A bodybuilding hack to make your physique look better when photographed.

The thing to always remember is that bodybuilding is more about the aesthetic than the actual strength or muscle. That means presentation plays a big role in perfecting your physique. That’s what the oil is for – to help the light reflect better on your muscles. That’s why pro bodybuilders know their weaknesses… and try to angle themselves on stage to hide those flaws. It’s not actually always about being perfect but LOOKING perfect to the audience and judges.

So you might find yourself frustrated when you see bodybuilding friends posting photos where they look more shredded compared to you. No worries – this might simply mean they know how to take a better photo than you. Lighting and angles can change everything when it comes to displaying your physique. You’ve probably encountered something similar if you ever went on a Tinder date and the person looks surprisingly different than their “well angled” profile photo.

The amount you can change is actually quite shocking – and this video by OmarIsuf showcases just how jacked you can make yourself look with some simple changes in how you photograph yourself. Check it out above.