The 11 Best Running Sunglasses That Are Total Game Changers

These high-performance sunglasses are literally Everest-proof—so you don't have to worry about them not keeping up on your workouts. They feature polarized 3CF polycarbonate lenses and a colored mirror coating to improve the filtration of visible light. Thanks to a shock-absorbent insert, they're comfortable, too.  

What's not to love about a great pair of Oakley's? We love the Split Shot design for their super discreet cord that keeps them in place as well as their ability to be ordered with a prescription. 

If you're in search of something more casual, Warby Parker's sleek scratch-resistant glasses are perfect for lower-intensity workouts (and you can wear them for everyday purposes). This stylish pair is made from impact-resistant polycarbonate and comes with the option to swap in prescription lenses.  

We like Jojen's polarized sunglasses because they get everything right for an affordable price. The lenses are the star feature: They have nine layers, including an anti-scratch film and UV-protecting membrane. Even the frame is high-quality thanks to TR90, a thermoplastic material that's both incredibly durable and super lightweight.  

Want full-coverage, durable Grilamid lenses, and an Oakley-type look for half the price? Buy Tifosi’s Aethon. These sport shades punch above their price point with three lens options in the box, including a clear set for low-light use. Vents in the frame prevent fogging, and a removable brow bar kept forehead sweat out of our eyes on hot and humid runs. The hydrophilic rubber grippers don’t move on sweaty faces, and the ear and nosepieces are adjustable. 

These frames may be lightweight, but they're built to withstand years of wear and tear: Oakley uses a patented polycarbonate material that's super durable. The lenses offer clear peripheral vision and block all UV rays so you can stay focused on your runs.  

The Roka Phantom Alloy Aviators are our pick for runners who want ultralight shades that seemingly disappear on the face. The thin temple arms have grippers that keep the 19-gram glasses pinned to your face without any evident pressure on your temples, and they’re flexible enough to accommodate a variety of face shapes. 

Lightweight and slim for an understated look with a ready-to-travel size, the Revel Speed is a great choice for runners who prefer to slip their shades on and off throughout a workout. A pair of these can easily fit right into a pocket or slide on top of your head without snagging. 

With a name like ForceFlex, we figured we should try to break these 34-gram glasses. With our bare hands, we couldn’t—they really are so flexible that you can bend them 180 degrees in any direction—so then we sat on them. Then we stepped on them, jumped on them, ran them over with a bike, and threw them at a wall—no damage, not even a scratched lens. You can bend the temple arms with enough force, but they just bend back into place. 

The Native Vigor Advanced Fit is lightweight, well-ventilated, and ready for the demands of serious endurance athletes. The 24-gram shades feature side vents to prevent fogging, and adjustable nose pads and temple boots to help you customize the fit. The glasses sit farther away from the face than other performance-oriented frames, which keeps accumulated brow sweat from blurring your vision, but also means there’s less coverage on the bottom half of the relatively thin glasses. 

Ray-Bans are a true classic, and this style transitions perfectly from a long run in the sunshine to an afternoon out and about—ideal for those who don't love having to switch between multiple pairs. The rectangular design features adjustable silicon nose pads and no-slip temple tips so the sunglasses stay put on your morning jog.