Any short-sighted folk out there having trouble with eyewear? I wear specs, not contacts, and I can run in them happily as long as it's not raining. When it's wet, I just go without and hope I don't bump into anything, which adds an extra element of excitement/terror to my runs.
However, my prescription sunglasses are too loose to run in so when it's sunny, I end up squinting.
Should I try contacts and then get a pair of non-prescription sports sunglasses, buy prescription sports sunglasses...or just run blind and stay out of the traffic?
Hi there, I'm myopic too, I used an old pair of single vision specs for a while, but now I'm in varifocals that wasn't always ideal π , trying to read my barcode at parkrun etc., I use a peaked cap or golfers visor for the sun/rain, works a treat, especially in the rain, and does help to reduce sun glare etc.,
I've been using my varifocals in the sun as they've got photochromic lenses, they seem fine, I've not really had a problem with them being loose. If it's raining I'd go back to the single vision and the peaked cap.
Hope you find something that suits.
Mx
Thanks - I tried a peaked cap but it drove me mad, probably because I pinched it from my husband so it was far too big! I like the idea of a golf visor - less chance of a sweaty head! I'll definitely track one of those down (without pinching it off hubby this time). I think the least I need is a pair of not-so-floppy sunglasses but not sure whether to get prescription ones or not.
Yes, I was worried about my head getting too hot, my cap is a real cheapy from Tesco's, thin breathable material too. I did shop around for the visor as many things labelled as 'running' can be pricey, hence looking at the golf stuff......in a discount sports store......
I always have to have my hair off the back of my neck too, a pony tail helps to keep a cap in place.......through the back fastening of a cap.....
It's the first time I've had photochromic lenses, I do like them.
Mx
I've never tried the photochromic lenses. I'd definitely consider giving them a go. I just wish my prescription sunglasses fit well enough to stay on my face!