Martial Arts Enlightenment

realslumblr asked: great blog, what are some other favorite martial arts blogs you suggest?

I am glad you enjoy it!
Some of my favorite blogs on tumblr include SafeDefense, mma training vlog, in all things balance, and Martialarts Lifestyle. I am also a huge fan of Black belt magazine. 

Soba Noodles with Peanut Sauce

6 tablespoons reduced sodium tamari or soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil (such as Leblanc)
1 tablespoon unsweetened peanut butter
4 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
10 ounces soba noodles
2 cups shredded cooked chicken, warmed or room temperature
5 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
1/4 cup chopped unsalted peanuts
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

In a large, shallow bowl, whisk the tamari, sesame oil, peanut butter, vinegar, 2 tablespoons water, ginger, and garlic. 

In a pot, boil 3 quarts of water. Add noodles and stir. cook until tender (5 minutes). 

Drain in a colander; run hot water over the noodles until the water runs clear. (If the noodles aren’t washed, they’ll be starchy and sticky.) Drain thoroughly again. 

Add noodles to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Add chicken and scallions; toss again. 

Garnish with sesame seeds, peanuts, and cilantro. 

Serves four.

CALORIES PER SERVING: 577 
CARBS: 59 G 
FIBER: 3 G 
PROTEIN: 41 G 
FAT: 19 G

This is a delicious recipe, courtesy of Runners World. If you are looking for a healthy way to fuel your sport, defiantly check this out.

Adaptability is the Key

It is not the strongest species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is the most adaptable to change.”
-Charles Darwin

Replace the word “species” with “fighter”

This is one of the most important lessons a martial artist can learn. Dont be afraid to step out of your comfort zone.