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What to Expect After Doing Vision Exercises? ...........................................................................................4 Before You Start Your Vision Exercise Routine .........................................................................................6
Shifting and Swinging Vision Exercise.......................................................................................................33 Contouring Vision Exercise.........................................................................................................................35 Vision Exercises & Eye Charts ...................................................................................................................37
Increase your overall awareness about vision. How vision works, what can influence it in a good or in a bad way. Being aware of the most common eyesight disorders, what their risk factors, causes and symptoms are will definitely help you create and maintain a healthier vision-friendly lifestyle.
Finally, if you are looking to reap out the full benefits of doing vision exercises you need to know that you can expect results only if you make additional simple yet significant changes to your diet and lifestyle habits.
6. If you plan to make your own vision exercise routine or add eye exercises to one of the routines included in this book, make sure you relax your eyes before and after each vision exercise and at the beginning and at the end of the routine. You can use any or a combination of the Vision Relaxation Techniques listed on page 24 as well as the Blinking Vision Exercise on page 40. 7. Do not strain your eyes. If you feel eye discomfort while performing an eye exercise or if you are unable to perform an exercise in its full repetitions, do not push yourself. Each person progresses differently and you should not be worried if your eyes need more time to adjust. 8. Create a healthy exercise environment. Exercise in a well lit room but avoid glaring light. Any supporting materials (charts, objects, etc) should be well-lit too. 9. Choose the best eye training time. It is recommended to perform your vision exercise routine when your eyes are relaxed early in the morning, for example. If youd like to work-out during work or in the evening, make sure you relax your eyes very well before your eye exercise session. 10. Opt for a healthier overall lifestyle. Numerous lifestyle changes can help you to improve your eyesight naturally. Get rid of any unhealthy habits such as smoking and alcohol consumption, create and stick to a vision-friendly diet, start exercising regularly and make sure you work in a vision-friendly environment.
Green Therapy
This is probably the easiest of all eye relaxation techniques. All you need to do is spend a couple of minutes staring at something green located at reasonable distance. Of all colors, green is tiring our eyes the least and this is why it is used for eye relaxation. In addition, our eyes relax while looking at far away objects. Give yourself a break and dedicate a couple of minutes per hour to look at a tree outside your building or at the plant in the far away corner of your room.
Head Rolls
One of the general causes of the majority of serious eye diseases is related to poor blood supply to the eye nerve and the various tissues and structures comprising the eye. Luckily, this problem can be overcome with some easy vision exercises to improve eyesight. We strongly recommend the following exercise as a great way to improve the blood supply to your eyes. Moreover, it will help your head, neck and shoulder muscles to relax, making it perfect for those who spend long ours in front their computer screens, reading, writing or doing another type of monotonous eye work. Here is what you need to do: 1. Regulate your breathing by taking several slow and deep breaths. Close your eyes. Push all thought out of your mind and relax. 2. Take a deep breath and as you exhale drop your chin to your chests. Do it slowly, relaxing the neck and the shoulders at the same time. 3. Inhale deeply and slowly roll your head to the right and then to the back. Keep your neck and shoulder muscles relaxed all the time. Let your head roll as if it is disconnected from your body. 4. Start exhaling as you roll your head to the other side and exhale fully when it reaches your chests again. 5. Repeat the Head Rolls exercise two times from right to left, take a short break and do it twice in the opposite direction. There is no limit to how many times a day you can do this vision exercise. What is important is to remember that by doing it you are helping your vision to improve in all natural way.
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Eyelid Massage
You surely know that massages can have very beneficial effect on the human body. The same principle fully applies when we discuss eye massage. Here is a safe and simply eye self-massage technique that must be part of your natural vision restoration program. Here is what you need to do: 1. Take off your correction glasses or contact lenses (if you wear any). 2. Sit comfortably on a chair, close your eyes and relax. 3. Put the fingers of your right hand together as if you are cupping something in your hand. 4. Place your fingers on your right eyelid. Do not press over the eye; try to make a very light contact with the eyelid. 5. Start vibrating your fingertips slightly. Continue for a minute. 6. Repeat the same with your left hand on your left eyelid. This vision self-massage technique is excellent for improving the blood flow to your eyes, for stimulating your vision and releasing any tension that have accumulated in your eye muscles. You will see a definite improvement of your eyesight right after you finish the massage. In long term, this self-massage technique promotes better vision by stimulating the vision system and improving the focusing abilities of the eyes. If you are looking for ways to improve your eyesight naturally, you should combine the above self-massage with some of our vision exercises.
