue comes back—often stronger than before.
Coffee can also contribute to:
Blood sugar fluctuations
Energy spikes and crashes
Jitters and overstimulation
Afternoon fatigue
Dependency on multiple cups throughout the day
This is especially common when coffee is consumed:
On an empty stomach
With sugary creamers or syrups
In excessive amounts
The Problem With “Borrowed Energy”
Caffeine stimulates adrenaline and your body’s stress response. That’s why coffee can make you feel alert and focused initially.
But many people are simply borrowing energy from later in the day.
Eventually the body slows down:
Energy drops
Focus declines
Motivation crashes
That cycle often leads to another coffee… and the rollercoaster continues.
A Smarter Alternative: Functional Energy Gummies
Instead of relying on large amounts of coffee, Nick Pluenneke recommends smarter energy solutions that provide more controlled caffeine intake and easier dosing.
One option is Mocca Shots® functional energy gummies from NP Performance .
According to the manufacturer, Mocca Shots contain:
100 mg caffeine per gummy
B vitamins
Herbal nootropics including ginkgo biloba
Portable, fast-acting delivery
Plant-based caffeine options (NP Performance Gummies )
The gummies are designed to dissolve and absorb more quickly than traditional coffee or caffeine tablets through mucosal absorption in the mouth.
Many users prefer gummies because they allow for:
More precise caffeine control
Easier portioning
Convenient on-the-go energy
Less dependence on large coffee servings
Better Energy Habits
At NP Performance, energy is about more than caffeine.
Nick emphasizes:
Proper hydration
Balanced nutrition
Sleep quality
Exercise
Controlled caffeine intake
Because long-term performance comes from supporting your body—not overstimulating it.
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Where You Can Buy Mocca Shots and other Functional Health Gummies
Mocca Shots gummies are available directly from the official NickPluenneke.com website: NP Performance Gummies – Mocca Shots
Final Thoughts
Coffee itself is not necessarily the enemy. The real issue is how quickly caffeine hits the system—and how hard the crash can be afterward.
If you want steadier energy throughout the day, the key is:
Better caffeine management
Better nutrition
Better recovery
Smarter energy delivery systems
That’s the approach Nick Pluenneke and NP Performance advocate:
Helping people perform at a higher level without relying on the constant cycle of spikes and crashes.
Contact Nick Pluenneke
at contact@nickpluenneke.com for more info or visit us at www.nickpluenneke.com
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