Sunday, January 20, 2008

Just do it rite....

Tibetan rite 1

Stand up straight with your arms outstretched to the sides Fingers should be together and palms must face downward Holding this arm position, spin full circle in a clockwise direction.

Tibetan rite 2

Lie on your back on a mat. Your legs are fully extended and arms are by your side Inhale, and lift your legs up to a ninety-degree angle, and raise your head, tucking your chin into your chest Exhale, and return to starting position.

The Tibetans is the name given to a set of five dynamic yogic exercises for improving health, energy and focus. These exercises are a yogic system of highly energising exercises that originated in the Himalayas. Also known as the 'Five Rites of Rejuvenation' , these exercises affect the innate energetic power of the human mind, body and soul.

Benefits
The five Tibetans stimulate energy flow through the chakras or energy centers and enliven the corresponding nerves, organs and glands. Regular practice relieves muscular tension, nervous stress, improves respiration, digestion and functioning of the cardiovascular system.

Practicing the rights
All you need is about five minutes a day for the practice of these exercises.

Repetitions
In the beginning you can start out with eleven repetitions and then work your way up. Build your practice at your own pace.

Time of day
It is best to practice these rites early in the morning or three hours after eating food.

Ventilation
Whenever possible, practice outdoors or in a well-ventilated room.

Attire
Wear loose and comfortable clothing.

Tibetan rite 3

Sit in a kneeling position. Your knees should be about four inches apart. Place your palms against the back of your thighs just below your hips Your spine should be erect and chin tucked into your chest. Inhale, and arch backwards dropping your head as far back as you comfortably can, exhale, and return to starting position.

Tibetan rite 4

Sit up tall with your legs outstretched in front of you Place the palms of your hands on the ground beside your hips Inhale, and raise your hips as you bend your knees, bringing the soles of your feet flat to the ground as you drop your head all the way back Your trunk should be parallel to the floor. Exhale, and return to starting position.



Tibetan rite 5

Begin this exercise by supporting yourself on the palms of your hands and your feet (the upward facing dog pose), your head is up and back

Inhale, as you get into this position

Exhale, as you lift your legs, hips and spine off the floor, bringing your body up into a perfect triangle (the downward dog pose).

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