Yes, you should wear goggles when swimming. The best way to protect your eyes from irritation and potential damage while swimming is by wearing goggles.
Wearing swimming goggles provides numerous benefits:
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Protection from Irritants: Pool water contains chlorine and other chemicals that can irritate your eyes, causing redness, stinging, and blurred vision. Goggles create a barrier against these irritants.
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Improved Vision: Goggles allow you to see clearly underwater, improving your swimming experience and safety. Clear vision helps you navigate, avoid obstacles, and maintain proper form.
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Eye Infection Prevention: Goggles reduce the risk of eye infections by preventing direct contact with potentially contaminated water.
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UV Protection: Some goggles offer UV protection, shielding your eyes from harmful rays during outdoor swimming.
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Comfort: Many people find that swimming with goggles is more comfortable, as they don't have to squint or strain their eyes.
While it's possible to swim without goggles, wearing them significantly enhances your safety, comfort, and overall swimming enjoyment, especially in chlorinated pools or open water.
