THE BEST Electrolyte Products For Runners 2021

Here at The Running Channel we love testing all of the essentials for runners and feeding back our best picks. Anna and Rick will be giving you a rundown of all of the best electrolyte drinks for runners which will optimise your hydration. Providing the all-important taste test and which electrolytes drinks are the best to take with you on your long runs.

What are electrolytes, and why do they matter when running? Join Anna and Rick as they run you through why electrolytes are important. Watch as they test out the best and tastiest electrolytic products for runners.

Entries close at midnight (GMT) 7th July 2021.

↓↓ Which electrolyte products do you use? Do you prefer tablets, powders, or something else? Tell us your favourites in the comments below! ↓↓

What’s in this video?
0:00 Intro
0:40 What are electrolytes?
1:24 SOS Hydration
RRP: £8.59 for 10 servings
2:23 Torq
RRP: £10.00 for 6 servings & bottle
3:23 Precision Hydration
RRP: £8.99 for 10 servings
5:07 Active Root
RRP: £13.99 for 20 servings
6:55 Hydrant
RRP: £21.24 for 20 servings
8:17 Wiggle
£3.99 for 20 servings
9:08 HIGH5
RRP: £19.20 for 60 servings
10:32 Skratch Labs
RRP: £18.50 for 20 servings
12:40 Osmo
RRP: £20.54 for 20 servings
14:09 Veloforte
RRP: £29.99 for 24 servings
16:42 OTE
RRP: £45.00 for 120 servings
18:27 Science in Sport
RRP: £15.12 for 60 servings
20:21 Nuun
RRP: £27.96 for 40 servings
21:54 TRC Presenter Picks
23:40 Which Electrolyte Product Is Your Favourite?

Entries close at midnight (GMT) 7th July 2021.

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↓↓ Which electrolyte products do you use? Do you prefer tablets, powders, or something else? Tell us your favourites in the comments below! ↓↓

[Tay]

why are we talking about taste and not how they formulated it? you have no idea what you're drinking and why

[karenjennings]

I love that Rick is being given these treats while he's recovering. Now that he's starting to walk again you can make him a short walking course with a special snack/treat after every 100 steps. That'll get him to his 7500 step goal a day!

[sophiespal]

My husband did a triathlon a few years ago and during the run portion he ended up in the first aid tent due to dehydration. The bike portion of the race gave him a feeling of ease and natural cooling from the breeze but when he hit the run portion he realized too late he had not been fueling properly. Good video!

[HappyLife-vhey]

I'm been using Key nutrients and am happy with it.

[kerryjohnson]

SIS is my go to brand, I use them for tablets and gels. Feel I should try others, but after high5 giving me upset tum I’m reluctant. This video has defo got me thinking again

[paulsmith]

Definitely important stuff. I ran my first marathon (MK) in 2019 and at about mile 20 I ground to a complete halt despite having plenty of water and fuel. A very kind marshal gave me her bag of salt and vinegar crisps. After about a mile or so the salt kicked in and I was able to finish strong.... Trying again on SUNDAY! Wish me luck!

[racheller.]

Thank you for this, it's exactly what I needed right now. I've been looking for an electrolyte product but had no idea what to pick.

[OrdMandrell]

I'm surprised there was no mention of either GU or Tailwind? At least Performance Hydration snuck in there.

[paulvinten]

Bit of an SIS fan. I often take an SIS tablet in a water bottle on my runs. Gives me a bit of pep in my step. The gels are good too. Easy on a delicate stomach and helpful on the long sessions.

Secret bonus, after a night on the fun juice, have a glass of water with a tablet before bed and wake up without a headache!!!!

[JustKeepFlowingYes]

Nuun is definitely my favorite! Game changer

[ScootsRuns]

Always appreciate your reviews and explanation of the WHY and not just saying, “Hey buy these because we said so”. Thank you!

[NoynekydnA]

Great video. I use Nuun usually though I haven't tried that many different ones. The Nuun suits me.

[charmainelim]

Oooh I love ginger! Would love to try the super gingery one!

[cupofjoe]

SIS and Tailwind are brilliant.
Anna, good to see you give Rick a break and let him taste nice products this time.

[ericdunthorne]

Coconut water! One ingredient and tons of electrolytes.

[alanchadbone]

I use SaltStick chewies and active root sachets for longer runs. I have to admit, I was a little sceptical when buying the active root because of the ginger flavour but actually really enjoyed it and it will be my go to source of salt/electrolytes in the future

[jayg]

The SOS looks really good. Would like to give that a go!

[zofiajaworek]

Marmite peanut butter, one teaspoon before an hour long run and one after. I keep a jar in my drop bag as well. I just prefer savoury to sweet flavour

[jjjjjjj]

great options here, one i also enjoy is Tailwind