Tibetan Rites are highly recommendable and besides the movement the breathing is essential. This should never be through the mouth as is shown in this instruction. Nose breathing when inhaling and exhaling is key to receive the benefits of the rites. Good luck!
Which direction do you spin on the first rite/exercise ? When doing rite nr. 2, do you exhale when lifting the legs/head or do you exhale ? So the inhalation and exhalation should be always done via the nose ? The author of the book never mentioned anything about breathing...
Thank you so much for your great, clear and simple explanations about the movements of the Tibetan Rites. It is a great resource to share with other, I appreciate the time you have put into this! Thank you ❤
I have gone the past 21 day challenge .I'm up to 13. proud of myself as I'm 57. The first week I wanted to give up . As all my joint were aching . But mind told me don't give up. It will get better .
The fives rites is really helping me with life ups ans downs . I had some difficult new last week. But this week I have clarity . And realise I'm better off . And other people opinion of me Does not define me .
Thanks! Inhale and exhale for 2, 4 and 5 are just the opposite somewhere else…but as you do makes more sense to me because usually when you practice sport you exhale when you use your muscles and inhale when you prepare your shot…Who is right?
@@RyanHowesNorthernVertical You are simply superb. I have one doubt about rotations. There is so much confusion about rotations from left to right hand or right to the left hand. I saw in some other videos, some are said left to right that is clockwise, some are said, right to left that is anti clockwise. Some of our friends were written comments in other videos there are some side effects if we do it in the wrong direction. Some are said they are mentally affected. Actually, I am doing yoga daily. I am very interest to do your 5 Tibet rites. Kindly provide clarification about rotations rite. Once again thanks a lot for your response.
Thanks for the video. I have noticed that many people are concerned about breathing pattern... I am writing to them. Yoga means connecting body and mind with breathing working as bridge between two. Also in Sadhana Pada and Patanjali’s documentation on yoga says that right posture should be such that you can’t feel your body. In any posture if you can feel your body, that posture is not good and need adjustment either through body or breathing ... so stick to natural breathing that suits you... constantly reminding yourself about breathing during yoga session will distract your mind more. It’s the withdrawal and silence which is most required in your mind while practising yoga. Hope this helps.
Good instruction, but The Rites are done for a maximum of 21 repetitions. It is advised to begin at 3 repetitions....and increase by two after a week or so of doing the 3 reps daily. So the first week or so you do 3 reps, then the second week or so you do 5 reps, but keep doing the 5 until it isn't challenging, only then increase. If someone new to the Rites thinks that they will be able to do 21 reps in 21 days that is unlikely unless they are already an advanced yogi or other equivalents. This is a beneficial long term exercise, not a quick fix or '21 day challenge'.
@@RyanHowesNorthernVertical you're welcome, but to make sure you cater to all levels of fitness, it's best to follow the right guidelines. This is an ancient practice, with great health benefits, if done correctly.
Hi Rejendar, pardon the delayed response. My breathing philosophy is based on choice. Do what feels right to you, whether that is an inhale or exhale. This gives you ownership in the practice versus someone telling you to do this and do that.
@@RyanHowesNorthernVertical Well, i believe that breathing need follow the movement, if one are doing wrong, the body accert itself in some point, to do it right.
Tell me more about that...does it cause discomfort in a particular area of your body? Or, is there of weakness in the arms or core? There are adjustments that can help.
I think the second rite is not right with inhale and exhale. I compared few youtube movies and it says in most cases that you should inhale when you put your legs up, and exhale when you put your leg and neck down to the floor. Breathing is very important so let get this straight (?)
