Posts
To make up for my regular routine, I have begun doing the Five Tibetans exercises. Some of you might remember a few years ago I shared these exercises in one of my support groups. I am on day 5 now — it only take 10 minutes to do them all — and already I feel a difference in my energy level.
You can download the exercise description: Five Tibetans Info Sheet
The Five Tibetans are a great way to keep your body in shape when you have limited time for a physical workout or limited space for a complete yoga routine. You can easily do the exercises in the space at the foot of the bed in most hotel rooms.
What the Five Tibetans do for the body:
- Stimulate the reticular activating system of the brain.
- Balance the right and left hemispheres of the brain, which means you think more clearly. (You should definitely do the Tibetans before an exam or an important presentation!)
- Balance the body’s hormonal system.
- Strengthen bones, as the exercises are weight-bearing.
- Improve the body’s immune system.
- Build muscle strength.
- Reduce body-fat percentage.
- Boost metabolism.
- Align and strengthen the spine, plus make it more supple.
- Lighten menopausal symptoms.
- Lessen premenstrual symptoms.
- Help relieve the discomfort of arthritis and other aches and pains.
Exercise and the Brain