Horizontal finger following, illustrated in 3 steps — Sit or stand tall. Hold one index finger at arm's length and eye level. Keep the head still and the target at the same distance.

Eyes

Horizontal finger following

A simple move for your eyes, done sitting down or standing up. About 30 seconds.

Position: Seated, Standing
Equipment: None
Time: About 30 seconds
Works: eyes

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How to do horizontal finger following

Set
Sit or stand tall. Hold one index finger at arm's length and eye level. Keep the head still and the target at the same distance.
1
Move the finger slowly to your left. Follow it with both eyes.
2
Follow the finger back to centre. Keep your head still.
3
Move the finger slowly to your right at the same height and distance.
4
Follow it back to centre and blink naturally.

Take care. Keep the range small and blink naturally. Stop for eye pain, dizziness, blurred vision or double vision.

Gentle movement guidance, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

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