The Viral “Full Throttle Always” Pose

Forget the old and tired thumbs up. Next time you have gone all in, given it your best and feel like a champ, whether at work or play; flex one arm and stretch the other arm aimed high towards the sky and give the “Full Throttle Pose”

A Pose says a Thousand Words

Have you ever looked at a picture and it invoked an emotion, but you weren’t quite sure why or more precisely, you couldn’t put it into words.  You probably recognize the above pose as one you have seen before and know that it relates to bodybuilding.  I find just looking at it to be inspiring and I am also a little in Awe, but why?

I suggest the answer is because it wasn’t easy to accomplish. We get discouraged and respond by opening the refrigerator door looking for a snack and some instant gratification. Attaining this level of fitness was not instant and the gratification was a long way down the road. The qualities of study and practice and visualization and focus are qualities to be admired. 

This pose expresses strength of body obviously but also strength of the mental ability to achieve.  The Symmetry and Aesthetics of the body and pose are a powerful statement of Mastery.  

 

Mastery over Mind and Body

Full Throttle Always World Fitness Community and the FTA Logo are about Mastery.  Don’t be afraid of the word.  You can pursue mastery by employing fun and enthusiasm and community.  What does Mastery mean to you?  Not everyone inspires to be a competitive body builder.  Maybe you want to get fit and meet new people.  Improving your flexibility and mobility may be the goal. Learning more about nutrition and the complexities of the human body might be your inspiration.  

Mastery is a goal; it is a process and a way of life.  This is a goal that you may never fully achieve, it is a constant honing of your abilities. Like muscles that need to be stressed and then relaxed, progress is gradual and requires effort. Effort towards a higher destination is rewarding and helps give our life purpose and meaning.

Clarity of Mind

“You are what your deep, driving desire is. As your desire is, so is your will. As your will is, so is your deed. As your deed is, so is your destiny.”  Quote by Dinesh Singh.

Visualization is key to leading our mind in the direction we desire. Baby steps, simple choices and a pattern develops.  The mind and body need to agree to achieve your best results.  The word disease can be broken down into dis (away or apart) and ease (free from pain, worry, or agitation).  Disease is to be at odds with yourself.  Our life functions best when we agree with our actions. Often referred to as talking the talk but not walking the walk. Visualize, Agree, and Achieve.