Crushing a Fitness Photoshoot with Roch
Every now and then, a shoot comes together that just clicks—great energy, strong visuals, and a client who knows exactly how to bring it. My recent fitness session with Roch, a personal trainer, was one of those perfect storms. From the moment he stepped in front of the camera, I knew we were about to create something intense, bold, and badass.
Roch came in lean, the result of some serious prep and discipline. It’s one thing to train hard, but showing up photo-ready with the right mindset is a whole other level. He nailed both. The shoot took place in my studio where we leaned heavily into a gritty, high-contrast aesthetic—lots of shadow play and sharp lighting to really show off muscle definition and form.
What I appreciate most about working with clients like Roch is the trust. He gave me room to experiment with lighting and angles, and because of that, we got some killer shots that feel authentic—not over-posed, not forced, just powerful. We focused on capturing not only the physique, but the mindset behind the training. Confidence. Determination. That unspoken “I earned this” energy.
Fitness photography is all about timing. You have to capture the tension in the muscles, the breath between reps, the quiet moments that tell the story of hard work. This session checked all the boxes. If you're looking for inspiration or considering your own fitness shoot, take a look at Roch’s gallery. It's proof that when you show up ready, the results speak for themselves.
Until next time—stay strong.
- Mark Ruddick Photography - My images are an exploration of the human body under muscle stress — understanding the body’s strength, flexibility, and power. Creating these images has given me a better understanding of the human form which has transitioned into my commercial fitness work.
I am a London, Ontario photographer who specializes in fitness, bodybuilding and fight photography.
I love to tell stories as anyone who's worked with me can attest. That includes visual stories through photographs. Let me tell your story and provide high impact images of you to sponsors, agencies, family or just for yourself.