Hey thanks for the video, I've been researching the 5 rites and came across your video. Just a quick question with rite 2 you breath out while lifting your legs and breath in while lowering yourself back to the ground, its the first time I seen it done like this, every other suggestion I've come across is breath in while lifting and breath out while lowering so just wondering why you do it your way? Also, I really like the hands behind head tip for rite 1 :) Thanks
Hey Josh, thanks for taking the time to reach out and glad you're practicing. Intuitively, my breathing practice dictates when I inhale and exhale. I believe that there is no right or wrong direction of breath given the movement. Surely there are people who would disagree with me :) When working with people one-on-one, I talk about finding "your breath" and to listen to what your body wants. Quite simply, is it more comfortable / flowing to inhale or exhale through this movement? So I would direct that question to you my friend. Try it both ways and allow your body to decide. Best to you, RYAN
Thanks for the reply Ryan and your explanation which makes perfect sense. I believe in the original book that introduced the 5 rites to the western world 'The eye of revelation' by Peter Kelder it had no mention of breathing with each rite at all so yup makes sense to do it how you feel is best. Thanks
@@M13x13M Yes, I have tried it the way the book describes. In a world where everyone has a way of doing something, I take the liberty to move and breathe in a way that intuitively feels good to me. That's both a personal philosophy and what I teach my clients. You can see from various comments throughout this 21-Day Series that both movement and breath feedback have been solicited. There are many who site the book, there are many who cannot perform Rites 4 and 5 due to weaknesses and arthritis. I don't think of the 5 Rites as a strict "way" of doing, rather an opportunity to experience the body, breath and movement to cultivate a healthy mind and body. I have been a professional athlete and practitioner of various movement modalities for my career and feel strongly that the end goal is to feel good. Thanks again for watching and your thoughts. Best!
Would love to practice these but I have painful osteoarthritis in my wrists and shoulders. Pressure on these really aggravate the condition. Is there any options, building excercises or trick I can use to eventually be able to do rites #4 & 5 ?
I find making fists and using my knuckes rather than flat hands helps. Also doing some extra wrist stretches after. google yoga pose options for downward dog and table top. Sometimes it can be just starting out with what you can do and working from there, too.
Hello! Rites 4 and 5 are common challenges for many of my followers so you are not alone. There are some exercises and modifications that can be made and I am happy to share that with everyone in my next video. Could you tell me more about your osteoarthritis? I am a private practice health coach and have helped a lot of people reverse such conditions. Feel free to send me an email: ryan@northernvertical.com and visit: northernvertical.com
anne robinson I watched another video that said it’s the opposite of Hatha yoga. I guess to get the true answer you’d have to go to the original source.
Hi Anne, yes I have heard this many times and thank you for sharing :) Breathing in the way you mentioned does not feel natural for me and I am of the philosophy that we can chose to breath in or out as we please, even though the books or Tibetans may teach it otherwise.
Thank you. Very good guidance! I am just beginning this. I have been doing a mild version of my own of yoga poses. My question... I have a hard time with table! I can only get up about ha;lf way because of shoulder and neck issues. Are there any modifications or suggestions on how to build into this? I would really appreciate it.
Toni! So glad to hear from you. My advice with Table Pose is to start with your hands and feet slightly wider than shown in the videos to gain a more solid base. Bend both knees, bringing your feet closer to your body with foot bottoms already planted on the floor. Exhale as your core rises up just slightly off the floor and inhale as you return to the floor. Go slowly and in time your body will heal. Best, RYAN
Good video. I lost 30 pounds last year but the gym is sooo boring to me. I like 5 rites because it is just 5. Question. Do you have a video on alternative rites for beginners? I still am very overweight and simply cannot YET do some of these.i hope to get to 21 reps in time. Ready to start again.
Hi Denise, my apologies for not getting back to you much, much sooner. Congratulations to losing 30 lbs!!! So happy for you. These Rites truly nourish me. I want to help you. Which Rites are you finding most challenging? I have received feedback about Rites 4 and 5. They are surely challenging. My recommendation for Rite 4 is to go half-way into Table. With practice, you will build more strength and reach 21 full repetitions. And for Rite 5, I recommend aiming for seven reps, rest, and repeat two times. Let me know how else I can help. ryan@northernvertical.com
Hi Antonella, I recommend placing a rolled towel under palm of your hand as close to the base of the palm where it meets the wrist. This will help to achieve a straight wrist. Your wrist pain is likely due to pressure on the small wrist bones as they are bent in a 90-110 degree angle.
Thanks for your comment, Nono. I generally receive two types of comments from the video series: 1) great instruction, and 2) what's up with the breathing?! My opinion, which I could talk about in future videos, is that breathing does not have a prescription of when to inhale and when to exhale. I have spent most of my career as an athlete and found yoga and the five tibetans. The latter seems to have less structure on breathing, so I do what feels natural. In my day to day working with people, teaching breathing techniques is about intuition. Any thoughts on this, Nono?
