The Five Tibetan Rites: Exercises for Healing, 
Rejuvenation, and Longevity  
Background  
In 1985 a book called The Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth  written by Peter 
Kelder  was published which for the first time fully described an exercise program for 
"youthing". This is an exercise program used by Tibetan monks to live long, vibrant and 
healthy lives. In fact, this book states that many have lived longer than most can imagi ne 
by following the program often called the "Five Tibetan Rites". The benefits are 
described in this book and a subsequent book 2 with an expanded description of the 
program by the publisher called the Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth - Book 2 , 
a companion to the original book by Peter Kelder. Many thanks to the publisher 
Doubleday for such a special an expanded explanation of the Five Rites. Potential Benefits of the Five Rites  
The authors provide many examples of the benefits of the "Five Tibetan  Rites" including 
the following: looking much younger; sleeping soundly; waking up feeling refreshed 
and energetic; release from serious medical problems including difficulties with spines; 
relief from problems with joints; release from pain; better memory ; arthritis relief; 
weight loss; improved vision; youthing instead of aging; greatly improved physical 
strength, endurance and vigor; improved emotional and mental health; enhanced sense 
of well being and harmony; and very high overall energy. How the Five  Rites Work  
Medical professions explain the benefits based on their personal perspective and I 
suggest you read the entire two books for a broad overview. However, the majority share 
the view that the rites represent a system of exercise that affects the b ody, emotions and 
mind. The Tibetans claim that these exercises activate and stimulate the seven key 
chakras that in turn stimulate all the glands of the endocrine system. The endocrine 
system is responsible for the body's overall functioning and aging pro cess. This means 
that the Five Rites will affect the functioning of all your organs and systems, including 
the physical and energetic systems and that includes the aging process. The man who 
brought these Five Rights out of Tibet stated that "performing th e Five Rites stimulates 
the circulation of essential life energy throughout the body". Chakras  
Chakra is an Indian Sanskrit word that translates to mean "Wheel of Spinning Energy". Chakras are spinning wheels or vortexes of energy of different color that p erform many 
functions connecting our energy fields, bodies and the Cosmic Energy Field. Chakras 
are powerful electrical and magnetic fields. Chakras govern the endocrine system that in 
turn regulates all of the body's functions including the ageing process . Energy flows 
from the Universal Energy Field through the chakras into the energy systems within our 
bodies, including the Meridian System. Our bodies contain seven major chakras or energy centers and 122 minor chakras. The 
major chakras are located at th e base of the spine (Root Chakra), at the navel (Sacral 
Chakra), in the solar plexus (Solar Plexus Chakra), within your heart (Heart Chakra), 
within the throat (Throat Chakra), at the center of your forehead (Brow or Third Eye 
Chakra), and at the top of yo ur head (Crown Chakra). These chakras are linked together 
with all other energy systems in the body and various layers of the auras. The Speed of the chakra spin is a key to vibrant health. The other keys to vibrant health 
that relates to the chakra is ens uring they are clear of negative energy and that they are 
perfectly shaped and not distorted. The Five Rites speed up the spinning of the chakras, coordinate their spin so they are in 
complete harmony, distribute pure prana energy to the endocrine system, and in turn to 
all organs and processes in the body. This is one of the major requirements for vibrant 
health, rejuvenation and youthfulness. The Five Rites Exercise Program  
This program is often described as a modified yoga program. Simply put, yoga is a 
science that unites the body, mind and spirit. Today this is often called Mind/ Body 
Healing. The author of the book believes that yoga was brought to Tibet from India in 
the 11th or 12th century and that Tibetan monks over time developed modified these 
exercises and developed an effective program of exercises that western society now calls 
the "Five Tibetan Rites". The rugged mountainous conditions these monks live in may 
