Swimming is a great way to stay fit, and staying fit is a great way to keep your eyes healthy.

Protect You Lenses While Swimming

Chances are, taking your contact lenses off to swim isn’t an option. For those who wear contact lenses, a good pair of goggles is crucial to protecting your contact lenses and your eyes while in the water. Chlorine doesn’t just irritate your eyes; prolonged exposure can cause temporary blindness! In addition, microorganisms in the water can attach themselves to contact lenses and cause infection. Goggles that fit well prevent these problems.

Finding the Right Goggles

Goggles that fit properly rest comfortably on your bones, with no visible gaps between them and your face. A red ring around your eyes indicates that the goggles do not fit properly.

A final option for contact lens wearers is prescription goggles. Ask your eye doctor about outfitting your favorite pair with prescription lenses.