Dear Ryan...thanku so much for reply...i always randomly look for tibetean exlaining on youtube ...you are the best! I have started rites for about a month am at 17...i have started with wrist issues now am worried ...today i tried with towel much better thanku...but my right hand must it be normally in floor? The table top rite i do with fists is it ok?
You can do table on your fists, or if you have dumbbells (hand weights) you can do table on those, as well as use a towel like rite 4. Over time with more practice, your palms will touch the floor. We can always skype or zoom call and I can show you/chat about all of the details. So glad that you're practicing. It must feel so good!!
Great video. I'm starting today . I have one question, in case that we feel muscle tension after the first day are we continue with the second day or we can skip. Just to know I'm a starter 🙌🙌
Gratitude for joining the 21-Day Challenge. Trust your body. If it says rest and skip a day, please do so. You know best. I developed the challenge for everyone to slowly build upon as a way to not feel too much muscle fatigue. Each new day we add another repetition to each of the five rites.
I have just found these exercise on you tube. Thsnk you. Everyone does it different . It makes you really hot . I can also feel movement in my brain . It keep me calm as well . Being a Gemini I live in my head. This stops it
In regards to the the Tibetan Rites, everyone on utube including you are doing rite#3 WRONG first paragraph page 25 of the book the eye of revolution by Peter Kelder states first move is bend forward for some reason there is no photo of this part so everyone skips it SHAME you have the book check it out
Hi Gina, Thank you for your message. The Five Tibetan's can be whatever you want it to be. For me, the Five Tibetans is a daily practice. For the sakes of online education and influencing others to try something new, I decided to make these 21 videos as a challenge to try a new practice and perhaps it could become ritual if the new practitioner wants it to be.
Hi Boris, thanks for your feedback. I have received feedback about breathing from several people. My philosophy on breathing is based in choice, rather than what someone says you must do. For instance, when running, do i inhale when my left foot steps and exhale when my right foot steps? This sounds ridiculous, am I right? For me, it's the same with the Rites. Discover what works best for you and just do it! Good luck
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Tibetan Rites are highly recommendable and besides the movement the breathing is essential. This should never be through the mouth as is shown in this instruction. Nose breathing when inhaling and exhaling is key to receive the benefits of the rites. Good luck!
Which direction do you spin on the first rite/exercise ?
When doing rite nr. 2, do you exhale when lifting the legs/head or do you exhale ?
So the inhalation and exhalation should be always done via the nose ?
The author of the book never mentioned anything about breathing...
I have been doing the Rites for 30 years and I feel so powerful all the time.
Do you hindi sir?
I watched many videos and confuse about breathing pattern..
Please help me sir...
HELLO RAI ...MY LEFT WRIST IS SORE ..HOW CAN I DO?
Which direction do you spin on the first rite/exercise ?
@@decathlete2000 clockwise.
@@antonellamicheli1082 let it heal. Then start the Rites.
Thank you so much for your great, clear and simple explanations about the movements of the Tibetan Rites. It is a great resource to share with other, I appreciate the time you have put into this! Thank you ❤
Thanks for sharing how to do the Tibetan 5 Rites. One of the best explanations around, esp on the breathing!
LOVE YOUR explanation of the RITES I have been sharing this link with friends. THANK YOU
I have gone the past 21 day challenge .I'm up to 13. proud of myself as I'm 57. The first week I wanted to give up . As all my joint were aching . But mind told me don't give up. It will get better .
wow,im 57 too
The fives rites is really helping me with life ups ans downs . I had some difficult new last week. But this week I have clarity . And realise I'm better off . And other people opinion of me Does not define me .
im in the same boat like you Shirley
Thanks for the thorough explanation! You helped explain things none of the other videos I've watched did.
So grateful to hear this, Ant! How is the practice going?
@@RyanHowesNorthernVertical Great when I do it! 😂
I’m starting today with a friend the challenge, thank you for your efforts and the great videos! You are great!
