Gaming by Watching your Health

No, it's not a potion or life force. A lot of gamers aren't conscious about their health. Thats not to say there are some out there that are- but on the majority, there are things gamers can be doing to not damage themselves. What is affected by gameplay?

Eyes
I don't know the actual figures behnd the research, but if you keep your head 2 feet from a computer screen, and as far back as possible while watching a TV, you are less likely to damage your eyesight. I wear glasses, where I was 20/40 in both my left and right eye. Coming back from an eye exam, I am L 20/25 R 20/45. I havn't worn my glasses in 2 months, either, but I have been sitting farther away from screens. They always told me to wear glasses when looking at computer screens- but I found I got headaches doing so. I only really where glasses while driving and on campus when I need to look at the board. A well needed break can relieve eye strain.

Wrists
This is a big one. Gamers are using the keyboard and mouse, and more commonly a controller. Ergonomics and controller design have a lot to do with comfort- but remember, evolution did NOT make the body for what we are using it for. Repetitive motion strains are common, and inproper posture while using a computer can lead to lower back problems and problems with the wrists. To alleviate pain, and prevent damage, take breaks when your wrists hurt. I do. There are also pads and elevators that will align your wrists properly while typing. As for controllers- sometimes the wrists need a break. Our fingers are dexterous, but sometimes they need a break. Breaks are better for your wrists.

Posture
I like to sit on my stomach playing games in my bed. This isn't the best position for my neck, so sometimes I play games sitting in my chair. It's important to be comfortable, but it's also important to play with good posture. Slouching can cause back problems. Make it easy on yourself and stretch occasionally.

Why care?
Save yourself a lot of grief and annoyance by practicing good gaming habits. Sit well and comfortably, take breaks, and don't put your eyes up against the screen. 2 feet is recommended as a distance you should be away from your monitor. The body wasn't designed for these precise motions- sometimes it just needs a break. After nearly almost 2 decades of gaming [woah, 20 years?] I know this well.