well account for their particular emphasis on vigor. Many of the yoga exercises and 
practices being taught in the western world today are very new. The "Five Tibetan Rites" 
are exactly what the ancient Tibetans developed over many centuries of time. Therefore 
it's very important to do the "Five Tibetan Rites" exactly as they are presented without 
altering the form or sequence to achieve some of the benefits accrued to these "Rites". "Five Tibetan Rites" Exercise Program  
The following instructions and photographs for the "Five Rites" and other preparatory 
exercises as taken from the book Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth, Book 2. I will 
show the exact Five Rights exercises, a group of exercises for those who need to develop 
flexibility and strength before beginning to do the "Five Rites", and a set of warm -up 
exercises. I strongly re commend you purchase the book since it provides detailed 
information about methodology, concerns and benefits not included in this article. SPECIAL CAUTION: Spinning and stretching through the following exercises can 
aggravate certain health conditions suc h as any type of heart problem, multiple 
sclerosis, Parkinsons's Disease, severe arthritis of the spine, uncontrolled high 
blood pressure, a hyperthyroid condition, or vertigo. Problems may also be caused 
if you are taking drugs that cause dizziness. Pleas e consult your physician prior to 
beginning these exercises if you have any difficult health issues or if you have any 
other concerns. The Five Tibetan Rites  
Rite #1  Stand erect with arms outstretched 
horizontal to the floor, palms facing down. Your arms should be in line with your 
shoulders. Spin around clockwise until you 
become slightly dizzy. Gradually increase 
number of spins from 1 spin to 21 spins. Breathing:  Inhale and exhale deeply as 
you do the spins. Rite #2  
Lie flat on the floor, face up. Fully 
extend your arms Along your sides and 
place the palms of your hands against 
the floor, keeping fingers close 
together. Then raise your head off the 
floor tucking your chin into your chest. As you do this, lift your legs, knees 
straight, into a vertic al position. If 
possible, extend the legs over the body 
towards your head. Do not let the knees 
bend. Then slowly lower the legs and 
head to the floor, always Keeping the 
knees straight. Allow the muscles to 
relax, and repeat. Breathing:  Breathe in deeply as you 
lift your head and legs and exhale as 
you lower your head and legs. Rite #3  
Kneel on the floor with the body erect. The hands should be placed on the 
backs of your thigh muscles. Incline the 
head and neck forward, tucking your 
chin in against your chest. Then throw 
the head and neck backward, arching 
the spine. Your toes should be  curled 
under through this exercise. As you 
arch, you will brace your arms and 
hands against the thighs for support. After the arching return your body to an 
erect position and begin the rite all over 
again. Breathing:  Inhale as you arch the spine 
and exh ale as you return to an erect 
position. Rite #4  
Sit down on the floor with your 
legs straight out in front of you 
and your feet about 12" apart. With the trunk of the body 
erect, place the palms of your 
hands on the floor alongside 
your buttocks. Then tuck the 
chin forward against the chest. Now drop the head backward as 
far as it will go. At the same 
time raise your body so that the 
knees bend while the arms 
remain straight. Then tense 
every muscle in your body. Finally let the muscles relax as 
you return to your original 
sitting position. Rest before 
repeating this Rite . Breathing:  Breathe in as you 
raise up, hold your breath as 
you tense the muscles, and 
breathe out fully as you come 
down. Rite #5  
Lie down with your face down to the fl oor. You 
will be supported by the hands palms down 
against the floor and the toes in the flexed 
position. Throughout this rite, the hands and feet 
should be kept straight. Start with your arms 
perpendicular to the Floor, and the spine arched, 
so that the b ody Is in a sagging position. Now 
throw the head back as far as possible. The, 
bending at the hips, bring the body up into an 
inverted "V". At the same time, bring the chin 
forward, Tucking it against the chest. Breathing:  Breathe in deeply as you raise t he 
body, and exhale fully as you lower the body. Exercises In Preparation For Doing the Five Tibetan Rites  
The following group of exercises has been developed as a preparation for doing the Five 
