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So, I’ve been trying to up my hydration game lately. You know, ’cause everyone’s always saying how important it is to drink enough water. But honestly, just plain water gets boring sometimes. Plus, I’m pretty active, and I feel like I need a little extra something, especially after a good sweat.
That’s when I started looking into these hydration powders. You’ve probably seen them around. They promise to hydrate you faster and better than just water alone. The two big names that kept popping up were Liquid IV and Waterboy. So, naturally, I had to try them both and see what the hype was all about. This is no professional experiment, just one man’s journey to stay hydrated, and here is what I found.
Round 1: Liquid IV
First up, I grabbed a bunch of Liquid IV packets. They were easy enough to find online. The first thing I noticed was the taste. I tried the lemon-lime flavor, and it was pretty good! Not too sweet, but definitely more interesting than plain water. Mixing it was simple, just dump the packet into my water bottle and shake it up. No problem there.
I started drinking Liquid IV after my workouts and also just throughout the day when I felt a little sluggish. Honestly, I did feel a difference. I felt more energized, and I didn’t get that afternoon slump as often. It seemed like it was actually helping me stay hydrated.
Round 2: Waterboy
Next, it was time to give Waterboy a shot. I got the variety pack. The flavors were a little different than Liquid IV, more in the fruit punch family, but the initial taste test was not too bad. I mean, it didn’t taste like a fruit punch, but it was tolerable. Mixing was the same deal – easy peasy.

With Waterboy, I followed the same routine. I drank it after workouts and when I felt like I needed a boost. I have to say, I noticed a similar effect as Liquid IV. It definitely helped me stay hydrated, and I felt pretty good while using it. Although, I found myself reaching for the Liquid IV packets more often. But, from an energy and hydration perspective, it did what it said it would do.
The Verdict
So, which one is better? Honestly, it’s tough to say. They both did a good job of keeping me hydrated. I felt more energized and just generally better when I was using either one of them compared to just drinking plain water. I guess in the end, what I can say is, I still have both on hand. I reach for the Liquid IV if I want something to sip on throughout the day, and I will grab a Waterboy packet if I am feeling a little more dehydrated than usual, maybe after an extra hard workout or if I am feeling under the weather.
But hey, that’s just my experience. Everyone’s different, so you might have a different take. My advice? Give them both a try and see which one works better for you. Hydration is important, and if these powders help you drink more, then that’s a win in my book. So, go forth and hydrate! You might be surprised at how much better you feel.