Thank you so much, Cattaneo. Let me know how it goes and if I could help. BEST -RYAN
Thanks! Inhale and exhale for 2, 4 and 5 are just the opposite somewhere else…but as you do makes more sense to me because usually when you practice sport you exhale when you use your muscles and inhale when you prepare your shot…Who is right?
Since I do an 18 movement Tai chi Qigong routine in the morning I prefer doing the Tibetan rites as an evening routine.
I have seen this Tibeten rides a lot so can’t wait to try
Thx
Thanks RyanHowes for your time spending on this video, great
Thank you for watching DVG
@@RyanHowesNorthernVertical You are simply superb. I have one doubt about rotations. There is so much confusion about rotations from left to right hand or right to the left hand. I saw in some other videos, some are said left to right that is clockwise, some are said, right to left that is anti clockwise. Some of our friends were written comments in other videos there are some side effects if we do it in the wrong direction. Some are said they are mentally affected. Actually, I am doing yoga daily. I am very interest to do your 5 Tibet rites. Kindly provide clarification about rotations rite. Once again thanks a lot for your response.
@@RyanHowesNorthernVertical ccxvto
Thanks for the video. I have noticed that many people are concerned about breathing pattern... I am writing to them. Yoga means connecting body and mind with breathing working as bridge between two. Also in Sadhana Pada and Patanjali’s documentation on yoga says that right posture should be such that you can’t feel your body. In any posture if you can feel your body, that posture is not good and need adjustment either through body or breathing ... so stick to natural breathing that suits you... constantly reminding yourself about breathing during yoga session will distract your mind more. It’s the withdrawal and silence which is most required in your mind while practising yoga. Hope this helps.
Do you hindi sir?
I watched many videos and confuse about breathing pattern..
Please help me sir...
it makes a lot of sense... thank you!!!
Very well explained! I just started day 1, looking forward to complete it during this month. Thanks! :)
Thank you, Chipo! Enjoy the experience and thanks for joining.
How are the Rites going, Chipo?
Good instruction, but The Rites are done for a maximum of 21 repetitions. It is advised to begin at 3 repetitions....and increase by two after a week or so of doing the 3 reps daily. So the first week or so you do 3 reps, then the second week or so you do 5 reps, but keep doing the 5 until it isn't challenging, only then increase. If someone new to the Rites thinks that they will be able to do 21 reps in 21 days that is unlikely unless they are already an advanced yogi or other equivalents. This is a beneficial long term exercise, not a quick fix or '21 day challenge'.
Thanks Davina, this video series was simply to help people learn the Tibetans Rites and practice them over a 21-day period.
@@RyanHowesNorthernVertical you're welcome, but to make sure you cater to all levels of fitness, it's best to follow the right guidelines. This is an ancient practice, with great health benefits, if done correctly.
Thanks you for sharing ! I feel great after doing these rites and your guidance matters !
Thank you Carmen! Glad you have found the Rites.
I love the queing, thank you for the great video.
My pleasure Ed! How is the practice going?
great instruction,subbed
Every video differs with regard to the inhale and exhale? What is right???
Hi Rejendar, pardon the delayed response. My breathing philosophy is based on choice. Do what feels right to you, whether that is an inhale or exhale. This gives you ownership in the practice versus someone telling you to do this and do that.
Rajendar Menen : the original book does not mention breathing . It also does not mention Chakras.
@@M13x13M The original book calls them "Vortexes".
@@RyanHowesNorthernVertical Well, i believe that breathing need follow the movement, if one are doing wrong, the body accert itself in some point, to do it right.
I have difficulty doing number 4 correctly
Tell me more about that...does it cause discomfort in a particular area of your body? Or, is there of weakness in the arms or core? There are adjustments that can help.
i am confuse in the book say anti clockwise which is to the left or is yo the right?
I think the second rite is not right with inhale and exhale. I compared few youtube movies and it says in most cases that you should inhale when you put your legs up, and exhale when you put your leg and neck down to the floor. Breathing is very important so let get this straight (?)
