How to Choose Eyeglass Frames for an Active Lifestyle
Glasses can be fragile—and if you live an active lifestyle, fragility doesn’t serve you well. From hitting the gym to morning jogs to walking the dog, accidents are bound to happen. Not only that, you want to be comfortable and feel confident that you can see clearly for all your daily activities. Keep reading to learn how to choose durable eyeglass frames and lenses.
Why Get Durable Eyeglasses?
Getting glasses for your active lifestyle is a smart investment and helps prevent eye injuries during physical activities. You won’t have to repeatedly buy replacement glasses, deal with foggy lenses or constantly push up slipping frames—which is distracting and could even be dangerous.
You need extra durable eyeglasses if you enjoy:
- Hiking
- Biking
- Working out
- Mountain climbing
- Running or walking
How to Pick Glasses for an Active Lifestyle
If you’re looking for virtually unbreakable eyeglasses, here are features to consider:
Frame Materials
The most important choice while shopping for the perfect glasses for an active lifestyle is selecting durable frames. This is because the frames surround the lenses and are more likely to take all the hits.
Plus, the frames affect how your glasses feel on your face.
Choose sturdy but lightweight frames. Heavier frames move around and slip more because of sweat.
When choosing eyeglass frames, start by considering the materials. Durable frames can be made of:
Titanium
This material is a popular choice for frames because it’s strong, lightweight, flexible and not too expensive. As a bonus, titanium is also hypoallergenic.
Beryllium
This material is a less expensive option than titanium. It’s strong, lightweight, corrosion-resistant and flexible.
Flexon
This material has “flex” in its name for a reason. Also known as memory metal, it can return to its original shape even after being twisted or bent. It’s also lightweight, corrosion-resistant and hypoallergenic.
Monel
This material is made with a mix of metals and is flexible and corrosion-resistant. However, it’s not the best choice for those with sensitive skin.
Stainless Steel
Stainless is another popular material for glasses frames. It’s lightweight (though not as light as titanium), strong and corrosion-resistant.
Aluminum
This metal tends to be used in high-end frames and is more expensive than the others mentioned. That said, it’s corrosion-resistant, flexible and strong.
Nylon
Nylon is often used when creating sport glasses frames because it’s strong, lightweight and flexible. The only downside is that over time, it can get brittle and break.
Discover how durable glasses can be. See Visionworks’ selection of Flexon frames.
Lenses
The other half of a pair of durable eyeglasses is the lenses. For active lifestyles, it’s best to select polycarbonate lenses because of their impact resistance. At Visionworks, we have three choices of polycarbonate lenses:
- Elite Non-Glare Lenses provide the highest level of scratch resistance.
- Polarized Lenses for sunglasses eliminate glare and provide enhanced color contrast.
- Light-reactive lenses are convenient; they are dark when you need protection from the sun outdoors and clear indoors.
100-Day Guarantee
When selecting new glasses, it’s worth looking at what kind of return guarantee or warranty is available. A pair of glasses may seem like the right fit when you’re in the store, but when you wear them in real life, they may be uncomfortable or unworkable in some way.
Visionworks has a 100-day guarantee. If by day 100, you’re not 100% in love with your new glasses, we’ll exchange them. Guaranteed.
Accessories that Work Well for Active Lifestyles
Consider these products to keep your glasses safe while doing physical activities.
Attachments
You can use cord or fabric attachments for your glasses, like lanyards or croakies, so they don’t hit the floor (or go into the lake or ocean) if they slip off your face.
Strap
Straps attach to your glasses and around the back of your head so your glasses fit like a pair of goggles.
Find Durable Eyeglasses at Visionworks
Visionworks has a wide selection of durable glasses for active lifestyles. We make it easy for you to get your eyes checked so you have the most up-to-date prescription to use for your new glasses—and can be proactive about protecting your vision health.
Find your ideal pair at Visionworks today!
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