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Systema Strikes
Systema is a distinct Russian martial art that stands out for its unique approach. It prioritizes fluidity, adaptability, and relaxation,...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 3, 20243 min read
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Systema Strikes
In Systema, strikes are integral to the martial arts approach to self-defence and combat. Systema emphasizes a holistic and fluid...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Feb 3, 20243 min read
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The Mechanical Aspects of Human Movement
Biomechanics studies the mechanical aspects of human movement, including analyzing the forces and motions that occur during their movements. We will be studying the biomechanics of human movement this coming week. How the human body moves, functions, and interacts with the ground, walls and obstacles. #systema movement Here are some key concepts within the biomechanics of human movement. Kinematics:Â Kinematics deals with the description of motion, including the position, velo

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 20, 20243 min read
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Systema
Systema is a martial art and self-defense system that originated in Russia. It was developed primarily for the Russian military and...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Aug 6, 20233 min read
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Systema Key Concepts
Systema is a martial art and self-defense system that focuses on practicality, adaptability, and efficiency in combat situations. While...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jun 21, 20231 min read
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Systema Randomness
One of the things I love about Systema’s training methodology is the is notion of Randomness. Moving in random patterns, exploring...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 16, 20232 min read
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Economy of movement
Economy of movement refers to the concept of using the minimum amount of physical effort or motion required to accomplish a task or...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 29, 20231 min read
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SYSTEMA Manual
I was just re-reading the SYSTEMA Manual and found this gem of a quote that I missed. #systema #martialarts #martialartstraining “In the...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Dec 15, 20221 min read
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What does Systema training include?
Training includes, but is not limited to: hand-to-hand combat, grappling, knife fighting, and firearms training. Training involves drills...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jul 30, 20221 min read
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Systema and Archery
Emmanuel Win’s a Canadian Indoor National Archery Silver Medal! As many of you may know, I’ve been practicing archery for almost 15...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Aug 15, 20212 min read
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Systema Breathing
There’s this drill…we all have them….that I just dread. I know its coming and I have to fight myself inside every time. Could it be...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 29, 20213 min read
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