Exercise 8: Near and distant viewing

Stand or sit at an open window, preferably with a clear view of the horizon, with the arms by the sides.

Focus the eyes on the nose tip, nasikagra drishti, for 5 seconds.

Then, focus on a distant object on the horizon for 5 seconds.

Repeat this process 10 to 20 times.

Close the eyes and relax.

Palming may be performed at this time.

Breathing: Inhale during near viewing.

Inhale during near viewing.

Exhale during distant viewing.

Benefits:

Same as for Exercise 7 but the range of movements is further increased.

Practice note: Lie in

Lie in shavasana for a few minutes after completing all 8 exercises.