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Vision Exercises
Figure Eights Vision Exercise
Figure Eights are one of the best vision exercises to improve eyesight, as it is great for building eye muscles strength and enhancing eye muscles flexibility. It is one of the easiest vision exercises and can be done at any time of the day and at any place. Here is how to perform Figure Eights: 1. Place chair three steps away from a wall (approximately 10 feet). 2. Imagine a big figure eight, flipped horizontally is right there on the wall in front of you. 3. Start tracing the outlines of the figure with your eyes. You can go from its middle point left to right or vice versa, it doesnt really matter in which direction you will choose to trace the figure first. Do it slowly and work with your eyes only - remember to not move your head! 4. Once you trace the figure eight in one direction, stop and relax your eyes for a few seconds and trace it in the opposite direction. 5. Do the exercise four times. If tracing the figure eights four times makes your eyes tired, do not push yourself. Start with one repetition and increase the number of repetitions slowly until you feel comfortable doing the full number of repetitions. Another great vision exercise for improving eye muscle strength and enhancing eyesight is the Two Dots Eye Exercise.
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4. Start rotating your eyes clockwise: Move them up and look at number 12, then slowly move them to 1, 2, 3 oclock until you reach number 6. Keep on rotating your eyes until you reach upward position. 5. Repeat the above 10 times and make a short break. 6. Do the same 10 times but in counterclockwise direction. 7. Finish the Eyes Stretch exercise with the Palming Eye Relaxation Technique. People who have astigmatism can do this exercise while keeping their head bended to the direction into which eye movements are harder. For example, if you find it difficult to move your eyes to the left bend your head slightly to the left and perform the above exercise. The whole exercise should take you less than 5 minutes. However, remember to take your time and do it slowly. Breathe regularly throughout the exercise - dont hold your breath just because you are focused on moving your eyes. Do not worry if you are unable to complete the whole exercise in its 20 repetitions the first time you try. Your eye muscles need some time to adapt so eventually you will come around. Doing the Eyes Stretch vision exercise will keep your eye muscles relaxed and in perfect shape. It will reduce the pressure in your eyes and help you improve your eyesight naturally.
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4. Once you see clearly the number 1 on the small chart, move your eyes towards the wall calendar and search the number one on it. Concentrate on it until you see it clearly. 5. Next, move your eyes again to the small chart in your hands and look at the number 2. Search for the same number on the wall calendar. 6. Repeat the same for all the dates in the month. The goal of this vision exercise is to remove the tension off your eye muscles, make them more flexible and regain their ability for fast focusing shifts. The exercise is a great way to reduce eyestrain and general vision stress as well.
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Blinking is one of the easiest vision exercises; it can be done several times per hour, virtually anywhere. Here is what you should do: 1. Close your eyes for a second and relax. 2. Blink 15 times rapidly. Do not put extra tension on your eyelids or your face. Try to blink lightly, as if your eyelids are the wings of a butterfly.
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3. Close your eyes for a second and relax. 4. Repeat the exercise twice. Blinking eyesight exercise is a great way to remove your vision stress. Remind yourself to do it at least once per hour and you will notice an improvement of your vision almost immediately.
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3. Finish if with the Palming Eye Relaxation Technique or the Blinking eye exercise. If you are outside: 1. Find a convenient location. 2. Close your eyes for a second and relax. 3. Find a building or another object located in the distance and trace its outer contours with your eyes. Next, start tracing its windows and entrance. 4. Move your eyes to an object located half the distance of the first one. Trace its contours and the outlines of its details the same way you did with the first object. 5. Finally, move your eyesight towards something situated near you. Trace it the same way you did before. 6. Finish with the Palming Eye Relaxation Technique or with the Blinking vision exercise. The whole exercise should take you approximately 3 minutes. It is a wonderful way to take a break from your work and give your eyes and your mind a couple of minutes to relax.
