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Body Scan

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The Body Scan Report is a breakthrough feature powered by AI that provides deep insights into your body composition, going far beyond just weight. It analyzes your body fat, lean muscle mass, and metabolism to help guide your fitness and nutrition strategy with precision. Whether you're trying to lose fat, gain muscle, or maintain your current shape, the Body Scan ensures your plan is tailored exactly to you.

How the Body Scan Works

Zing Coach uses Zing Vision, an AI technology trained on thousands of clinical-grade DEXA scans. This lets the app estimate your body composition with impressive accuracy, just from two smartphone photos.

It identifies:

  • Body Fat % and Lean Mass %

  • Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) – your daily calorie burn at rest

  • A personalized Macronutrient Plan – ideal protein, carb, and fat intake

  • A Goal-Specific Action Plan – tailored advice based on your chosen fitness goal

 

How to Take a Body Scan

  1. Open the Zing Coach app.

  2. Go to the Analytics tab (bottom right).

  3. Scroll down to Body Scan and tap Scan My Body.

  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to take:

    • A front-facing photo

    • A side profile photo

📷 Tips for best results:

  • Lighting: Bright, natural light without harsh shadows.

  • Clothing: Tight-fitting (no loose garments).

  • Background: Neutral-colored wall, clutter-free.

  • Distance: 6–8 feet from your camera.

  • Position: Feet together, arms slightly out at 45°, body fully in frame.

Once you're aligned with the outline, the scan will automatically capture each photo. When both are complete, your results will be processed and displayed in your report.

 

What’s in the Body Scan Report?

The report helps you visualize your body composition and track improvements over time. It includes:

Body Composition Breakdown

  • Essential Fat: Critical for basic body function

  • Normal Fat: Energy reserves

  • Unbeneficial Fat: Excess fat to reduce

  • Lean Mass: Muscles and organs

Each category is color-coded and shown as a percentage of your total weight.

Key Health Metrics

  • Fat Mass Index (FMI): Fat relative to height

  • Lean Mass Index (LMI): Muscle mass classification

  • BMR: Calories burned daily at rest

Personalized Nutrition Guidance

  • Your daily calorie goal

  • Macronutrient targets: protein, carbs, and fats

  • Tips on how to eat based on your body type and fitness goal

Progress Tracking

  • Graphs showing changes in body fat and lean mass over time

  • Data views by month, 6 months, or 1 year

 

Coach Insights & Interactivity

At the top of your report, your AI Coach will highlight key takeaways and recommendations. At the bottom, you can chat directly with your coach for help interpreting results or making workout/nutrition adjustments based on your scan.

 

Troubleshooting: Why Isn’t My Body Scan Working?

If you receive an error during your scan:

  • Make sure your lighting is even and bright.

  • Wear clothing that outlines your body well (e.g. fitted gym clothes).

  • Avoid backgrounds with patterns or clutter.

  • Recheck your position: entire body in frame, arms slightly out.

If you're still stuck, please contact support at support@zing.coach.

 

Why Body Composition Matters

Traditional scales don’t tell you what makes up your weight. Body composition provides that clarity—separating fat from muscle and highlighting what your body actually needs.

With this knowledge, Zing Coach creates more effective workout plans and eating strategies. Whether your goal is fat loss, muscle gain, or improved health, the Body Scan gives you measurable, actionable insights to drive results.

 

How Accurate is the Zing Body Scan?

The Zing Scan closely mirrors DEXA scan precision thanks to its advanced machine-learning models. With only a smartphone camera and two well-taken photos, Zing can accurately estimate fat and lean mass to inform your fitness plan—anytime, anywhere.

To see updated results, remember to redo your scan after changing your height or weight in your profile.

Knowing your body composition gives you the secret treasure map to fitness success. Zing Coach tailors your workouts and diet to what your body specifically needs and what is right for you. It’s like having a live-in personal trainer without the expense.

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