DIY Electrolyte Powder

How I Make My Own DIY Electrolyte Powder (And Why You Should Too)

I used to spend way too much money on name-brand electrolyte packets. You know the ones—$2 a pop, flashy packaging, half the dose you actually need, and packed with sugar or ingredients I couldn’t even pronounce.

So one day I thought: Why am I paying premium prices for something I can make myself with four ingredients I can order online?

Turns out… making your own DIY electrolyte powder mix is easy, way cheaper, and you can tweak it to match your needs better than any store-bought version.

Let me break it down for you real quick.

Why You Even Need Electrolytes

If you’re out there training hard—running, biking, lifting, sweating in the sauna, or just chasing kids around in the heat—you’re losing more than just water. You’re losing sodium, potassium, magnesium, and a few other key minerals your body needs to stay hydrated and perform well.

Skip replenishing them and you might feel:

• Lightheaded

• Foggy

• Crampy

• Sluggish

• Or like you’re running on 10% battery

Sound familiar?

The Problem With Most Electrolyte Powders

Most of the stuff you see on shelves is either:

• Full of sugar or fake sweeteners

• Too low in actual electrolytes

• Overpriced!!

• Or made for “taste” instead of performance

So, I started building my own. Clean. Simple. Straight to the point.

Here’s What I Use (Just 4 Things)

I keep it minimal and effective. I came up with this custom formula that lands perfectly between my two go-to electrolyte mixes—BPN Electrolytes and LMNT. Here’s what goes into my DIY mix:

1. Salt (Sodium)

Good ol’ pink Himalayan or sea salt. This is your core electrolyte.I use about 1/4 teaspoon per serving which gives you around 800mg of sodium.

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2. Potassium Chloride

This balances the sodium, helps with muscle function, and supports nerve signals.I use about 1/16 teaspoon per serving—roughly 200mg potassium.

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3. Magnesium Malate

This one helps with recovery, energy, muscle relaxation, and just feeling like your body isn’t fried after a hard day. I go with 1/8 teaspoon per serving which is roughly 60mg of magnesium.

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4. Optional: Flavor & Sweetener

This is just for taste. I’ll add a dash of lemon juice powder, a splash of Mio or flavor drops. You can also add it to the supplements you're already mixing, like pre-workout or carb drinks.

Real Talk: What This Did for My Training and Wallet

This summer, while training for my world record swim attempt, I was going through 4–7 hours of training per day, six days a week. I used to spend over $150 a month on electrolyte powders and sodium supplementation alone.

Now?

I spend $44 for 800 servings of raw ingredients.

That breaks down to about $4 per month for the same—actually, better—hydration support.

I get to:

• Mix it right into my pre-workout or protein

• Use flavors I already like (blue raspberry, orange, pink lemonade)

• Skip the sugar, fillers, and guesswork

One of my favorite tricks is mixing the electrolyte blend into my blue raspberry pre-workout, then adding a splash of blue raspberry Mio to round it out and cut the salty edge. Tastes amazing, feels clean, and works way better.

How I Mix It

I usually mix one serving into 16–20 oz of water. Shake it up, and that’s it. You’ve got a powerful, clean electrolyte drink that costs maybe $0.08–$0.10 instead of $2 or more.

I’ll make a bigger batch sometimes and store it in a mason jar with a scoop, like a pre-workout powder. Super convenient.

Want to Customize It?

That’s the beauty of this — you can adjust the ingredients to match your body:

• Sweat a lot? Up the salt.

• Cramping? Bump the potassium or magnesium.

• Sensitive stomach? Try magnesium glycinate instead of citrate.

• Want it sweeter? Add stevia, or even a splash of fruit juice or Mio.

Here’s the Cost Breakdown

Let’s do the math real quick:

Product	Cost per Serving
LMNT	$1.00–$1.50
Liquid IV	$1.25
DIY Mix	~$0.08 ✅

Over a month? That’s a $140+ in savings for me, and over a year—it’s nearly $1,000.

Final Thoughts

If you're training consistently or just want to feel better during hot days, don’t overlook your electrolytes. And if you're tired of overpriced, underdosed powders—try making your own.

I’ve used this method every day during my hardest training blocks, and I’ll never go back. Clean ingredients. No filler. No gimmicks. Just what my body needs.

Let me know if you give it a shot—I’ll send you my exact ratios or help you tweak it for your goals.

Stay strong. Stay salty.

– Jace

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*Disclaimer:

The information in this blog post is based on personal experience and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice or to replace the guidance of a licensed healthcare professional. Always consult with your doctor or a qualified health provider before making changes to your nutrition, supplement routine, or exercise program—especially if you have any medical conditions or are taking prescription medications. The DIY electrolyte mix shared here is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Use responsibly and listen to your body.