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Happy New Year! If one of your New Year’s goals is to start running (or to keep up your habit of running), know that the proper gear is essential — because there’s no bigger deterrent than a fanny pack that keeps sliding, leggings that ride up or — worse — sunglasses that bounce. After mustering up the discipline to go running, you only end up frustrated, dejected and much less likely to keep up the habit.
But every outdoor runner should have a good pair of running sunglasses. Good running sunglasses don’t slide, slip or bounce; have UV protection; contain prescription lenses (if needed) and prevent fogging. These glasses are hard to come by, especially if you’re on a budget, but Zenni recently launched a collection that combines the premium features mentioned with competitive prices and versatile designs that suit every face shape, running pace or weather condition. They allow you to focus on what’s most important: the run!
Zunnies glasses are lighter and thinner than other running sunglasses yet are much more durable. Premium PC thermoplastic makes them up to 30 times stronger than regular plastic lenses that deteriorate quickly over time. They feel custom-made, especially with precision digital shaping, wide fields of view and smooth focus shifts. Instead of enduring a slight visual lag when checking your devices mid-run, these glasses are designed to reduce eye strain and allow for rapid focus shifts. You’ll forget you’re even wearing glasses!
And no, you don’t have to sacrifice style. There are pages of swoon-worthy glasses to choose from, each with grippy temple tips, adjustable nose pads, reduced glare and UVA and UVB ray protection. Whether you prefer neutral black and gray lenses or fun colors like pink, green and red, there’s a pair of sunnies with your name on it! You can choose from wraparound, square, rectangle, oval, aviator, full-rim and half-rim options, so you’re destined to find your perfect pair.
The Wrap-Around Sports Sunglasses are a particularly popular pick, combining a sporty style with peak functionality. We’d expect these sunnies to cost at least $100, but most Zunnies glasses don’t cross the $30 mark. It’s a dream come true for fashionista runners with prescription glasses — or not. The site has plenty of options for everyone! It even allows you to (virtually) try on any style you please.
Trust Us . . . you’ll want to grab a few varieties of these glasses. They also make the perfect gift for the active person in your life, whether it be a runner, hiker or speed walker!
Get the Zunnies Zero-Bounce Sunglasses at Zenni Optical!
