By Neha Yadav
Published Aug 04, 2023

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

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5 Exercises for healthy eyes

Eye exercise can reduce the risk of eye problems such as eye fatigue, redness, itchiness and pain in the eyes. Here are some eye exercises to maintain eye health

20-20-20 Rule

This eye exercise is very effective for those who spend hours looking at screens. After every 20 minutes of work, look at a target 20 feet away  from you for 20 seconds

Eye rolling

Eye rolling is one of the simplest exercises to reduce eye strain and improve lubrication in the eyes. Roll your eyes slowly in a circular motion clockwise and anticlockwise

Focus shifting

Practice this eye exercise by focusing on one object near you for a few seconds and then shifting your focus to something far away. This exercise helps improve eye flexibility and reduces strain

Blink rapidly

Blink your eyes rapidly for about 20 seconds at regular intervals. This exercise helps improve lubrication in the eye and keeps them moisturised

Palming

Practice this exercise by rubbing your palms together until they become warm. Then close your eyes and place your palms over them. Do this multiple times to relieve eye fatigue and relax your eye muscles