What is the best electrolyte powder? For most runners, it’s one that not only meets your sweat needs but doesn’t overload your gut with sugar causing stomach cramps.
As always the answer depends on what you need from a product. Over the last year, I’ve been in search of my own go-to electrolyte to help give my recommendation.
Electrolyte powder is one of the most convenient electrolyte replacement options available on the market for runners
Through a lot of drinks and runs, I’ve tested a variety of flavors, brands, and options from lower to higher sugar content.
I’ve written in depth about why runners need electrolytes, and even shared Shalane Flannagan’s homemade electrolyte drink, so today let’s focus simply on breaking down these products and what I looked for in making my own judgement.
AND what you use matters because the right mix, helps water move from your stomach in to your bloodstream more quickly!
That means fighting off dehydration which can impact your performance and mood.
Why Consider Electrolyte Replacements?
When we lose body fluids, due to things like dehydration, diarrhea, or vomiting we also lose electrolytes. Plus, we lose significant amounts of electrolytes through sweating during exercise and intense physical activity such as…