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Sequence I: First, you will be moving your head between the top left, top right and bottom right dots of the chart. 1. Look at the top left dot on the chart; point it with your nose. 2. Slowly move your head from left to right until your nose is pointing the top right dot. 3. Continue moving your head down until your nose is aligned with the bottom right point. Now, find the bottom left dot of the chart. 1. Point it with your nose and move your hear to the right until it is aligned with the bottom right dot. 2. Move your head back to the bottom left dot. 3. Move your head up until your nose is aligned to the upper left dot. Sequence II: Once you complete the above sequence, take a minute to relax and proceed to the next sequence of movements: 1. Point your nose to the top left dot. Start moving your head towards the top right dot until your nose is aligned with it. 2. Without interrupting the smooth movement of your head, slide your head diagonally down toward the bottom left dot. 3. Once your nose is centered at it, move your head to the right towards the bottom right
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dot. 4. Do not stop; slide your head diagonally upwards until your nose is pointing at the top left dot. 5. Repeat the movements but reversing their order (start from the top right dot). Sequence III: Take a couple of seconds to relax and proceed to the final set of movements: 1. Point your nose at the top left dot and start moving your head to the right until your nose is pointing towards the top right dot. 2. Move your head down until your nose is pointing at the bottom right dot. 3. Move your head to the left and once your nose is aligned with the bottom left dot, continue moving your head upwards until your nose is pointing at the top left dot. 4. Repeat in the opposite direction. Once you have completed the vision exercise, relax for a minute and repeat the same movements, this time moving only your eyes. Do not forget to breathe regularly during the whole exercise. Holding your breath will decrease the oxygen supply to your head and eyes and will diminish the positive effect of the eye exercise.
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5. Return your eyes in their normal position. It is of utmost importance to keep breathing while doing the exercise. Remember to keep your head still and your head and neck muscles relaxed. You can start by doing this vision exercise once or twice and gradually increase the number of repetitions to ten. For better result, perform the Up-Down Eye Movements exercise along with the Two Dots Vision Exercise.
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with myopia may need to sit closer and people with hyperopia may need to sit further away. 3. Look at the first letter of any line of the chart. You may look at a letter from any line as long as you are able to see it clearly. 4. Move your eyes to the last letter of the same line. Youll notice that when you move your eyes on it, you will not be able to focus it that well at first. 5. Next, look back at the first letter. You will notice that you will not be able to focus it that well at first. 6. Shift your eyes between these two letters 6-10 times or until you can see both letters clearly right after you shift your focus. You can practice the exercise with letters of different size too. For instance, pick a letter from the second line and another from line 5. Focus on the bigger letter then move your eyes to the smaller one. Repeat 6-10 times. The Shifting exercise can be practiced without the Snellen char as well. You can choose two objects to shift your eyesight between - these can be two cars parked outside your window or two of the windows of a nearby building. Enhancing your vision in a natural way takes determination, so make sure you are doing your vision exercises regularly. For best results, combine the Shifting and Swinging eye exercise with the Palming Eye Relaxation Technique.
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6. Move on to the front objects in the picture - the boat in the sea, and trace her contours with the imaginary pencil. 7. Finish by tracing the smallest objects in the image - the two tiki houses. Now close your eyes and imagine the picture you have just drawn. Keep your eyes closed and hold on to the image. Trace the contours of all of its elements with your eyes only. What you will be doing is moving your closed eyes over the contours of all the objects of the picture you have just traced. A good way to complete the whole exercise is by relaxing for a minute using the Palming Eye Relaxation Technique.
