Most everyone understands that they need to put in work to experience results, however what few understand and even fewer practice is what comes before the work! Newton described action with his Principle of Inertia, in that “an object will continue moving at its current velocity until some force causes its speed or direction to change.” How does this apply to our fitness? Well, read on…
Before we ever get started in pursuit of a goal, the outcome is very much set into place by what we do BEFORE we act. This is what I refer to as Trombetta’s Theory of Predictable Outcomes, in that “every action is preceded by visualization which will have an exponential effect on the outcome.” What this theory states is that everything that we do first begins within us. Our minds, our bodies, our souls are the beginning. By acknowledging this, we are able to use this power to our benefit and create our desired outcome! If we preface our actions with positive visualizations they multiply into everything that takes place next. You see, like all things it truly begins and ends with us. The circular nature of life is very real and very powerful! If we visualize the outcome that we want with a positive mind and a “can/will do” attitude, we are very likely to accomplish what we desire because we set ourselves up on a path to create our outcome!
Beware; however, that the opposite is also true! If we begin with a negative mind and see what we are doing as an impossibility while listening to all of the external negative forces, not only are we likely to never start at all, but we also are likely to fail miserably when and if we begin. It is also very important to note that there is a third “beginning” that is very negative and this is a passive visualization or not visualizing anything at all. This can often times be worse than outright negativity as it leaves the door open for anything to come in and breaks your focus from what you are trying to accomplish. This “lack of visualization” is where very unstable foundations are built.
The take away message is that every action really is preceded by our thoughts. If we wish for our outcome to be positive, we had better begin with a positive mindset and outlook, otherwise our negative or misguided motion can be very difficult to change once started!
So, how do you apply this theory to your benefit? Well, start by always making a conscious effort to see things with your “mind’s eye” before they happen, this doesn’t mean having the ability to see the future, but rather creating it! If you see yourself completing the reps, eating all your meals, being confident on stage, etc… You eventually WILL do it! Visualization is very real and practiced by many who are top in their field, whether it is business or fitness! Take charge of your thoughts and you WILL take charge of your outcome! When there are doubters or negative influences (and there WILL be plenty of them), you simply pay no attention to them and keep on moving in your direction and you will eventually reach a point where you are headed on such a strong path of motion that it would take a very strong object to divert you. By the time you reach this point, a simple diversion really only becomes an obstacle and we all know obstacles are made to be overcome!
If you have already started visualizing things simply from reading this article, you are already well on your way to uncovering your unstoppable path, a path that we are all capable of, a path that has always been there… We just need to “see” it!
" Every action is preceded by visualization which will have an exponential effect on the outcome."
-Trombetta’s Theory of Predictable Outcomes-
Thank You to ALL who take the time to read My Words, if they are able to help just one person, then I am that much closer to My Goal!
-Stay Strong; It’s more than Physical-
Derek is a Professional Firefighter, Fitness Coach, and Physique Athlete with a Lifetime of REAL WORLD Experience in the Fitness Industry! For further information you can contact Derek at:
970Muscle Website:
970Muscle Facebook Page:
http://www.facebook.com/970Muscle
M.A.N. Sports™ Website:
http://www.ManSports.com/Derek-Trombetta
www.MensPhysique.com:
http://www.rxmuscle.com/Derek-Trombetta.html
Subscribe to RxMuscle on Youtube