I started practicing the Five Tibetans yoga routine when I was around 20 years old. It’s a short yet powerful yoga practice designed to harmonize your chakras, balance your body, and elevate your energy.
The practice works by balancing your chakras, helping them to rotate and vibrate correctly. This can unblock and harmonize each chakra, contributing to an overall sense of well-being.
For more details on how to practice, you can check out Peter Kelder’s book (Amazon link, YouTube link). I’ve been doing this practice for 12 years now. I can’t say for sure if it truly brings back youth, as some claim, but according to those around me, I still look like I’m 20!
Years ago, I came across a slight variation of the first Tibetan exercise, which I incorporated into my practice:
- In this version, when standing with arms extended, the left palm faces upward and the right palm faces downward.
- As I turn, I follow my right hand moving in a clockwise direction.
This first exercise, in particular, is said to draw energy from higher spiritual realms, making it especially beneficial for meditation. I don’t remember exactly where I read about this adjustment, but it felt right for me, so I adopted it.
I also added a sixth exercise to further stretch and align the spine, which deepens the practice:
- The starting position is lying on your back with arms beside the body, palms down. Exhale, then breathe in slowly while raising your arms up and placing them on the ground behind your head.
- Hold your breath, lift your arms back up, and press your toes together, holding for three seconds.
- Then, place your arms down and exhale. This movement supports spinal alignment and relaxation.
I recommend doing this practice in the morning as a wonderful way to start the day. It helps me feel calm and centered, making it easier to tackle whatever comes my way. I also do it in the evening before bed, as I find it incredibly relaxing. On days when I practice, I’ve noticed my dreams are more vivid, and I feel more balanced and centered overall.
When I first began, I started slowly, doing just 7 repetitions of each exercise daily. After a month, I worked my way up to 21 repetitions of each exercise, which is the recommended count. On days when I’m exhausted, I may only manage 7, and there have been times when illness or injury prevented me from practicing altogether. In those cases, I had to gradually work back up from 7 to 21 repetitions.
Nowadays, I use this practice especially after a long day or social events, as it helps me restore balance and feel centered again. It’s also a great way to prepare for meditation, as it calms the mind and balances the chakras, making meditation much easier. Additionally, it has noticeably improved my back posture.
I highly recommend this practice to everyone. It’s simple, and you can start at your own pace. If you can’t do something right away, be kind to yourself—do what you can, and gradually add moreover time. Like any exercise, it’s important to listen to your body and take it at a pace that suits you.
This content is for informational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice—please consult with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or wellness practices.
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