Five Tibetans: Five Dynamic Exercises for Health, Energy, and Personal Power

Description

Originating in the Himalayas, the five yogic exercises known as the Five Tibetans take only a minimum of daily time and effort but dramatically increase physical strength, energy, and suppleness as well as mental acuity. Also called the Five Rites of Rejuvenation, these exercises were brought to the West in the early 20th century by a retired British army officer who learned them in a Tibetan lamasery. Regular practice of these postures relieves muscle tension and nervous stress, improves digestion, strengthens the cardiovascular system, tunes and energizes the chakras, and leads to deep relaxation and well-being. Enhancing the innate energetic power of the body and mind, these exercises provide a vehicle for enlivening the senses and harnessing energy for the purpose of self-transformation. Since 1978, Christopher Kilham has taught these exercises to thousands of people seeking a healthier lifestyle. The Five Tibetans has established itself as a classic among yoga practitioners and teachers alike. In this new edition the author shares his own positive experiences from more than 30 years' devotion to the practice, even during his extensive worldwide travels, and explores the spiritual benefits of the Five Tibetans as well as the profound impact the practice has on health, longevity, and healthy aging. . Provides illustrated instructions for the five yogic exercises known as the Five Tibetans . Includes a new chapter on the author's continued devotion to this daily practice, even during his extensive worldwide travels . Explains how regular practice of these postures relieves muscle tension and nervous stress, improves digestion, strengthens the cardiovascular system, tunes and energizes the chakras, and leads to deep relaxation and well-being

Christopher S. Kilham has taught yoga, meditation and natural health since 1978. He has conducted medicinal research in more than 30 countries across 5 continents and the South Pacific. The author of many articles and several books, including Hot Plants, Kava: Medicine Hunting in Paradise and The Whole Food Bible, he lives in Leverett, Massachusetts.

"This book is packed full of expert information . . . . clear, concise and easy to understand . . . .a wealth of information and advice from many years of teaching and personal experiences. . . . a wonderful way to start or end your day." * Qetesh, TCM Reviews, Dec 2005 * "Readers of every background will benefit from reading this text. It is informative but endearing, and the colloquial nature of the Medicine Hunter's no-apologies, straightforward discourse will enlighten those who are already practicing students, and those who wish to become so. Everyone - even those who feel they don't have time in their busy schedules for yoga - should read this book." * Mind Body Spirit Odyssey, August 2011 * "Powerful life lesson, both on and off the mat." * Edie Weinstein, MSW, LSW, Beliefnet.com, September 2011 * "I tried The Five Tibetans and all I can say is that they are powerful." * Julie Clayton, New Consciousness Review, January 2012 * "I know hundreds of individuals who swear by this practice on a daily basis. Chris's ability to translate this powerful teaching in a simple way has led to great self-transformation." * Jonny Kest, creator of Slowburn Yoga and director of the Jonny Kest Yoga Teacher Training program * "In The Five Tibetans, Chris Kilham offers a simple yet profound practice that promotes health and longevity, is centering, and leads to peace of mind. Chris is a jewel among men!" * Nicki Doane, authorized Ashtanga yoga teacher and codirector of Maya Yoga Studios * "This book is packed full of expert information . . . clear, concise, and easy to understand . . . a wealth of information and advice from many years of teaching and personal experiences. . . a wonderful way to start or end your day." * TCM Reviews * "Kilham brings to the Five Tibetans beautifully written chapters about kundalini, the chakras, and an especially insightful instruction on the role of breathing while doing each rite. Excellent and recommended." * Hinduism Today * "The exercises are easily learned from the text and accompanying photographs." * Anna Jedrziewski, Retailing Insights, September 2011 * "A time-honored classic that belongs in every yoga library. A true yogi, Chris's voice is strong, sensitive, and clear; his calling deep and genuine." * Deepak Chopra * "Inspired and clear, The Five Tibetans makes a worthy contribution to body-mind wellness and longevity." * Mehmet Oz, M.D., professor of Surgery at Columbia University, director of the Cardiovascular Institu * "The Five Tibetans are a perfect practice for a balanced life and a healthy body." * Eddie Modestini, certified Iyengar and Ashtanga yoga teacher and codirector of Maya Yoga Studios *