Thank you for sharing this with us. It is is very inspiring and easy to do as a ritual every morning when you explain so well ;-)
So grateful you are practicing the Rites, Linda and for your very kind message. Blessings, RYAN
Hey thanks for the video, I've been researching the 5 rites and came across your video. Just a quick question with rite 2 you breath out while lifting your legs and breath in while lowering yourself back to the ground, its the first time I seen it done like this, every other suggestion I've come across is breath in while lifting and breath out while lowering so just wondering why you do it your way? Also, I really like the hands behind head tip for rite 1 :) Thanks
Hey Josh, thanks for taking the time to reach out and glad you're practicing. Intuitively, my breathing practice dictates when I inhale and exhale. I believe that there is no right or wrong direction of breath given the movement. Surely there are people who would disagree with me :)
When working with people one-on-one, I talk about finding "your breath" and to listen to what your body wants. Quite simply, is it more comfortable / flowing to inhale or exhale through this movement? So I would direct that question to you my friend. Try it both ways and allow your body to decide.
Best to you, RYAN
Thanks for the reply Ryan and your explanation which makes perfect sense. I believe in the original book that introduced the 5 rites to the western world 'The eye of revelation' by Peter Kelder it had no mention of breathing with each rite at all so yup makes sense to do it how you feel is best. Thanks
Nothing in the original books state chin-to-chest on rite 3. It says bend forward as far as possible.
thank you for your comments, mark
RyanHowes NorthernVertical : Have you ever tried to do it that way?
@@M13x13M Yes, I have tried it the way the book describes. In a world where everyone has a way of doing something, I take the liberty to move and breathe in a way that intuitively feels good to me. That's both a personal philosophy and what I teach my clients. You can see from various comments throughout this 21-Day Series that both movement and breath feedback have been solicited. There are many who site the book, there are many who cannot perform Rites 4 and 5 due to weaknesses and arthritis. I don't think of the 5 Rites as a strict "way" of doing, rather an opportunity to experience the body, breath and movement to cultivate a healthy mind and body. I have been a professional athlete and practitioner of various movement modalities for my career and feel strongly that the end goal is to feel good. Thanks again for watching and your thoughts. Best!
Would love to practice these but I have painful osteoarthritis in my wrists and shoulders. Pressure on these really aggravate the condition. Is there any options, building excercises or trick I can use to eventually be able to do rites #4 & 5 ?
I find making fists and using my knuckes rather than flat hands helps. Also doing some extra wrist stretches after. google yoga pose options for downward dog and table top. Sometimes it can be just starting out with what you can do and working from there, too.
Hello! Rites 4 and 5 are common challenges for many of my followers so you are not alone. There are some exercises and modifications that can be made and I am happy to share that with everyone in my next video. Could you tell me more about your osteoarthritis? I am a private practice health coach and have helped a lot of people reverse such conditions. Feel free to send me an email: ryan@northernvertical.com and visit: northernvertical.com
There is a pause to center the person.
For #5 the inhale should be into the Cobra and the exhale for the DD.
anne robinson I watched another video that said it’s the opposite of Hatha yoga. I guess to get the true answer you’d have to go to the original source.
Hi Anne, yes I have heard this many times and thank you for sharing :)
Breathing in the way you mentioned does not feel natural for me and I am of the philosophy that we can chose to breath in or out as we please, even though the books or Tibetans may teach it otherwise.
@@andreaz4673 seven. Rights.
So happy finding your video. Started yesterday. Greetings from Poland.
Thank you. Very good guidance! I am just beginning this. I have been doing a mild version of my own of yoga poses. My question... I have a hard time with table! I can only get up about ha;lf way because of shoulder and neck issues. Are there any modifications or suggestions on how to build into this? I would really appreciate it.
Toni! So glad to hear from you. My advice with Table Pose is to start with your hands and feet slightly wider than shown in the videos to gain a more solid base. Bend both knees, bringing your feet closer to your body with foot bottoms already planted on the floor. Exhale as your core rises up just slightly off the floor and inhale as you return to the floor. Go slowly and in time your body will heal.
Best, RYAN
Thank you Ryan- I will. Looking forward to making this a morning ritual!
Good video. I lost 30 pounds last year but the gym is sooo boring to me. I like 5 rites because it is just 5. Question. Do you have a video on alternative rites for beginners? I still am very overweight and simply cannot YET do some of these.i hope to get to 21 reps in time. Ready to start again.