Rites,  or as an alternative when you are unable to do any of the Five Rites. Doing these 
exercises will help you strengthen and become more flexible to be able to do the Five 
Rites as they have been described above. Do these alternative exercises in the sequence  from one to five and when possible, 
substitute the Five Rite exercise into this alternative program until you have fully 
integrated the Five Rites. As with the Five Rites, begin by doing two or three of each exercise daily, until you are 
able to do 10 eac h day. Once you are able to do ten of these alternatives, you should be 
ready to begin doing the Five Rite exercises themselves. Alternative (for Rite#1) Exercise #1  
Stand with your feet about 12 
inches apart. Extend your arms 
palms down until your ar ms are 
level with your shoulders. Swing your arms to the right, 
letting your slapping your left 
hand against your right 
shoulder, with your right hand 
slapping against the small of 
your back. Then swing your 
arms in the opposite direction, 
having your righ t hand slap 
against your left shoulder and 
the back of your left hand slap 
against the small of your back. As you swing back and forth 
allow your torso and legs to 
follow the movement. Allow 
your heels to lift from the floor 
but do not allow either foot to  
completely leave the floor. As 
you swing right turn your head 
right, and turn your head left as 
you swing to the left. Breathing:  Breathe in rhythm 
to your swinging Movement. Alternative (for Rite #2) Exercise #2  
Lie down on the floor and 
elevate your head and shoulders 
propping up on your elbows 
keeping your forearms flat on 
the floor, palms facing down. Keeping your legs straight, hold 
them off the floor For 20 or 30 
seconds. Breathing:  Inhale as you raise 
your legs, breathe in and out 
normally while holding your 
legs up, and exhale as you 
lower your legs. Alternative ( for Rite #3) Exercise #3  
Stand with your back to the wall and your feet 12 - 18 inches apart. Without moving 
your feet bend forward from the hips so that your buttocks rest against the wall. Slide 
downward, bending your knees as you go. Keep sliding down until your thighs are 
horizontal, as if you were sitting in a chair. Hold this position for 15 seconds and then 
slide back up. Breathing:  Begin to exhale as you slide down to the chair position and inhale when 
slide back up. Alternative ( for Rite #4) Exercise #4  
Lie flat on your back, your arms 
straight, palms down, feet flat, and 
knees bent. Press your pelvis  up a few 
inches off the floor and hold it for 10 
seconds. Release and lower your pelvis 
to its original position. Breathing: Inhale as you lift your 
pelvis and Exhale as you lower your 
pelvis. Alternative ( for Rite #5) Exercise #5  
Begin in the table  position. Curl your toes 
under And bend your hips raising your buttocks 
so that Your body forms an inverted "V". Your 
knees will lift up off the floor, your legs will be 
straight, and your outstretched arms will be in a 
straight line with your back. Hold this position 
for 15 seconds. Breathing: Inhale as you raise your buttocks, 
breath Slowly and deeply while holding the 
position, and exhale as you return to the table 
position. Warm -up Exercises  
The following group of exercises has been developed to open, relax, release tension, to 
strengthen various parts of the body, and to provide toning to different parts of your 
body. If you are overweight, in poor physical condition, or experiencing serious illness, this 
group of exercises is an excellent to help you begin your journey towards physical 
fitness. I suggest you do these warm -up exercises prior to the Five Rites if you are 
overweight or have not exercised in a long time. Begin this group of exercises by doing 2 of each exercise and then gradually increase the 
repetition until you are able to do 10 of each warm -up exercise. Warm -Up Exercise #1  
Stand upright, tilt your head sideways 
towards your left shoulder and hold it 
for five seconds, then tilt your head 
towards your chest and hold it 5 
seconds. Then tilt your head towards 
your left Shoulder and hold it five 
seconds, and lastly tilt your head 
backward and hold it five seconds. Return your head to a normal position. Breathing:  Exhale as you move your 
head around, and inhale as you return to 
the upr ight position. Warm -Up Exercise #2  
Stand upright, slowly rotate your 
shoulders in a forward circular motion 5 
times, then reverse the movement and 
rotate your shoulders in a backward 
circular motion 5 times. Breathing:  Breathe normally but deeply 
