Sun Protection
2 articles
WellnessOctober 22, 2026 · 9 MIN
Eye Health for Outdoor Athletes: UV Protection and Sport Eyewear Guide
Outdoor athletes accumulate 2–3x more annual UV eye exposure than the general population. This guide covers UV damage mechanisms, sport sunglasses lens selection, and long-term eye health monitoring for runners, cyclists, and triathletes.
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WellnessOctober 19, 2026 · 10 MIN
Sun Protection and Skin Cancer Prevention for Outdoor Athletes
Outdoor endurance athletes face 2–5 times the melanoma risk of the general population due to cumulative UV exposure across training and racing. Despite this, sun protection is routinely deprioritized or done incorrectly — particularly reapplication during long events. This guide covers the science of SPF, sweat-resistant formulations, UPF clothing, high-risk body sites, and how to balance sun protection with vitamin D needs.
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