Whether you caught the running bug in lock down, or you’ve been knocking seconds off your marathon personal best with laps of the garden, improve your summer running season with the perfect pair of glasses.

The best sunglasses for running and light sensitive are definitely not just for professionals, as any outing with a pair of ordinary sunglasses will demonstrate. You need a secure, comfortable fit with plenty of circulation – around your nose and under your eyes – to avoid sweat and chafing.

Good UV protection is essential, even if you plan to only run in the evening. UVA and UVB defense should be sunglasses for running  you consider, but beyond that, pick lenses with a UV rating that matches the conditions you expect to run in – the higher the UV rating, the more protection.

We tested a variety of styles for all levels of runners, from casual joggers and weekend warriors to professional racers. 

We tested all of them in the city, and where lock down permitted, on gentle trails. We took a few mountain biking, too – a real test of stability and durability.

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