Systema is one of the few martial arts than can be practiced entirely for health and by people of all ages.

This book gives a comprehensive guide to solo Systema training for the older person. It covers all the basics of breathwork, posture, movement and core exercise. It also show how to improve balance and coordination, even how to fall safely and get up from the floor. As well as this, there is advice on how to structure your training, on diet, lifestyle and developing a positive mental outlook.

Age is no barrier when it comes to health, fitness and well-being. Whether you have had a break from exercise or are looking for something more suitable for your circumstances, Systema will put you back in touch with your childhood sense of play and keep you fit and active well into old age.

Easy to follow guide, fully illustrated.

"Rob Poyton has been training and teaching Systema since 2000. He is a dedicated and talented instructor, knowledgeable on all of the key components of Systema.. Rob presents his teaching in a clear and structured manner through his classes and reading materials."

- Vladimir Vasiliev, October 2019.