as you do this exercise. Warm -Up Exercise #3  
Stand upright with your arms help up, 
your elbows bent, and your hands 
together in front of your chest, with your 
fingertips touching and palms apart. Press inward on your fingers until their 
inside surfaces are almost touching. Your palms should not be touching. Release and press your fingers again. Breathing:  Breathe normally. Warm -Up Exercise #4  
In a relaxed standing position, hold your 
arms in front of you. Clasp your right 
hand around your left wrist, with your 
thumb against the inside of the wrist. Squeeze gently but firmly five times. Repeat the procedure with the left hand 
Squeezing the right wrist. Breathing:  Breathe normally. Warm -Up Exercise #5  
Recline on the floor, resting the upper part of 
your body on your upper arms. Flex your 
knees and rhythmically bang Them up and 
down against the floor in rapid succession. Your heels should remain on the floor 
throughout this exercise. Do this exercise for  
20 - 30 seconds. Breathing:  Breathe normally through this 
exercise. Warm -Up Exercise #6  
Get down on the floor on your hands and Knees 
with your hands positioned under your shoulders 
and your knees under your hips. Bring your chin 
up and rotate your hips so the tailbone moves up, 
arching your back down. Then tuck your chin into 
your chest and rotate your back so that your pelvis 
moves down, arching you're your back down. Breathing:  Inhale as you move your tailbone up 
and exhale as you move your tailbo ne down. Conclusion:  The daily practice of the exercises I have described in this article is an 
essential element of vibrant health. It's a proven fact that people who loose weight can 
only maintain their weight loss if they incorporate a daily exerci se program into their 
everyday lives. These exercises will stretch muscles you haven't felt in years so approach this program 
gently and begin with one or two repetitions each day, increasing each exercise by one 
repetition every week. After you are able t o do ten repetitions of the Alternate Exercise 
program, you should be able to begin to do the Five Rites. And add a half hour of a brisk walk on a daily basis. Not only will it contribute to your 
physical health, it will give you the opportunity to enjoy a ll of nature around you. You 
will feel younger than you have felt in years. mary@mkprojects.com  
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        The Five Tibetan Rites: Exercises for Healing, 
Rejuvenation, and Longevity  
Background  
In 1985 a book called The Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth  written by Peter 
Kelder  was published which for the first time fully described an exercise program for 
"youthing". This is an exercise program used by Tibetan monks to live long, vibrant and 
healthy lives. In fact, this book states that many have lived longer than most can imagi ne 
by following the program often called the "Five Tibetan Rites". The benefits are 
described in this book and a subsequent book 2 with an expanded description of the 
program by the publisher called the Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth - Book 2, 
a companion to the original book by Peter Kelder. Many thanks to the publisher 
Doubleday for such a special an expanded explanation of the Five Rites. Potential Benefits of the Five Rites  
The authors provide many examples of the benefits of the "Five Tibetan  Rites" including 
the following: looking much younger; sleeping soundly; waking up feeling refreshed 
and energetic; release from serious medical problems including difficulties with spines; 
relief from problems with joints; release from pain; better memory ; arthritis relief; 
weight loss; improved vision; youthing instead of aging; greatly improved physical 
strength, endurance and vigor; improved emotional and mental health; enhanced sense 
of well being and harmony; and very high overall energy. How the Five  Rites Work  
Medical professions explain the benefits based on their personal perspective and I 
suggest you read the entire two books for a broad overview. However, the majority share 
the view that the rites represent a system of exercise that affects the b ody, emotions and 
mind. The Tibetans claim that these exercises activate and stimulate the seven key 
chakras that in turn stimulate all the glands of the endocrine system. The endocrine 
system is responsible for the body's overall functioning and aging pro cess. This means 
