Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth

I read the preview, and was intrigued. When I looked at some of the rite poses, I wasn't sure if I could do them, but was willing to give it a try. First of all, read the book thoroughly, and understand the concept of the Tibetan rites. I'm someone who has had 3 freak accidents over the last 6 years, and had physical therapy for all with mixed results. I've broken both of my arms (separate incidents), collapsed cartilage in one knee and had to wear a knee brace for a few months, and developed neck pain that physical therapy did not help (I wound up having the nerves burned in a radio frequency neurotomy which worked pretty well & was cleared for activity), so you can probably understand my hesitancy in trying any of these poses. It was a leap of faith to try these rites, but I did, and even after the first day that I tried them, I could feel a difference. With each day that I've done the 5 rites, I've grown stronger and it becomes easier. I actually look forward to starting my morning with the 5 rites. I'm going on my 7th day now, and I can feel a difference in my abs, my posture, strength, and my flexibility. I'm optimistic that it will just keep getting better. Dr. Siegel's forward was right on the money--be kind to yourself, and do what you can. Each day has gotten easier, and I feel better each day. My goal is to get back to hiking primitive trails and to get to enjoy the great outdoors here in SW Utah again. I suggest using the preview function to read several pages of this book, and see if you think it might work for you. I am so happy that I took the time to preview this book, and then purchased it. It isn't a long book, but it doesn't need to be. It has made a difference in my life in only a week, and I look forward to further improvement and change.

It seems the older we get the more aware we are of our own mortality. I have lived ¾ of a century so far even though I have several medical issues. On the upside I have been into numerous martial arts and fitness programs for more than 60 years. I am a voracious reader and I was surprised I had never come across this fascinating 106 page hardcover book (Ancient secret of the fountain of youth by Peter Kelder, foreword by Bernie S. Siegel, M.D.) until recently. I purchased it at a bargain price on Amazon. One of my favorite old black and white movies is “Lost Horizon.” The movie is based upon the book by the same name by James Hilton published in 1933. The main theme is based upon a fantasy place somewhere in the Himalayan Mountains called “Shangri-La. It is a place where everyone is happy and one never grows old. In this respect, I found this book an interesting and informative read. This text is organized into five parts. In the first part the author gives the reader a glimpse of the adventure about to unfold. He meets a retired British army officer named Colonel Bradford. Bradford related a tale about the search for someplace in the Himalayan Mountains where they have discovered “the fountain of youth.” Colonel Bradford invited the author (Peter Kelder) to join him on this search but decided not to travel with Col. Bradford at that time. A few years passed and the author received a letter from Bradford claiming he had found the monastery he was searching for and would be coming back to the U.S. to share what he had learned. This book has six basic exercises that are simple to learn and do to achieve health and youth when done every day. As an exercise nut all my life I added the six Rites shown in this very practical book to my own rugged workout routines. Whether or not those exercises will restore me to a more youthful appearing old guy of 75 is to be determined after a few more months using the six exercises, which they call RITES. Note: The book’s advertisement on the back of the book claims “five ancient Tibetan rites” but the book actually includes a sixth rite. In any case, I really liked this book and still dream of finding my own Shangri-La fountain of youth. Rating: 5 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: Chair/Seated Tai Chi, Qigong, and Yoga for seniors and the physically challenged).

I was very skeptical when I first learned of this and of the claims that were being made. I mean, come on, it's only five exercises how powerful can they be? Why wouldn't my normal routine of going to the gym and walking the dogs keep me in the same condition? But I decided to give them a try. It has been three months. I followed the rules, began with 3 reps each and slowly added 2 per week or so. Now I'm doing 18 reps. I have been in the best health of my life. My breathing is especially clear, my lower back stronger and more supple, my energy more 'clear' and 'higher' if that means anything. I've also had 5 pounds disappear from my middle and seen a number on the scale that I haven't visited in a while. The five rites are a part of my daily routine and I'm delighted it has become a habit. It is more than exercise. It is better than hatha yoga. I don't know why it works as well as it does but I don't pick fights with "what is". Try it for yourself, go slow and be prepared to be surprised. An addenda. Now it has been two years since I've been practicing these. There is of course no way to quantify or objectify these exercises alone because I've made a continuing series of healthy choices in my life. Health is about wholeness after all: diet, attitude, meditation and prayer are all important as are these five rites. They are part of the wholesome web that keeps me feeling strong and supple. Younger? Who knows? Younger is as younger does and I'm still doing it. Do these exercises and have fun.

I will try to update this review as I continue to do the rites. I have been doing them for about 3 weeks, have decided to start slowly, and am currently doing 11 of each (goal is 21). What I have noticed so far are detox reactions. Pretty much every time I perform rites 3 and 4, my chest itches (which it does not do in normal life and never has during a yoga class). The itchiness resolves by the end of rite 5. Also, the book says not to be surprised if your urine takes on an odor. This has totally happened to me. When I skipped the exercises for 2 days it went away, then came back when I resumed. This is a detox reaction as well. I usually notice the odor several hours after performing the rites. I'm encouraged that one part of the book as proven to be true. I feel good after performing the rites, and they are improving my upper body strength, so I see no harm. I plan to stick with them and update this review.

I spent all day reading and taking notes about this great book. The more you read this book with an open positive state of mind, the more benefits you will achieve.

Love this book

I found out about this book from a woman on Instagram and decided to take a look. I am very pleased that I did, the book brings many ideas and concepts taught by new age gurus together in a delightful read set in 1930’s. It is not just about youthful appearance. Highly recommend.

I am still practicing the rites at 77 years and am youthful enough that the local paper did an article about me. - Doing the rites in the morning sunshine can be ecstasy. Number one sharpened my sense of balance and has kept me from getting hurt on a number of occasions. Also, it gives something of a spiritual high. Rite number two is difficult at the beginning but I started by lifting only one leg and eventually got strong enough to lift both legs with ease. Arthritic bone spurs limit extension in my neck, so I probably will never do numbers three and five very well but perfect form is not necessary to achieve good results. The book talks about changing the way you see yourself. For this purpose, I recommend doing the rites in front of a mirror and making videos of your self. I needed visual evidence to convince my self I was making progress. There will come a "wow!" moment when you are able to compare what you see on the video with the shuffling gaits of your contemporaries. If you like the advice on diet in Part Three, you might want to read Supreme Vitality by Bernarr Macfadden. The voice exercises in Part Four keep you from developing the reedy that afflicts many seniors. If you can accept them, the ideas of Part Five on mantrams, mantras, using the super-consciousness and spoken word are even more effective than the physical rites in the first of the book . If so, you may find The Game of Life and How to Play It by Florence Scovel Shinn to be helpful.

Excellent! Recommended reading to all. The 5 tibetans have become an everyday ritual in my life. Awakens body and mind

My yoga teacher gave a 4 week workshop on the 5 Tibetans. Our class of 20 seniors loved the simplicity,and the story, also, our teacher is a living example of a devoted practitioner. Her beauty ,dedication ,inspiration , are a privilege to behold. The book was her recommendation.I purchased 2 more copies to give as gifts to ones I love. Maili

What a gem of a book. Concise knowledgable and practical ... looking forward to practice and see the results for itself.

I love it! Will use this book as my survival daily guide. I am still in awe with the content. I look forward to seeing my results. Only small disappointment is a very sudden ending. But I guess it’s why there is a part two to this book ☺️🙏

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