I Tested All Day Vitality – The Pickleballer’s Electrolyte Drink Mix

Let’s be real… Staying hydrated is essential, but let’s face it—plain water is boring. Plus, it doesn’t replenish the key minerals your body burns through. According to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, staying hydrated has countless benefits, and electrolytes play a crucial role—from muscle function to brain power. But most of us don’t get them in the right balance—especially when we’re pushing our limits on the pickleball court!

Enter All Day Vitality Electrolyte Drink Mix—the first electrolyte mix designed specifically for pickleball players. It’s been on the market for less than a year, and I’ve been putting it to the test daily for the last three weeks. My verdict? It works, and even better—it tastes great! With noticeable results and solid flavor, I’m giving it 4.75 balls out of 5!

Quick Video Review

By The Numbers

Feature	Details
Servings	30 on-the-go powder packets per package
Flavors	3 flavors
Electrolytes	7 key electrolytes + dehydrated coconut water
Water Needed	16-32 oz per serving
Calories	10-15 per packet
Sodium	350 mg
Carbohydrates	3-5 g
Sugar	0 g
Artificial Ingredients/Colors	None
Price	$45 per package ($31 with a subscription)

First Impressions: A Surprise Sip

A few weeks ago, at the annual Diadem Pickleball Celebration in Florida, I stumbled upon a much-needed refreshment break—All Day Vitality was there sampling their electrolyte drink mix. After some intense pickleball action, my wife and I happily grabbed a few samples—Dinkberry, Mixed Melon, and Citrus Slice (yes, all cleverly named after pickleball!).

The verdict? They all passed the flavor test—a must for any hydration mix. Lightly sweetened with natural stevia, they had just the right balance without being overpowering. After all, no matter how beneficial a drink is, if it doesn’t taste good, it’s a tough sell. Literally!

But here’s where it got even more interesting—while chatting with Brett, a co-founding advisor, we learned about the impressive qualities behind this electrolyte mix. Most of them are listed in the By the Numbers section above—but more on that later!

Game Play Testing: Putting All Day Vitality to Work

Once I got back home, Brett followed up and sent me a batch of All Day Vitality to test and share. A couple of days later, I had the colorful packets in hand, and my wife and I started drinking it daily—even on my non-pickleball days. (I tend to run dehydrated in winter, so this was a welcome addition.)

Easy to Use, Easy to Mix

The packets are simple to open and mix—just a couple of shakes in my Owala bottle, and they dissolved completely. No clumps, no fuss.

The flavors? Bold, refreshing, and satisfying. The package recommends adjusting the water-to-mix ratio based on personal taste, and after some experimenting, my sweet spot was about 24 oz of cold water.

My flavor ranking? Mixed Melon took the crown, followed by Citrus Slice, with Dinkberry in third place.

Real Results: No More Cramps!

I’m prone to foot and leg cramps from daily activities—especially after playing pickleball. After drinking All Day Vitality daily, I noticed a difference. The cramping? Gone.

I made it a habit to drink half a bottle before playing, the rest during and after, and sometimes another half-serving throughout the day. And it worked. As we move into spring and summer, I can already see myself increasing my intake.

So, What Makes This Drink Mix Special?

After my initial experience, I wanted to dig deeper. Brett and I had a long conversation, and this product checks all the right boxes for me—no artificial sweeteners, ingredients, or colors, plus low calories, low carbs, and a moderate sodium level.

As Brett explained, All Day Vitality was specifically formulated for pickleball players. He and his wife—both health and wellness fanatics—worked with one of America’s top nutrition experts to craft a formula that meets the hydration needs of active players.

Their priorities? Function, taste, and intentional ingredient ratios. They also researched pickleball players’ perspiration levels to create the optimal balance of electrolytes. Plus, they kept it clean—non-GMO, naturally sourced sea salt for sodium, and natural coloring from turmeric (Citrus Slice), beet root (Mixed Melon), and blue spirulina (Dinkberry).

From formulation to function, this drink mix was built for pickleball—and it shows.

How Does It Compare to Other Drinks?

I’m still a fan of TIIGA Gut Health + Hydration, which I tested last year. It leans more toward gut health support, which I really like. TIIGA has slightly more calories and lower sodium than All Day Vitality, but with 5 grams of fiber and a great taste, it remains in my rotation. Price-wise, it’s comparable.

I’ve also used Nuun tablets—their electrolyte balance and calorie count are similar, but the taste? Just okay. Plus, the tablets take a few minutes to dissolve, which isn’t ideal when you want quick hydration. That said, Nuun is more budget-friendly, even without a subscription.

Then there’s Propel (Gatorade’s zero-calorie option). It has a decent electrolyte profile, but the downside? Artificial ingredients and Acesulfame Potassium (aka Equal)—a deal-breaker for me. I prefer to keep my hydration clean and simple.

The Final Score

Category	Rating (Out of 5 Tennis Balls) 🎾
Packaging	🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾 (5)
Ingredients	🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾 (5)
Mixing	🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾 ½ (4.5)
Taste	🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾 (5)
Cost/Value	🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾 ¾ (4.75)
Nutrient Impact	🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾 (5)
OVERALL	🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾 ¾ (4.75)

The fact that this drink was designed specifically for pickleball players? Big win. The fact that it’s low-calorie, easy to mix, all-natural, and actually tastes great? Even bigger win. Honestly, there’s little to complain about—other than the bold flavor, which just means I need at least a 24 oz bottle to get my perfect mix. Minor detail.

If you’re on the hunt for a new go-to hydration mix, this one’s absolutely worth a shot. Drink up—or as All Day Vitality puts it: Dink. Drop. Drive. Play. All Day!

Pickle on my friends, pickle on…