Incorporating certain Yoga poses and practices into your daily routine can help support healthy eyesight and alleviate symptoms of eye strain and fatigue. However, it is essential to consult with an eye care professional if you experience persistent vision problems or discomfort.
Additionally, remember to take regular breaks from screens, maintain proper lighting conditions and stay hydrated to support overall eye health. In an interview with Hindustan Times Lifestyle, Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar, founder of Akshar Yoga Kendraa in India, suggested five Yoga asanas for eye health.
Balasana (child's pose)
Sit on your heels with your knees spread wide apart and your big toes touching. Fold forward, resting your forehead on the mat and extending your arms in front of you or alongside your body. This pose promotes relaxation and can help reduce tension in the eyes and forehead.
Shavasana (corpse pose)
Lie flat on your back with your arms by your sides and your legs extended. Close your eyes and focus on deep, rhythmic breathing. Shavasana helps relax the entire body, including the eyes, and promotes overall rejuvenation.
Legs-up-the-wall pose
Sit sideways next to a wall with your legs extended along the wall. Lie back and swing your legs up against the wall, keeping your hips close to the wall. Relax your arms by your sides and close your eyes. This pose improves blood circulation to the eyes and reduces swelling and fatigue.
Sun Salutation
This sequence of yoga poses involves a series of forward and backward bends, stretches, and inversions that help improve blood flow to the eyes and stimulate the optic nerves.
Try to start your morning with Yoga practice as it will keep your body and mind relaxed. Yoga will also keep you energetic throughout the day and provide you relief from the usual problems of joint pains or stiffness in muscles that are often faced. Practicing Surya Namaskar and basic warm-up Yoga asanas can always be a good way to beat the morning fatigue.
Pranayama
Breathing exercises can help calm the mind, reduce stress, and improve oxygenation to the eyes. Practice deep breathing techniques such as Alternate Nostril Breathing or Bee Breath to promote relaxation and clarity of vision.
Source: Hindustan Times
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