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June 23, 2000
We all will or have realized at sometime in our lives that
we have some destiny for which we do not understand how we
got there. The journey seems to be an endless one and even
when we have "arrived", we still have a long road to travel.
It is this road we travel that defines us and molds us into
what we eventually become. As we grow (not necessarily older),
we are exposed to many experiences that help us learn. Just as when
you were a child learning from your parent, you continue throughout
life learning from others and building onto the foundation created
by them. Whether the experiences you have are good or bad, healthy
or unhealthy, you learn. In this article, I will explain, in my
opinion of course, why natural bodybuilders are leaders by example.
To be "fit" and develop a well structured physique takes a commitment
that most people in the world just cannot make. Those who are successful
at making the commitment to being fit are subjects of envy, sarcasm,
inspiration, and mystery. Sounds like the description of many of today's
leaders. Fit conscious people are natural leaders driven internally and
have a
profound effect on the lives of those around them. Why? Simply
because we do what we do. Ask yourself, how many other people do
you know who will push their bodies to the brink of utter submission
day in and day out? Squeezing out that last rep when every inch of the
body says, "No More, Please"! How many people do you know that have
blown off the stereotypical lifestyle that many lead in pursuit of
something more meaningful? Everyone wants to be fit and is
interested in finding that golden shore. We, as fit conscious disciples,
have a lot to offer those who are lost and are searching for
there own fitness. We must help "lead" them in the right direction.
I emphasis "lead" since we can offer some guidance to those who want
to follow. We can offer our own failures as well as successes to
enable them to jump start their adventure. Our knowledge is purely
based on our own experiences and makes us qualified to lead those
that want to be lead. We, as leaders, are defined by our views of
ourselves and how others view us. This makes it crucial that we
continually
critique ourselves in our pursuit towards the achievement of an end goal.
Do you have a choice to be a leader? No, it comes with the territory.
Many
leaders are born without even knowing it. They are cast into a
position to lead for no other reason than that others are willing to
follow
them. What justifies us as qualified leaders? In workplace environments,
managers will assess a potential prospects qualifications before offering
them
a job. Do they always know right away? Not always. As a car owner, you
prefer
to take your car into a place that has a mechanic that is certified to
work on it.
Does that prove they are qualified? Sometimes yes and sometimes no. As a
fit
conscious person, your qualification is always apparent. All a person has
to
do is look at you and they will instantly know that you are qualified.
Does it
take an advanced degree or certification to convince someone that your are
qualified?
Probably not. As they say, "The proof is in the pudding".
It is your
duty to share
your experience and knowledge when called upon by those without access.
This will
not only help someone in need, it can also result in an opportunity to
learn. It
is, in a sense, a two way road! How many questions have you been asked by
others wanting to tap into the knowledge you have acquired in fitness? How
many times have you actually gained valuable knowledge from someone who
was in need of help? I experienced a completeness in my bodybuilding
endeavor
that is unlike any other. My knowledge is in a constant state of
expansion
which has resulted in better training and diet techniques. The pursuit of
ultimate fitness has and will always require a focused intensity like no
other.
However, the tangible results of all the investment made are with you
always.
Whether you are going through a terrible divorce, having a baby,
making a new career change etc... Being a "fit" leader, it is important
to convince
and lead others to the realizations that you have discovered and
benefited
from during your journey.
The dedication, commitment, fortitude, and knowledge that is required to
get fit and stay fit exemplify all the qualities of being a true
leader. With little, if any, financial rewards for what we do, the
fact that we have the ability to create a vision and achieve that
vision re-enforces our potential as a leader. We must realize this and
take
pride in what we do and how we do it. Remember nothing is more important
than being healthy. You know it and I know it and it is our
responsibility
to lead others to the "promised land".
With that I will now close. Again, thanks for reading.
wnbfprofessional@aol.com
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