Perform Better, Feel Better, Be Better Focus and Discipline at Mentor ATA Martial Arts
When we think of martial arts, a few notable images spring to mind: Daniel LaRusso’s crane stance during the All-Valley Karate Championships; Bruce Lee’s advice to “be like water”; or Carl Douglas singing about “Kung Fu Fighting.” In the United States, we tend to have a very theatrical view of martial arts, but these practices are about more than kicks that are “fast as lightning.” Martial arts are about discipline, focus, and hard work. This is especially true at the Mentor ATA Martial Arts in Painesville Township. respectively, started Mentor ATA Martial Arts. Their goal was to provide a positive, safe learning environment for kids and adults alike to learn martial arts. Dedicated instructors teach karate and taekwondo, while incorporating principles from a variety of martial art styles to create effective self-defense. Despite what we saw from the Cobra Kai dojo in “The Karate Kid,” martial arts classes aren’t about being able to beat someone up. In fact, In 2002, Jason Gehring and Jason Ratay, seventh- and sixth-degree black belts
nonviolent conflict resolution is a base principle of karate and taekwondo. Mentor ATA Martial Arts is a huge supporter of antibullying programs in schools. Of course, if you were to end up in a situation where you need to protect yourself or others, knowing a martial art can certainly help you get out safely. Mentor ATA Martial Arts excels at helping its young students enjoy learning and physical activity. They also aim to make sure adults who are trying martial arts for the very first time feel comfortable, even when attempting something brand new. Mentor ATA Martial Arts isn’t just one of the best martial arts institutes in the area; they have also gained recognition on the national level, having been awarded American Taekwondo Association’s National School of the Year title twice. Interested in the benefits of martial arts for your kids or yourself? Check out Mentor ATA Martial Arts at MentorATA.com. They live up to their promise of helping students “perform better, feel better, be better.”
Pesto Chicken With Blistered Tomatoes Brighten up after a cold, dark winter with this fresh and flavorful springtime dish.
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Ingredients
Directions 1. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tbsp olive oil. 2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, and add it to pan. Cook chicken for 5 minutes on each side, then remove pan from heat. 3. In a bowl, combine panko, Parmesan cheese, and butter. 4. Spread pesto over chicken and top with panko mixture. 5. Broil chicken for 2 minutes on high heat until browned. • 2 1/2 tbsp olive oil, divided • 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts, pounded to a 1-inch thickness • Salt and pepper to taste • 1/4 cup whole-wheat panko
• 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted • 6 tbsp spinach pesto • 2 cups cherry tomatoes • 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
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6. In a skillet, heat remaining oil over medium- high heat. 7. Add tomatoes and cook for 6 minutes. 8. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. 9. Season tomato mixture with salt and pepper, and add red wine vinegar. 10. Serve tomatoes with broiled chicken.
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