that the Five Rites will affect the functioning of all your organs and systems, including 
the physical and energetic systems and that includes the aging process. The man who 
brought these Five Rights out of Tibet stated that "performing th e Five Rites stimulates 
the circulation of essential life energy throughout the body". Chakras  
Chakra is an Indian Sanskrit word that translates to mean "Wheel of Spinning Energy". Chakras are spinning wheels or vortexes of energy of different color that p erform many 
functions connecting our energy fields, bodies and the Cosmic Energy Field. Chakras 
are powerful electrical and magnetic fields. Chakras govern the endocrine system that in 
turn regulates all of the body's functions including the ageing process. Energy flows 
from the Universal Energy Field through the chakras into the energy systems within our 
bodies, including the Meridian System. Our bodies contain seven major chakras or energy centers and 122 minor chakras. The 
major chakras are located at th e base of the spine (Root Chakra), at the navel (Sacral 
Chakra), in the solar plexus (Solar Plexus Chakra), within your heart (Heart Chakra), 
within the throat (Throat Chakra), at the center of your forehead (Brow or Third Eye 
Chakra), and at the top of yo ur head (Crown Chakra). These chakras are linked together 
with all other energy systems in the body and various layers of the auras. The Speed of the chakra spin is a key to vibrant health. The other keys to vibrant health 
that relates to the chakra is ens uring they are clear of negative energy and that they are 
perfectly shaped and not distorted. The Five Rites speed up the spinning of the chakras, coordinate their spin so they are in 
complete harmony, distribute pure prana energy to the endocrine system, and in turn to 
all organs and processes in the body. This is one of the major requirements for vibrant 
health, rejuvenation and youthfulness. The Five Rites Exercise Program  
This program is often described as a modified yoga program. Simply put, yoga is a 
science that unites the body, mind and spirit. Today this is often called Mind/ Body 
Healing. The author of the book believes that yoga was brought to Tibet from India in 
the 11th or 12th century and that Tibetan monks over time developed modified these 
exercises and developed an effective program of exercises that western society now calls 
the "Five Tibetan Rites". The rugged mountainous conditions these monks live in may 
well account for their particular emphasis on vigor. Many of the yoga exercises and 
practices being taught in the western world today are very new. The "Five Tibetan Rites" 
are exactly what the ancient Tibetans developed over many centuries of time. Therefore 
it's very important to do the "Five Tibetan Rites" exactly as they are presented without 
altering the form or sequence to achieve some of the benefits accrued to these "Rites". "Five Tibetan Rites" Exercise Program  
The following instructions and photographs for the "Five Rites" and other preparatory 
exercises as taken from the book Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth, Book 2. I will 
show the exact Five Rights exercises, a group of exercises for those who need to develop 
flexibility and strength before beginning to do the "Five Rites", and a set of warm -up 
exercises. I strongly re commend you purchase the book since it provides detailed 
information about methodology, concerns and benefits not included in this article. SPECIAL CAUTION: Spinning and stretching through the following exercises can 
aggravate certain health conditions suc h as any type of heart problem, multiple 
sclerosis, Parkinsons's Disease, severe arthritis of the spine, uncontrolled high 
blood pressure, a hyperthyroid condition, or vertigo. Problems may also be caused 
if you are taking drugs that cause dizziness. Pleas e consult your physician prior to 
beginning these exercises if you have any difficult health issues or if you have any 
other concerns. The Five Tibetan Rites  
Rite #1  Stand erect with arms outstretched 
horizontal to the floor, palms facing down. Your arms should be in line with your 
shoulders. Spin around clockwise until you 
become slightly dizzy. Gradually increase 
number of spins from 1 spin to 21 spins. Breathing:  Inhale and exhale deeply as 
you do the spins. Rite #2  
Lie flat on the floor, face up. Fully 
extend your arms Along your sides and 
place the palms of your hands against 
the floor, keeping fingers close 
together. Then raise your head off the 
floor tucking your chin into your chest. As you do this, lift your legs, knees 
