This article is your ultimate guide to cement that fact, providing you with the 5 best body language tips in the business, and how you can use them to your advantage.<\/p>\n
In it, you will learn to the secrets to how a true alpha male:<\/p>\n
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- Holds\u00a0Eye Contact<\/li>\n
- Uses Facial Expressions<\/li>\n
- Stands<\/li>\n
- Walks<\/li>\n
- Sits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
But’s it not just about how your body language\u00a0can influence other people, it can also influence yourself – in particular, your testosterone levels.
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<\/p>\nThe Link between Body Language and boosting your Testosterone Levels<\/h2>\n
Before we move on to the body language section, we need to\u00a0define the link between testosterone levels and body language. Research from Harvard University has\u00a0shown a\u00a0clear correlation between your body language and hormone levels [1].<\/p>\n
The study was split in two body positions \u2018high power\u2019 (open and relaxed) versus \u2018low power\u2019 (closed and guarded) poses. The results indicated that high power poses had a 20% increase in testosterone and a 25% decrease in cortisol levels [1].<\/p>\n
This galvanizes the link between body language, boosting your testosterone levels and reducing your cortisol levels.<\/p>\n
The Role of Cortisol<\/h2>\n
Cortisol is the stress hormone that\u00a0can have serious implications on your health if you can’t control it – and it’s at its peak whenever your mentally or physically at your limit.<\/p>\n
High levels of coritsol lower your testosterone levels,\u00a0which can lead to\u00a0muscle wastage and weight gain by its effect on your hormones.<\/p>\n
One\u00a0study followed ten professional level cyclists\u00a0performing at their maximum workload to see the correlation between cortisol and their testosterone levels – the results were astounding. Every time there was an increase in cortisol, their T-levels would take a hit, and vice-versa. One directly affected the other. [2]<\/p>\n
Other\u00a0side effects associated with high cortisol include insomnia, a poor immune system, anxiety and low libido. The opposite of\u00a0what you want.<\/p>\n
Basic Alpha Male Body\u00a0Language Tips<\/h2>\n
1) Eye Contact<\/h3>\n
Eye contact is more than looking a person straight in the eyes. Being a confident alpha male means that you should not be afraid of looking at people and\/or things that you are really interested in. You may already know how important eye contact is!<\/p>\n
However the way in which we make eye contact can convey\u00a0whether you’re an alpha\u00a0male, or a beta –\u00a0you can read more about eye contact and how you can use it to assert your dominance\u00a0<\/strong>in the link below:<\/p>\n
Learn the\u00a0secret to Eye Contact
\n<\/strong>–\u00a0Click Here<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0–<\/p>\n
\n2) Facial Expressions<\/h3>\n
Facial expressions are a huge component of body language. A smile, or a stern expression can work wonders in the right environment. Speaking without really saying anything can also be viewed as alpha male, you may want to try the following gestures in the mirror:<\/p>\n
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- Smile more slowly<\/strong> –<\/strong>\u00a0Convey a more genuine emotion<\/li>\n
- Smile when you meet someone –<\/strong>\u00a0Appear friendly but confident<\/li>\n
- Nod once during conversation –\u00a0<\/strong>Seem more engaged and focused with your recipient<\/li>\n
- Switch from smiling to serious <\/strong>–<\/strong>\u00a0Keep your audience on their toes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Avoid<\/h3>\n
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- Looking confused or scared –\u00a0<\/strong>This conveys weakness and vulnerability<\/li>\n
- Faking a smile\u00a0<\/strong>–<\/strong>\u00a0You’ll appear\u00a0disingenuous and all around fake!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n3) Standing<\/h3>\n
This is one of the better Alpha Male Body Language Tips out there.<\/p>\n
Again, look at yourself in a mirror, preferably one that you can see your entire body, and answer the following questions honestly:<\/p>\n
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- Does your\u00a0posture express masculine power?<\/li>\n
- Could you provide the\u00a0dominant force required to run a\u00a0pack?<\/li>\n
- Do you appear confident with a zest for life?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If you have answered \u2018no\u2019 to any of these questions, or you’re not sure what that looks like, you need to work on your overall posture and attitude.
