How to Increase Speed Reading

How to Increase Speed Reading

Reading faster is achievable by just about anyone with practice and patience.  How to increase speed reading effectively is open to debate.  What is certain is that there are some things that anyone can do before they even consider spending money on courses or books.

Some or all of the following points should help you increase both reading speed and comprehension, the ability to absorb information that you read:

Have your vision checked – A large number of people suffer from being unable to read effectively and quickly simply because they need glasses.  You may only need glasses for reading and nothing else, but having your eyes checked regularly is good general health advice regardless of reading difficulties. Read when you are rested – Any number of tests have shown that reading is far more effective if you are not tired when you do it.  Try and get a regular amount of sleep and study or read during the times of the day that you feel less tired.  This will vary as some people feel more rested at different times of the day.  Find out what works for you. Find somewhere quiet and peaceful – It stands to reason that you are going to read faster and understand more of what you read if you have little to no outside distractions.  Turn off the television or stereo and reduce noise as much as you can. Read somewhere else if you have to – You may need to go somewhere else to read or study, like a library, but find somewhere where you are less likely to be distracted.  Reading at home may not be possible for some and you really do need to find somewhere that is more conducive to reading.

All simple things that can show you how to increase speed reading, and with some effort on your part, you should be able to read easier and faster.