Don't be fooled by Photoshop and set unrealistic fitness goals

In the spirit of opening every ones eyes to the amount of photoshop and other corrections which take place on magazine and online fitness ads, I have decided to spend NO MORE than 15 minutes editing one of my own photos.


Original self progress shot

As you can see above, here is my original picture. This was taken to use on Bodybuilding.com's Bodyspace site as my before progress picture for a 8 week cutting cycle. No edits, poor lighting, and raw.

However, with just 13 minutes (I didn't use the whole 15) and a free online photo editor, I was able to edit the picture drastically.

Edited Photo



Yes, I know with a zoom tool you might be able to find some jagged edges, etc. But remember, I am just an average guy with average IT skills. Imagine what a magazine editor or professional photographer might be able to do.

Notice I have removed my tattoos, enlarged my biceps and triceps, modified my neck and chin line, and finally got rid of that excessive mid section fat. In 13 minutes!

Do not be fooled by professional shots of fitness professionals and models. Yes, there are plenty of people with absolutely gorgeous bodies in this world. But we all have imperfections!

~ D