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<\/p>\nGranted that \u2018standing up straight\u2019 is the start of the posture jigsaw, but there are also many more pieces to add. Try the following hacks, test them out and see how you get on with them:<\/p>\n
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- Stand up tall and straight, open up your chest\u00a0–<\/strong>\u00a0This gives off the sign that you are not afraid to attack (if necessary!!)<\/li>\n
- Expand your shoulders –<\/strong>\u00a0Take up more space, demonstrating your importance<\/li>\n
- Place your feet a touch wider than your shoulders –<\/strong>\u00a0Emphasize your strength and solid stature<\/li>\n
- Keep your head up and look straight ahead –<\/strong>\u00a0Appear more confident<\/li>\n
- Straighten up your neck and spine – <\/strong>Add\u00a0a few more inches to your\u00a0height<\/li>\n
- Keep your hands in line with your torso or on near your hips –<\/strong> Remain in control with a constant ‘power pose\u2019<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n4)\u00a0Walking<\/h3>\n
Whether you are walking down the street or into the gym, you need to create that first impression. When an alpha male enters into a room, he’s confident; walking slowly and taking smooth balanced\u00a0steps.<\/p>\n
Therefore the way that you walk really does matter and analyzing and correcting it does only take a couple of days. By tweaking your walk you ensure that people perceive you as strong – all you need are the following adjustments:<\/p>\n
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- Use long\u00a0and balanced strides –<\/strong>\u00a0rarely rushed, small, fast steps appear more nervous and ‘feminine’<\/li>\n
- Walk with a purpose –<\/strong> like you are the top dog and the most important person in the world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A key point to consider is the Beta males often walk with short steps and from A to B in rushed and clumsy manner. Think about what this look like to your audience:<\/p>\n
\n5)\u00a0Sitting<\/h3>\n
An alpha male takes as much sitting room as he thinks that he needs. As a rule of thumb, bigger and wider is always better. You should always sit up straight, legs open in a comfortable position, lean back, show your torso as this demonstrates that you are not afraid of conflict and ready for action at any time.<\/p>\n
Never sit with your legs too close together, don\u2019t close off your posture with hands as this can be deemed as defensive and always envisage how a king sits on a throne!<\/p>\n
\nAlpha Male Body Language Tips Conclusion<\/h2>\n
Overall\u00a0these are the key five factors of strong Body Language.<\/p>\n
How you stare, appear, stand, sit or even move are all incredibly important to making that impact of intimidation, attraction, dominance or whatever emotion you require to get the best out of a situation.<\/p>\n
But there’s far more than just these five tips.<\/p>\n
Want to be even more Alpha?<\/h2>\n
We’re in the process of compiling the comprehensive guide to all things Alpha Male. If you want to be even higher up the food chain check out our other guides:<\/p>\n
Becoming an Alpha Male: Eye Contact 101
\n<\/a>Becoming an Alpha Male: Dominant Voice 101<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
\nStruggling to Feel Alpha?<\/h2>\n
If you’re finding it hard to get in the mindset, it could very well be your testosterone levels – and if that’s the case, we have the answer:\u00a0TestoFuel.<\/strong><\/p>\n
TestoFuel is the number one natural testosterone booster out on the market. With four servings a day, and\u00a0generous doses of everything you need to get the best out of your T-levels, TestoFuel gives your body a constant supply of the good stuff and your ticket to the top.<\/p>\n
\nReferences:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n
[1] Carney, Dana R., Amy J. C. Cuddy, and Andy J. Yap. 2010. \u201cPower Posing: Brief Nonverbal Displays Affect Neuroendocrine Levels and Risk Tolerance.\u201d\u00a0Psychological Science\u00a021 (10): 1363\u201368. doi:10.1177\/0956797610383437.<\/p>\n
[2]\u00a0Hoogeveen A. R., Zonderland M. L. Relationships between testosterone, cortisol and performance in professional cyclists. International Journal of Sports Medicine<\/em>. <\/span>1996;17<\/span>(6):423\u2013428.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- Walk with a purpose –<\/strong> like you are the top dog and the most important person in the world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Expand your shoulders –<\/strong>\u00a0Take up more space, demonstrating your importance<\/li>\n
- Stand up tall and straight, open up your chest\u00a0–<\/strong>\u00a0This gives off the sign that you are not afraid to attack (if necessary!!)<\/li>\n
- Faking a smile\u00a0<\/strong>–<\/strong>\u00a0You’ll appear\u00a0disingenuous and all around fake!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Smile when you meet someone –<\/strong>\u00a0Appear friendly but confident<\/li>\n
- Smile more slowly<\/strong> –<\/strong>\u00a0Convey a more genuine emotion<\/li>\n