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Swimming goggles are a whether you are swimming for recreational or for competition.They come in variety of sizes,styles and shapes .The important uses of a swimming goggle include:
1.Protection of eyes from harmful effect of chlorine
2.Protection from UV rays if you are swimming outdoors.
3.Protecting your eyes from infection caused by microorganisms in water.

4.Swimming freely with eyes wide open even with contact lenses.

Swimming goggles changes in style,shape and sizes from time to time .Goggles can be for children or adults,tinted glasses,prescription lenses,anti-fog,UV protection and many varieties that makes you swim at your own comfort level with eyes wide open.
Here are some tips that you can keep in mind when choosing a model that suits you:

1.Proper fit:The swimming goggles will not serve its purpose if it is not fitting your face.The goggles should seal without allowing water to leak .The goggle should not be too tight that it may cut off the blood supply nor too loose fit.When you have the plan for choosing a prescription lens,make sure that you are comfortable with the goggle frame.You can ask your optician for a rough model to try out and see while swimming.This will ensure that there will be no problems with the model in future and the money for prescription lens is not wasted .A small tip to check whether the goggle is fit is to check whether it stays on your eyes for a second at least without straps.Choose one which has a good nose-piece and good strong straps.

2.Tinted lenses-This is important if you are a swimmer outdoors at day time.This will avoid the excess amount of sun light falling directly into the eye.

3.UV protection-This is important if you are a swimmer at day time.UV light protection is very important for your sensitive syes.

4.Other extra features-It is a personal choice.Some prefer extra features as prescription lenses.In such a case check whether your lenses match with your prescription.Consult your eye doctor and seek suggestions before choosing a prescription lens goggle.

5.Style :There are variety of styles to choose from.One good style is Swedish Style.They are really popular and affordable for all.Foam Gasket Style is another popular one that fits easily but they become useless with time as the foam tend to separate.There are special style goggles for children which comes in variety shapes and colors.Some of them may be quite expensive.Do not go for costly styles for children.Just a good fitting one of moderate price range is the best.For good price comparison and selection ,I would recommend the site:::http://www.pricegrabber .com/search_attrib.php/page_id =1895/form_keyword=swimming+go ggles/rd=1/mode=ink_kwfeed_18/ skd=1
Some name brands like speedo and Nike has good models to offer.

So enjoy swimming with your favorite goggles!

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