4 Tips for Wearing Glasses at the Gym
Use these tips for wearing glasses at the gym so you’re workouts aren’t affected.
Working out at the gym is a great way to keep yourself moving and physically fit.
Gyms are also a great alternative if you don’t have the space or resources for workout equipment at home, and are a great sanctuary for those who prefer to get workouts in between travels.
In a previous post, we highlighted some hotel gym workouts, even if hotel gyms don’t always have the best equipment. This ranges from upper body and chest workouts using dumbbells to bodyweight exercises for lower body, biceps, and triceps.
Of course, depending on where you’re subscribed, you’ll likely find a wider variety of gm equipment available.
When working out at the gym, it is important to ensure you’re comfortable and aren’t at risk of hurting yourself or others around you.
For gym enthusiasts who require glasses or other eyewear for vision correction, however, this can be a challenge since glasses are prone to falling or getting misplaced depending on the workout and equipment you’re dealing with.
Fortunately, there are many ways you can keep your eyewear and eyes safe at the gym. Below, we’ll share four tips for doing so.
Look for Sturdy Material
If your glasses use thin or seemingly flimsy materials, you may compromise your workout sessions trying to be extra careful with handling them mid-workouts.
As mentioned above, glasses can also easily fall or fly off due to all the movement when working out. Fortunately, there are lots of glasses that use stronger and more reliable materials.
When you buy eyeglasses online, you can browse through a range of reputable brands, from Oakley to Ray-Ban, all of whom offer high-quality eyewear made with top-notch and durable materials.
For example, the Oakley Airdrop are perfect rectangular sports glasses that are lightweight and flexible, making them comfortable to wear all day long without you having to worry about them getting damaged.
Depending on the online retailer you go with, you’re also likely to find these authentic designer frames for a fraction of the cost you’d pay elsewhere.
Retailers like FramesDirect.com also accept flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) dollars for its prescription glasses, prescription sunglasses, and prescription contacts if you’d like to save on funds.
Ensure Perfect Grip
Another tip for a hassle-free gym experience for glasses-wearers is to ensure you find the perfect fit and grip for your glasses.
You may want to try wraparound eyewear like the new Adidas DUNAMIS, which features a world-exclusive thermoformed lens designed for optimal athletic performance.
These lenses are also oleophobic and hydrophobic, and are equipped with anti-dust and anti-scratch coatings for extra durability. The lightweight and aerodynamic frame is designed for both safety and comfort, and boasts a new rubber grip ensuring the glasses remain stable along your temples.
A crucial trait of the all-new DUNAMIS is its wraparound design, which also has an innovative lower edge design as well as improved ventilation slots at the front to ensure the glasses don’t start slipping or feel sticky after a sweaty session at the gym.
The wraparound silhouette is also contoured to provide a perfect fit for your face, making sure that the eyewear sits comfortably regardless of your workout or movement. Of course, the iconic 3-bar logo from Adidas is prominently displayed on the top right of the lens.
Pack a Cleaning Cloth
Sweating and constantly moving can be a nightmare for glasses wearers. Depending on humidity and temperature, this can often cause lenses to fog up.
Sweat, dust, and other particles you may come across at the gym can also build up and cause distortions in your vision, which can be dangerous if you’re handling heavy or complex gym equipment.
As such, it is recommended to always pack a cleaning cloth with you.
Having a cleaning cloth handy ensures you won’t have to use the tip of your shirt or workout clothing to wipe sweat drops or fog marks off your lenses. You may also want to bring some lens cleaning liquid if you think the cleaning cloth won’t be enough.
Cleaning your glasses regularly, and especially after workouts, is a good way to maintain their quality. Dried sweat on your glasses may also cause itchiness or irritation after some time, so routine cleaning is a good way to prevent that.
Bring a Spare Pair of Glasses
Finally, you may want to bring a spare pair of eyeglasses if you have one available.
While there are lots of things and habits you can practice to ensure your glasses don’t get damaged, misplaced, or lost at the gym, there’s also no denying that accidents can happen.
As such, having a spare pair of glasses at bay can ensure you won’t have to squint or strain your eyes for the rest of a workout.
Spare eyeglasses are also extremely useful if you have a really high prescription or can’t properly see or function without your glasses.
Of course, as with your main pair of glasses, you’ll want to make sure that your spare are also comfortable, have your updated prescription, and have a good grip for intense workouts.
If you found this post useful, you can check out more fitness insights and guides to hotel gyms on the Fittest Travel website.
