If you’re a swimmer that wears glasses or contact lenses, you’ll need prescription swim goggles. A lot of people try wearing their glasses or contact lenses while swimming and even snorkeling. The problem is the very high chance of water leaking through the goggles making it very uncomfortable when the salt or chlorine water comes in contact.

Before you decide on which prescription swim goggles to choose, there are 3 things you should look for.

1. Get goggles with flat lens. The flat lens will give clear perspective of the pool and help prevent distortions when looking underwater.

2. Make sure the prescription swim goggles have a silicone seal around the edges. Preventing water from leaking into the goggle is a major factor. Silicone is more durable then the regular rubber seals that some googles have. The regular rubber seals will have wear out faster increasing the chances of water leaking into the goggles.

3. Get the one that matches your style. Some people prefer wearing prescribed swim goggles that has the same look as non-prescribed swimming goggles.

Keep 100% of focus on your technique and breathing while swimming, not on your glasses or contact lenses. Whether you are swimming for fun or doing competetive swimming, make sure you are using swimming goggles that will fit your needs.