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DIreCTIONS ON Taking your photos

• It is important to take clear pictures to track progress properly. Use a tripod if you have one and use the self timer feature on phone to take photos. If you do not have a tripod then you will need to get creative by leaning your phone against something sturdy (like a water bottle) and prompt it up on a desk, for example. DO NOT get anyone to take your photos for you. 

• Take photos first thing when you wake up and on an empty stomach – no food or drink.

• DO NOT crop your photos – this compromises the quality.

• Keep lighting, outfit, background consistent every week.

• Ideally, face a window for natural light. If it is too early in the AM, find an alternative area that lights your body as evenly as possible.

• Women should ideally be in a bikini or sports bra and shorts (should be able to see back, hips, legs clearly).

• Have the camera facing straight, rather than upward/downward angles.

• Light should be falling on you from in front. Light on top of you will cast shadows and make it hard to see small details. 

• Take pictures of the front, both side and back of body. Have a relaxed pose.

• Background should be clear. Minimize furniture or designs behind.