Running long in hot weather? These portable drink mixes will keep you hydrated and replace what you've lost through sweat
As a year-round runner in central Texas, I depend on electrolyte supplements to survive the six months of the year when my heavy sweat output leaves a crusty layer of salt on my clothes. But to learn more about how to use them—and what to look for in the best options—I interviewed sports nutritionist Leslie Bonci, MPH, RD, CSSD, RDN, and owner of.
Low salt can lead to muscle cramps, but so too can low potassium. That’s why most electrolyte tablets include potassium to replace what you’ve lost through sweat and maintain fluid balance. The electrolyte mixes we tested here include anywhere from 38 to 400 milligrams of added potassium, though you can also meet your recommended daily amount of 4,700 milligrams through good food choices.
For those of us who run in the heat, being proactive with fluids, carbohydrate, sodium, and potassium before a run can also be helpful, says Bonci. But you’re not limited to electrolyte drinks—you can do that with a healthy diet, as well. “For instance, orange juice with salt added could be consumed before a run,” Bonci says.
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