{"product_id":"the-five-tibetans-by-christopher-s-kilham-9781594774447","title":"The Five Tibetans","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating in the Himalayas, the five yogic exercises known as the \u003cem\u003eFive Tibetans\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRegular practice of these postures relieves muscle tension and nervous stress, improves digestion, strengthens the cardiovascular system, tunes and energises 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1978, Christopher Kilham has taught these exercises to thousands of people seeking a healthier lifestyle. \u003cem\u003eThe Five Tibetans\u003c\/em\u003e has established itself as a classic among yoga practitioners and teachers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 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 \u003cem\u003eFive Tibetans\u003c\/em\u003e as well as the profound impact the practice has on health, longevity, and healthy ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProvides illustrated instructions for the five yogic exercises known as the \u003cem\u003eFive Tibetans\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes a new chapter on the author's continued devotion to this daily practice, even during his extensive worldwide travels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExplains how regular practice of these postures relieves muscle tension and nervous stress, improves digestion, strengthens the cardiovascular system, tunes and energises the chakras, and leads to deep relaxation and well-being.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46553403850988,"sku":"9781594774447","price":17.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781594774447.jpg?v=1750070720","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/the-five-tibetans-by-christopher-s-kilham-9781594774447","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}