More about NPX

NPX — calm energy + clean hydration

What NPX is

A clean all-in-one morning mix designed to help you feel sharp, hydrated, and ready for anything — without the anxiety or crash.

For: parents • athletes • high performers 
When: morning → early afternoon
How: water + scoop(s), done

Why it works

Low-dose caffeine + L-theanine = smoother lift, calmer focus
Electrolytes for real hydration (not fake “energy”)
Creatine + support ingredients for daily performance & recovery
Personal dosing: 1 scoop per 100 lbs bodyweight
The dosing problem

Most drinks are either under-dosed (you feel nothing) or over-dosed (jittery, “expensive pee”). NPX is built around a simple rule so you can dial in what you actually need.

Gabe Malinski running an ultramarathon in Moab
From ultramarathons to everyday life.
Hydration is performance, energy is momentum and focus is presence.
NPX bottle
Built for mornings or before activity
Steady focus • clean hydration • no crash
Dosage
1 scoop / 100 lbs
Caffeine
30mg per scoop
Use
Work • training • parenting
A note from Gabe

Why I built NPX

I’m Gabe — an ultramarathon runner, a dad of two, and the founder of Never Peak. I used to think hydration was just “drink water and tough it out.” Then I started running long distances and realized hydration is the difference between performing and just surviving.
In high school I took creatine to “bulk up for football.” I tried hard — and it still wasn’t some magic shortcut. That’s a big reason I tell people this: you’re not going to wake up huge overnight. Getting truly “bulky” is not realistic or easy — even when that’s the goal.
Never Peak started in college as a clothing brand. Over time it turned into mission-driven events — including a David Goggins–style 4x4x48 challenge to raise money for youth mental health, a weekend growth retreat for young men pursuing personal growth, and the Be Happy 5K. Through our events we’ve raised over $30,000 for youth mental health.
I’ve always been searching for the right product to match the mission. In 2024, it clicked. I started experimenting by mixing hydration + creatine — then realized I could make it even better. I talked with doctors, nutritionists, trainers, and did a ton of independent research.
The more I learned, the more obvious it became: there’s no good reason people aren’t combining electrolytes + creatine — other than not enough people were actually taking creatine consistently.
I’ve tried dozens of supplements and hundreds of ingredients. I chose what I believe is the healthiest, safest, and most effective combination — then iterated it over and over with feedback. Hundreds of people tried it. We tweaked it. They tried it again. We improved it again. Eventually we landed on a blend people actually liked — and more importantly, felt.
I was caffeine-free for 3 years after months of waking up with nocturnal panic attacks. A genetic test showed my body breaks down caffeine slower than many people. That experience shaped NPX: it’s a low-dose approach, built for calm, steady energy — so you can be productive during the day and still sleep at night.
Today, NPX is part of how I stay present with my kids. My weekends are better. I’m a better partner. I can run on minimal sleep without anxiety, and still fall asleep at night. I contribute more to my community — and I’m genuinely happier.
Athletes, parents, and high performers have all used this — and so have my grandparents, parents, brothers, and close friends. They’re thriving, and I’m thriving — and I couldn’t do it without the product itself.

If you’re reading this, the pre-order is how we fund the first production run so we can mass produce NPX and get it into more hands.
Quick technicals

How to use + what to expect

Personal dosing
1 scoop per 100 lbs bodyweight. Start there for a week and adjust to what feels best.
Calm energy (not chaos)
The combo of caffeine + L-theanine is designed to feel smoother than typical energy drinks.
Hydration that actually helps
Electrolytes support hydration so you’re not just “stimulated” — you feel genuinely better.
Creatine misconceptions
Creatine isn’t a “get bulky overnight” switch. In real life, major size changes are hard to achieve. NPX is built for daily performance, recovery, and consistency.
Who it’s for
Parents, athletes, weekend warriors, busy professionals — anyone who wants a steady, clean start.
Note: If you have kidney issues, are pregnant/nursing, are under 18, or are sensitive to caffeine, talk to your healthcare professional before using.