Not necessarily. Apart from athletes and sportspersons, any individual who leads an active lifestyle requires regular hydration, and will need more than just water to replenish the electrolyte balance in their body, and that is where electrolytes come in handy.

The timing depends on the type of the product:
i) Pre-Workout: 30-60 minutes before starting your activity.
ii) Intra-Workout: During your activity, at intervals of 15-30 mins.
iii) Post-Workout: 30 minutes after completing the activity to optimize recovery.

Electrolytes (sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium) are minerals that maintain fluid balance, muscle function, and nerve signaling. They are crucial for athletes to prevent dehydration, cramps, and maintain performance.

Energy gels supply a concentrated dose of carbohydrates designed to provide quick energy during endurance activities. They are easy-to-digest, portable, and often consumed by runners, cyclists, and triathletes.They contain simple sugars for rapid absorption and electrolytes to replace those lost through sweat.
You can consume Energy Gels as follows for sustained energy throghout long physical activities.
Before Activity: 5-10 minutes before for a quick energy boost.
During Activity: Every 30-45 minutes during endurance activities to maintain energy levels.