straight, into a vertic al position. If 
possible, extend the legs over the body 
towards your head. Do not let the knees 
bend. Then slowly lower the legs and 
head to the floor, always Keeping the 
knees straight. Allow the muscles to 
relax, and repeat. Breathing:  Breathe in deeply as you 
lift your head and legs and exhale as 
you lower your head and legs. Rite #3  
Kneel on the floor with the body erect. The hands should be placed on the 
backs of your thigh muscles. Incline the 
head and neck forward, tucking your 
chin in against your chest. Then throw 
the head and neck backward, arching 
the spine. Your toes should be  curled 
under through this exercise. As you 
arch, you will brace your arms and 
hands against the thighs for support. After the arching return your body to an 
erect position and begin the rite all over 
again. Breathing:  Inhale as you arch the spine 
and exh ale as you return to an erect 
position. Rite #4  
Sit down on the floor with your 
legs straight out in front of you 
and your feet about 12" apart. With the trunk of the body 
erect, place the palms of your 
hands on the floor alongside 
your buttocks. Then tuck the 
chin forward against the chest. Now drop the head backward as 
far as it will go. At the same 
time raise your body so that the 
knees bend while the arms 
remain straight. Then tense 
every muscle in your body. Finally let the muscles relax as 
you return to your original 
sitting position. Rest before 
repeating this Rite. Breathing:  Breathe in as you 
raise up, hold your breath as 
you tense the muscles, and 
breathe out fully as you come 
down. Rite #5  
Lie down with your face down to the fl oor. You 
will be supported by the hands palms down 
against the floor and the toes in the flexed 
position. Throughout this rite, the hands and feet 
should be kept straight. Start with your arms 
perpendicular to the Floor, and the spine arched, 
so that the b ody Is in a sagging position. Now 
throw the head back as far as possible. The, 
bending at the hips, bring the body up into an 
inverted "V". At the same time, bring the chin 
forward, Tucking it against the chest. Breathing:  Breathe in deeply as you raise t he 
body, and exhale fully as you lower the body. Exercises In Preparation For Doing the Five Tibetan Rites  
The following group of exercises has been developed as a preparation for doing the Five 
Rites,  or as an alternative when you are unable to do any of the Five Rites. Doing these 
exercises will help you strengthen and become more flexible to be able to do the Five 
Rites as they have been described above. Do these alternative exercises in the sequence  from one to five and when possible, 
substitute the Five Rite exercise into this alternative program until you have fully 
integrated the Five Rites. As with the Five Rites, begin by doing two or three of each exercise daily, until you are 
able to do 10 eac h day. Once you are able to do ten of these alternatives, you should be 
ready to begin doing the Five Rite exercises themselves. Alternative (for Rite#1) Exercise #1  
Stand with your feet about 12 
inches apart. Extend your arms 
palms down until your ar ms are 
level with your shoulders. Swing your arms to the right, 
letting your slapping your left 
hand against your right 
shoulder, with your right hand 
slapping against the small of 
your back. Then swing your 
arms in the opposite direction, 
having your righ t hand slap 
against your left shoulder and 
the back of your left hand slap 
against the small of your back. As you swing back and forth 
allow your torso and legs to 
follow the movement. Allow 
your heels to lift from the floor 
but do not allow either foot to  
completely leave the floor. As 
you swing right turn your head 
right, and turn your head left as 
you swing to the left. Breathing:  Breathe in rhythm 
to your swinging Movement. Alternative (for Rite #2) Exercise #2  
Lie down on the floor and 
elevate your head and shoulders 
propping up on your elbows 
keeping your forearms flat on 
the floor, palms facing down. Keeping your legs straight, hold 
them off the floor For 20 or 30 
seconds. Breathing:  Inhale as you raise 
your legs, breathe in and out 
normally while holding your 
legs up, and exhale as you 
lower your legs. Alternative ( for Rite #3) Exercise #3  
Stand with your back to the wall and your feet 12 - 18 inches apart. Without moving 
your feet bend forward from the hips so that your buttocks rest against the wall. Slide 
