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Toronto Summer Heat and Systema Training
Summer has officially landed in Toronto — and it’s not pulling any punches. At FightClub, we’re no strangers to training in real-life...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
4 days ago3 min read
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Surviving and Thriving in the Heat: Smart Tips for Outdoor Hot Weather Training
When the temperature rises and the sun is relentless, outdoor training, sports, or even simple walks can feel like you're moving through...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
4 days ago2 min read
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The Hidden Architecture of Health and Wellness in Toronto
What if your body’s health didn’t just come from gym sessions and kale smoothies, but from the architecture of your tissues themselves?...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jun 133 min read
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The Health Systema Stick
The Powerful Health Benefits of Systema Stick Training If you’re into movement culture, breathwork, or just looking for a practice that...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jun 13 min read
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Wave Work for Health
One of the most profound tools for physical and psychological health in Systema is something that looks deceptively simple: wave work ....

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 253 min read
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Train Smart—Save Your Joints!
Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough love in your training routine: your joints. Yeah, those hardworking hinges that...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 131 min read
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The Timeless Benefits of Archery Training
Archery training is more than Just Hitting the target. In an age dominated by high-tech fitness routines and fast-paced sports, archery...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 122 min read
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Breath Holds: The Hidden Power in Martial Arts
Breath is the foundation of life, yet in martial arts, it often remains an overlooked aspect of training. Breathwork is not just a tool...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Feb 223 min read
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What Is Mobility?
Hello Centurions! This week we will be studying mobility in the Wednesday night class! The concept of “mobility training” has become a...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 202 min read
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Training with a Stick
Incorporates stick work as a versatile tool to develop key principles of movement, awareness, and adaptability. This week will be...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 173 min read
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Flexibility
Flexibility After 40: How Regular Stretching Unlocks Health and Longevity Are you over 40 and feeling less spry than you used to? You’re...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 134 min read
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Martial Arts Muscle
Muscle Pairs and Movement (Antagonistic Pairs): Muscles work in pairs. One muscle contracts (shortens) to create movement, while the...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 42 min read
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Healthy and One Hundred
FC Centurion Master the Art of Aging Well – A Proven Path to 100 (and Beyond) Join Us in 2025 and Start Your Journey to 100! January...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Dec 30, 20242 min read
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Systema Stretching
I've been studying Systema for 30 years. In that time, I've learned much about how this dynamic art can help you become a better martial...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Sep 8, 20242 min read
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Movement is Medicine
The concept of 'Movement is medicine' is not just a saying but a profound truth that underscores the transformative impact of physical...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Aug 26, 20242 min read
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Systema Breathwork & Cold Water Immersion
Breathwork - In this series we will practice three types of breath work that help manage stress, promote relaxation and focus and...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Aug 11, 20244 min read
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Box Breathing
Square breathing, or box breathing, is a simple and effective technique to calm the mind and body. It is commonly used by athletes,...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jul 28, 20242 min read
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Benefiting from stretching
A balanced approach Stretching can be beneficial and has its place in any well-balanced fitness program that also includes strength...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 18, 20242 min read
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Biomechanics of Systema
Biomechanics studies the mechanical aspects of human movement, including analyzing the forces and motions that occur during their...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 20, 20243 min read
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Systema Approach to Injuries
Sustaining injuries can provide valuable opportunities for learning and personal growth. Here are some potential lessons someone can...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jun 19, 20232 min read
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