“My Progress Photos Make Me Hate My Body”

Progress photos are supposed to help. But for many, they do the opposite. You take the shot, zoom in, and spiral. Suddenly, your check-in (with a coach or yourself) becomes a trigger. This episode dives into how body image becomes distorted by our expectations, and how to reclaim the process.If you’ve ever let one photo ruin your week, this one is for you.🧠 What You’ll Learn:Why progress photos are a tool, not a verdictHow zooming in distorts your perception of progressWhy your brain can’t emotionally register slow change in real timeHow to build a photo feedback loop that supports, not sabotages, your mindset✅ Apply This Right Now:Set a 4-week photo schedule, no weekly obsessionUse objective labels only: better, same, or worseCompare posture, lighting, and headspace, not just anglesAnchor 3 non-body goals per week: sleep, steps, training consistency🎧 Listen now to reset how you view your reflection and results.