Progress photos are optional. Offer them, explain the use and let the client say no.
Get consent first
Photos of a body are personal data. Tell the client how you will use them and who sees them. Say how long you keep them. Never post one without written permission.
Match the setup
Each set should look the same as the last one.
- Same spot and same light.
- Same distance, with the camera at waist height.
- Same time of day, such as the morning before food.
- Same clothes.
- Three views: front, side and back, standing relaxed.
Choose a rhythm
Every four weeks is enough. Daily photos show noise from water, food and lighting.
Keep them private
Store photos in one place that only you can open. Delete them on request and when the client leaves.
Describe what you see
Name changes in plain words and pair them with numbers such as strength and bodyweight. Do not comment on how a body looks.
Know when to stop asking
If a client talks about their body in a worrying way, stop asking for photos. Suggest they speak to their GP.
Common questions
How often should clients take progress photos?
Every four weeks is enough for most clients. Daily photos mostly show changes in water and lighting.
Do I need consent to keep client progress photos?
Photos are personal data. Tell the client how you use them and keep them private. Check your insurer and the ICO guidance.
Where Trainersight fits
Trainersight does not collect progress photos. It logs strength and bodyweight, which give you two other measures.
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