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Training Tip: Patience in Practice

Whether you are a beginner or advanced, remember that mastery is not achieved overnight. Focus on the fundamentals, for they are the foundation of everything. Take time each day to practice a simple stance—let’s focus on Zenkutsu-dachi (front stance).

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Step forward with your left leg, bending the left knee while keeping the back leg straight.
  3. Your weight should be evenly distributed, front foot facing forward, back foot slightly outward.
  4. Hold this position and breathe deeply. Feel the strength in your legs and the balance in your stance.
  5. Switch sides after a few breaths.

Miyagi Wisdom: "First learn stand, then learn walk. Nature rule, not mine."

Consistency is key. Even a few minutes of mindful practice a day will improve your focus, posture, and balance. Karate is not only about physical strength, but mental clarity and discipline.

Healthy Meal Recipe: Miyagi’s Grilled Miso Salmon with Steamed Vegetables

To fuel the body, we need to nourish it with foods that bring energy and balance. This simple, healthy meal is rich in protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential nutrients—just like Miyagi's philosophy, it is natural, wholesome, and full of vitality.

Ingredients:

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons of miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon of soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
  • 1 cup of steamed broccoli
  • 1 cup of steamed carrots
  • 1 cup of steamed bok choy
  • A sprinkle of sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a small bowl, mix the miso paste, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and sesame oil until well combined.
  2. Marinate the salmon: Coat the salmon fillets with the marinade and let them rest for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to soak in.
  3. Grill the salmon: Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium heat. Grill the salmon for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until the fish is flaky and cooked through. Baste the salmon with the leftover marinade while grilling for extra flavor.
  4. Steam the vegetables: While the salmon is grilling, steam your vegetables—broccoli, carrots, and bok choy—until they are tender but still bright in color.
  5. Serve: Place the grilled salmon on a plate, accompanied by the steamed vegetables. Sprinkle some sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top for a final touch of flavor and texture.

Enjoy this dish with a cup of green tea, to bring further harmony to your meal.

Miyagi Wisdom: "No need for big feast. Simple food, simple life—brings strong body and calm mind."

By practicing patience in both your training and your diet, you walk the path of balance. As we say in Miyagi-Do, the key to life is living with purpose in all things—whether it’s your karate stance or the food on your plate. Take care of the body, and the mind will follow.

Welcome to Miyagi-Do Essentials. Train with focus, nourish with care, live with respect.

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