Hi Denise, my apologies for not getting back to you much, much sooner. Congratulations to losing 30 lbs!!! So happy for you. These Rites truly nourish me. I want to help you. Which Rites are you finding most challenging? I have received feedback about Rites 4 and 5. They are surely challenging. My recommendation for Rite 4 is to go half-way into Table. With practice, you will build more strength and reach 21 full repetitions. And for Rite 5, I recommend aiming for seven reps, rest, and repeat two times. Let me know how else I can help. ryan@northernvertical.com
My left wrist hurts ..how can i do downward dog?
Hi Antonella, I recommend placing a rolled towel under palm of your hand as close to the base of the palm where it meets the wrist. This will help to achieve a straight wrist. Your wrist pain is likely due to pressure on the small wrist bones as they are bent in a 90-110 degree angle.
There are as many breathing patterns as videos on the subject on YT
Thanks for your comment, Nono. I generally receive two types of comments from the video series: 1) great instruction, and 2) what's up with the breathing?!
My opinion, which I could talk about in future videos, is that breathing does not have a prescription of when to inhale and when to exhale. I have spent most of my career as an athlete and found yoga and the five tibetans. The latter seems to have less structure on breathing, so I do what feels natural. In my day to day working with people, teaching breathing techniques is about intuition.
Any thoughts on this, Nono?
Dear Ryan...thanku so much for reply...i always randomly look for tibetean exlaining on youtube ...you are the best! I have started rites for about a month am at 17...i have started with wrist issues now am worried ...today i tried with towel much better thanku...but my right hand must it be normally in floor? The table top rite i do with fists is it ok?
You can do table on your fists, or if you have dumbbells (hand weights) you can do table on those, as well as use a towel like rite 4. Over time with more practice, your palms will touch the floor. We can always skype or zoom call and I can show you/chat about all of the details. So glad that you're practicing. It must feel so good!!
THANKU ...VERY KIND! BY THE WAY I CUT DOWN TO 10,IS IT OK?
Great video. I'm starting today . I have one question, in case that we feel muscle tension after the first day are we continue with the second day or we can skip. Just to know I'm a starter 🙌🙌
Gratitude for joining the 21-Day Challenge. Trust your body. If it says rest and skip a day, please do so. You know best. I developed the challenge for everyone to slowly build upon as a way to not feel too much muscle fatigue. Each new day we add another repetition to each of the five rites.
JAIGURU
thank you!!!!
Wonderful practice, can't wait to keep building! Thank you
Grateful to have you on board, Allie!
You look in great shape. How long have you been doing the 5 rites?
Since 2016. It has been an incredible addition to my regular movement practices.
I'm 24 years old.What are good exercises for?
tor nike could you restate your question. I’m not sure what you are asking.
What you mean is, what this exercises are good for, I guess.
I have just found these exercise on you tube. Thsnk you. Everyone does it different . It makes you really hot . I can also feel movement in my brain . It keep me calm as well . Being a Gemini I live in my head. This stops it
Really glad this helps you, Shirley!!
In regards to the the Tibetan Rites, everyone on utube including you are doing rite#3 WRONG first paragraph page 25 of the book the eye of revolution by Peter Kelder states first move is bend forward for some reason there is no photo of this part so everyone skips it SHAME you have the book check it out
Breathing is not right in this tutorial, it goes vice versa
why is it a challenge why can't it just be a morning ritual like brushing your teeth
Hi Gina, Thank you for your message. The Five Tibetan's can be whatever you want it to be. For me, the Five Tibetans is a daily practice. For the sakes of online education and influencing others to try something new, I decided to make these 21 videos as a challenge to try a new practice and perhaps it could become ritual if the new practitioner wants it to be.
wrong breathing pattern on Nr. 5. there are much worse videos on 5T on youtube. i give this one a B -.
Hi Boris, thanks for your feedback. I have received feedback about breathing from several people. My philosophy on breathing is based in choice, rather than what someone says you must do. For instance, when running, do i inhale when my left foot steps and exhale when my right foot steps? This sounds ridiculous, am I right? For me, it's the same with the Rites. Discover what works best for you and just do it! Good luck
@@RyanHowesNorthernVertical Very sound advice,