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Week I (Days 1-7) Time 1 minute 3 minutes 1 minute 2 minutes 1 minute 1 minute 2 minutes 1 minute 1 minute 2 minutes Week II (Days 8-14) Time 2 minutes 30 seconds 1 minute 3 minutes 1 minute 1 minute 30 seconds 2 minutes 2 minutes
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Week III (Days 15-21) Time 1 minute 30 seconds 2 minutes 1 minute 4 minutes 1 minute 3 minutes 30 seconds 1 minute 1 minute
Repetitions 5 times in each direction 2 times 4 times with each eye 3 times 1 time 5 times -
Week IV (Days 22-28) Time 2 minutes 1 min each side 30 seconds 4 minutes 1 minute 2 minutes 1 minute 1 minute 1 minute 30 seconds
Repetitions 50 times 1 time each side 5 times with each eye 5 times in each direction 2 times 1 time 5 times -
Tibetan Eye Chart Vision Exercise (p. 51) Eyelid Massage (p. 67)
Palming Eye Relaxation Technique (p. 24)
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Week I (Days 1-7) Time 1 minute 2 minutes 1 minute 1 minute 1 minute 1 minute 3 minutes 2 minutes 2 minute 1 minute Week II (Days 8-14) Time 2 minutes 30 seconds 3 minutes 30 seconds 4 minutes 1 minute 1 minute 1 minute 1 minute 1 minute
Repetitions 1 time in each direction 1 time 3 times each eye 5 times 1 time -
Two Dots Vision Exercise (p. 33) Eye Squeezes Vision Exercise (p. 48) Shifting Vision Exercise (p.52) Eye and Face Massage (p. 68)
Palming Eye Relaxation Technique (p. 24)
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Week III (Days 15-21) Time 1 minute 30 seconds 2 minutes 30 seconds 2 minutes 1 minute 1 minute 5 minutes 1 minute 1 minute Week IV (Days 21-28) Time 1 minute 3 minutes 30 seconds 3 minutes 2 minutes 30 seconds 3 minutes 30 seconds 1 minute 30 seconds
Eye Squeezes Vision Exercise (p. 48) Diagonals Vision Exercise (p.45) Eye and Face Massage (p. 68)
Palming Eye Relaxation Technique (p. 24)
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Eye Squeezes Vision Exercise (p. 48) Eye and Face Massage (p. 68)
Palming Eye Relaxation Technique (p. 24)
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Regardless of the exact vision exercise routine you will choose to continue, remember to do your vision exercises two or three times per week. This will help you retain the vision improvement you have achieved and even improve your eyesight further. Vision Exercise & Relaxation Routine for Aging Vision Vision Exercise
Blinking Vision Exercise (p. 40) Palming Eye Relaxation Technique (p. 24)
Week I (Days 1-7) Time 1 minute 1 minute 2 minutes 2 minutes 1 minute 3 minutes 1 minute 1 minute 2 minutes 1 minute Week II (Days 8-14) Time 30 seconds 2 minutes 3 minutes 30 seconds 3 minutes 1 minute 30 seconds 2 minutes 2 minutes 30 seconds
Vision Exercise & Relaxation Routine for Aging Vision Vision Exercise
Palming Eye Relaxation Technique (p. 24)
Repetitions 5 times in each direction 4 times 3 times each eye 2 times 1 time each eye -
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Vision Exercise & Relaxation Routine for Aging Vision Vision Exercise
Occipital Point Massage (p. 70)
Week III (Days 15-21) Time 1 minute 2 minutes 1 minute 3 minutes 1 minute 1 minute 2 minutes 2 minutes 1 minute 1 minute Week IV (Days 21-28) Time 2 minutes 30 seconds 2 minutes 30 seconds 1 minute 2 minutes 2 minutes 1 minute 1 minute
Repetitions 1 time 1 minute each side 5 times 3 times 4 times in each direction 2 times 3 times -
Figure Eights Vision exercise (p. 32) Diagonals Vision Exercise (p.45) Eye and Face Massage (p. 68)
Palming Eye Relaxation Technique (p. 24)
Vision Exercise & Relaxation Routine for Aging Vision Vision Exercise Energy Transfer Point Massage (p. 72)
Palming Eye Relaxation Technique (p. 24)
Repetitions 1 minute each side 5 times 5 times in each direction 1 time 3 times -
Head Rolls (p. 64) Contouring Vision Exercise (p. 54) Eye and Face Massage (p. 68)
Palming Eye Relaxation Technique (p. 24)
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Computer Vision Syndrome Routine #3 Vision Exercise Head Rolls (p. 64) Contouring Vision Exercise (p. 54)
Palming Eye Relaxation Technique (p. 24)
Computer Vision Syndrome Routine #4 Vision Exercise Energy Transfer Point Massage (p. 72) Up-Down Eye Movements (p. 49)
Palming Eye Relaxation Technique (p. 24)
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