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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.
Exhale during distant viewing. Benefits: Same as for Exercise 7 but the range of movements is
further increased. Practice note: Lie in shavasana for a few minutes after com
pleting all 8 exercises.
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