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Ask HN: As a software developer, how do you keep your eyes and brain fit?

by anandvc on 7/16/22, 5:43 AM with 5 comments

They seem like important parts of our body and yet I haven't seen any of my colleagues do exercises or rituals to keep them healthy long-term.

  • by afarviral on 7/16/22, 1:59 PM

    Daily exercise routine, as little as 5 mins a day of bodyweight exercises and at least 20 minutes of intensional walking, as much light as possible, preferably direct sunlight and directly on the skin when possible for at least 5 mins a day. I set up a mirror which has a view about 20 metres away so when Im thinking I can look in the distance to release some eye tension. Thats just what I do... its the bare minimum.

  • by metadat on 7/16/22, 5:57 AM

    Do you even know of any physical exercises on your eyes or brain?

    Neither have ever been suggested to to me by a medical professional or anyone I trust for advice.

    * You use your eyes everyday, and hopefully you're brain, too. That's a good start!

    * Don't strain your eyes with excessive periods in front of a screen, take a break.

    * As for retaining optimal internal function, keep developing your mind and soul. Read a book, learn a new skill or programming language, or a spoken language. Have interesting conversations with friends or family. Write a story. Make a drawing or painting. Do these sorts of engaging activities in favor of excessive time on repetitive pastimes like video games or YouTube. Try to do the repetitive stuff in moderation when you can.

    * Learn to listen to your body.

    Just my 0.02

    Take care matey.

  • by aristofun on 7/16/22, 11:05 AM

    There are actually plenty of such rituals.

    They all go under a single umbrella term “healthy lifestyle”.

    Don’t thank me.