"That's how I usually associate it. I don't think of the hulking male as alpha unless they also have that 'archetype' of leader. I usually see alphas as being medium-large, humble but knows what to do kind of guy. A good strong balance. I guess the hero archetype in a way. Sometimes the reluctant leader. The one people naturally follow (well sometimes)- not the one that has to always fight to stay ahead. He's just there, in the alpha position. And if not, you won't see him following usually.
But I do also see that.. The image you associate. But I usually see them as wannabes or soldiers. Or grunts. Workhorses. Betas are the helpfuls. They are like Sayyid (sp), and Jin, and maybe Michael. Locke is a wildcard. He's could be an alpha, but I can't pin it. And its not so clear cut. And, I have no idea what I'm really talking about I'm not sure much can be tied up so nicely here. Sawyer is an Alpha of sorts, and that's part of the strife between him and Jack, but he has times as Alpha, like when they travel back in time if youve seen the show. He's just got some issues. So does Jack of course, but yea.
I don't know. Just taking a shot at it."
Totally man ^
I am a leader, reluctantly, my friends call it jedi abilities "These aren't the droids your looking for" (waves hand) ....