System and method for weight-loss goal visualization and planning and business method for use therefor

A system for producing images predictive of a person's appearance resulting from following a weight loss and training regimen, said system comprising:

• a computing platform capable of executing application software, said platform including
• a processor, computer-readable memory and persistent data storage,
• an image input device, and an image output device;
• and
• a computer program product disposed in a computer readable media for receiving an image of a person receiving a first set of data values representing current measurements for said person, receiving a second set of data values representing at least one goal measurement, and a predictive analysis function for applying a third set of data values to each body segment of said digital photograph image so as to create a predictive image of said person based upon said current measurements by morphing each body segment based upon predictable fat loss in each body segment, said predictive image being available via said image output device.

A method for attracting and retaining clients and members of health and fitness services such as weight loss clinics, packaged food distributors, and fitness centers, comprising the steps of:

• providing a system with a client interface;
• receiving an image of a client, a set of client measurements and at least one goal measurement;
• segmenting said client image into a plurality of body segment images;
• modifying each body segment image by morphing each body segment based upon predictable fat loss in each body segment to represent a predictive image of each body segment,
• providing a predictive image comprised of the modified body segment images, thereby allowing said client to visualize actual results attainable through a regimen of diet and exercise based upon actual body measurements and regimen goals.