downward, bending your knees as you go. Keep sliding down until your thighs are 
horizontal, as if you were sitting in a chair. Hold this position for 15 seconds and then 
slide back up. Breathing:  Begin to exhale as you slide down to the chair position and inhale when 
slide back up. Alternative ( for Rite #4) Exercise #4  
Lie flat on your back, your arms 
straight, palms down, feet flat, and 
knees bent. Press your pelvis  up a few 
inches off the floor and hold it for 10 
seconds. Release and lower your pelvis 
to its original position. Breathing: Inhale as you lift your 
pelvis and Exhale as you lower your 
pelvis. Alternative ( for Rite #5) Exercise #5  
Begin in the table  position. Curl your toes 
under And bend your hips raising your buttocks 
so that Your body forms an inverted "V". Your 
knees will lift up off the floor, your legs will be 
straight, and your outstretched arms will be in a 
straight line with your back. Hold this position 
for 15 seconds. Breathing: Inhale as you raise your buttocks, 
breath Slowly and deeply while holding the 
position, and exhale as you return to the table 
position. Warm -up Exercises  
The following group of exercises has been developed to open, relax, release tension, to 
strengthen various parts of the body, and to provide toning to different parts of your 
body. If you are overweight, in poor physical condition, or experiencing serious illness, this 
group of exercises is an excellent to help you begin your journey towards physical 
fitness. I suggest you do these warm -up exercises prior to the Five Rites if you are 
overweight or have not exercised in a long time. Begin this group of exercises by doing 2 of each exercise and then gradually increase the 
repetition until you are able to do 10 of each warm -up exercise. Warm -Up Exercise #1  
Stand upright, tilt your head sideways 
towards your left shoulder and hold it 
for five seconds, then tilt your head 
towards your chest and hold it 5 
seconds. Then tilt your head towards 
your left Shoulder and hold it five 
seconds, and lastly tilt your head 
backward and hold it five seconds. Return your head to a normal position. Breathing:  Exhale as you move your 
head around, and inhale as you return to 
the upr ight position. Warm -Up Exercise #2  
Stand upright, slowly rotate your 
shoulders in a forward circular motion 5 
times, then reverse the movement and 
rotate your shoulders in a backward 
circular motion 5 times. Breathing:  Breathe normally but deeply 
as you do this exercise. Warm -Up Exercise #3  
Stand upright with your arms help up, 
your elbows bent, and your hands 
together in front of your chest, with your 
fingertips touching and palms apart. Press inward on your fingers until their 
inside surfaces are almost touching. Your palms should not be touching. Release and press your fingers again. Breathing:  Breathe normally. Warm -Up Exercise #4  
In a relaxed standing position, hold your 
arms in front of you. Clasp your right 
hand around your left wrist, with your 
thumb against the inside of the wrist. Squeeze gently but firmly five times. Repeat the procedure with the left hand 
Squeezing the right wrist.
The purpose of the Five Tibetan Rites is to stimulate the seven key chakras, which in turn stimulate the endocrine system, affecting the body's overall functioning, including the aging process.
What is the purpose of the Five Tibetan Rites?
The text does not specify a recommended frequency for the Five Rites, but it does suggest starting with 1-2 repetitions per day and gradually increasing the number of repetitions by one each week.
What is the recommended frequency for doing the Five Rites and the warm-up exercises?
The main purpose of the warm-up exercises is to open, relax, and release tension in the body, as well as provide toning to different parts of the body.
What is the main purpose of the warm-up exercises?
According to the text, the Five Rites may exacerbate certain health conditions, including any type of heart problem, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, severe arthritis of the spine, uncontrolled high blood pressure, a hyperthyroid condition, or vertigo. It is recommended to consult a physician before starting the program if you have any health concerns.
What are some health conditions that may be exacerbated by performing the Five Rites?
No, the text emphasizes the importance of performing the Five Rites exactly as they are presented, without altering the form or sequence, in order to achieve the desired benefits.
Can I modify the Five Rites?