Eric Torres
- certified Systema instructor at Systema Headquarters, Toronto since 2008.
- extensive and diverse life-long martial arts experience in Taekwondo, Judo, Brazilian Jit Jitsu, Muay Thai and Western Boxing, including serious and competitive training.
“When you Breathe to the Core, your breathing is not only a symbol of life but a key to unlocking a new dimension of movement and power.”
In this breathwork series, you will come across an intensively new approach to mind and corporeal connectivity. This new level of advanced exercises will help you feel a deeper sense of true relaxation and psychological freedom.
Combine breath modifications with push up workouts to:
- strengthen body structure
- reserve and avoid physical strain
- develop sensitivity training
- uncover breath continuity for the whole body
Engage in core exercises that will help you to push your limits, break through tensions, heal from injuries and heighten awareness.
Running time: 34 minutes
Systema Instructor –
I just finished watching this video in full and I was impressed by the challenge it put me through. There is definitely a novice, intermediate and mastery level to Breathing. Many people think that when you talk about breathing, it starts at inhale and ends at exhale or they mention mindfulness, meditation, yoga and breathing all in the same sentence to acknowledge the importance of breath work. However, there is more to Breathing when you look at the combative and healing side of things. Sitting and breathing or laying and stretching is in my opinion 1 to 2 dimensional but getting to the psychological and healing and physical side of breathing is on another level.
Tyler Halfpop –
It was inspiring to see Eric and Stephan do those advanced breathing exercises for higher repetitions. When I see them do so many it gives me confidence to try and get at least a few more. I also really liked how they described their internal states during the exercises. It was interesting to hear how they still feel those similar uncomfortable feelings and they don’t just go away, but they are still able to stay calm. The film gave me a lot to think about and work on. Thank you for making it available.
William Gordon –
This is the most wonderful breathwork presentation I have seen. Very presentable and this is what I use before I go to the fitness centre to work out, and I feel revitalised afterwards.
Richard Yagutilov –
Excellent video, loved the breathing exercises! There is so much variety and ability to set the appropriate level of intensity based on the student and fitness level. Thank you very much for this video!
Gene Tupper –
This video makes you realize how deep Systema is and how far you can go psychologically to master yourself.
Eugene from California –
I rewatched Breathwork to the Core. This is really good work! It is amazing how Eric was able to stretch or hold his breath for 12+ seconds and still move so smoothly.