5 TIPS FOR THE PERFECT "BEFORE" PHOTO

Men should take photographs wearing shorts or a swimwear without a shirt, while women should wear a bikini or fitted gym shorts and a sports bra. It's important to see your stomach, so don’t suck that tummy in! You may see your most pronounced changes in that area.

If you don’t want us to take the shots, get a friend to help you take the photos or use a tripod or the auto-timer on your camera. A friend will be most helpful to get your body centred in the frame, especially for photos taken from the back.

Stand in front of a blank, plain-coloured wall, with as little distraction or clutter behind you as possible. You're the star of the show here!

Take multiple photos. Take at least one from the front, back and side. If you want to, you can even flex or pose for one or two additional ones.

Remember to take your photos regularly in those same positions (and even same clothing). On day one, day 15, day 30, day 60, and so on. That way it's easier to see exactly how your body has changed.