Fitness Photography

Fitness Photographer - Denver

With all the ups and downs of commercial photography, there is one thing I never want to stray away from, and that’s fitness photography. No matter what is going on in your life, fitness should always be an answer. Have a bad day? Go work out. Bad week? Go sweat. You never regret working out, but as they as, you’ll always regret not working out. Sort of comparing apples to oranges, but I also get an immense amount of satisfaction from documenting others working out. Just being a fly on the wall for the sufferfest is almost as good as getting my own sweat.

Please reach out if you’re in need of a fitness photographer in the Denver, Colorado area. I’m happy to discuss projects and budgets of all sizes. - rob@robhammerphotography.com

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Denver Fitness Photography - Person doing a kettlebell workout with a tattoo that reads "Strive for Greatness" on his back.

Fitness athlete with a tattoo that reads “Strive for Greatness”

A person working out in an empty warehouse gym

Denver Fitness and Health Photography

Denver Fitness Lifestyle Photography - A guy working out with kettlebells at Bear Republic Gym. San Diego Fitness Photography.

Fitness Photography - Denver, CO

An athlete with large blisters on his hands after an intense workout. Denver Fitness Photos.

Health and Fitness Photography - Denver, CO

Two girls high five each other after an intense workout in a gritty gym.

Health and Fitness Photography -Denver, CO

Photograph of an athletic girl siting on a medicine ball after an intense workout at a Crossfit gym.

Fitness Lifestyle Photography

Colorado Fitness Photographer

Health and Fitness Photoshoot - Boulder, Colorado

If you’re in the fitness world then chances are you follow brands like Rogue, Nike, 2XU, Rhone, and Reebok because of the guaranteed stream of fitness related content. They are easy follows. I realized a while back that I’m a hard follow. My photography is focused on my interests, which are quite varied. Just look at the blog post previous to this one. It leads off with an older women in a white fur jacket and hat riding her bicycle down a cobblestone street in a postcard European town. So what does that have to do with gritty images of an athletic girl working out? Nothing other than both subjects interest me. Admittedly the woman riding her bike could be classified as a fashion photograph, a subject that bores the hell out of me. I’d classify it more as a culture or travel photo though. The point is, if you’re following someone like me, it’s because you like my photography, not necessarily all of the subject matter. People will always say “you have to specialize”. Why? It certainly make it easier to market yourself that way, but why limit yourself to shooting one subject matter your whole life? I love photography and using it for various purposes like documenting life, not just to create ad campaigns for clients. That’s fun too, but there’s got to be more than that. Stay tuned for the next post on a subject unrelated to fitness that will no doubt preach about the value of personal project, again……

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Denver Weight Lifting Photography

Weight Lifting Photographer

Denver, Colorado

There’s something different about the weight room. It’s not just about aesthetics or content—it's about work. Heavy, consistent, no-shortcuts kind of work.

If you’re a lifter in Denver—whether you’re training for competition, coaching clients, or just chasing personal records—you deserve more than a phone pic with a preset filter. You deserve photos that match the intensity and focus you bring to every session.

That’s where I come in.

I photograph weightlifters, powerlifters, bodybuilders, and strength coaches in real gyms across Denver. My style leans dark, gritty, and cinematic. Studio strobes let me control every shadow and highlight when the need arises—so your physique, your movement, your grind gets the attention it deserves.

We’re not faking anything here. These aren’t staged “fitspo” photos. I shoot during real sessions, with real plates, real sweat, and real intensity.

Whether you’re pressing overhead, deadlifting heavy, or just getting zoned in before a big lift—I’ll capture the moments that feel like you. The ones that say: this is who I am when the weight hits the floor.

You don’t have to be an influencer or pro athlete to get photographed. If the gym is your second home, and lifting is your thing, that’s enough.

Scroll through some of my weightlifting images below. And if you’re ready to create something that feels like it belongs on a gym wall or in a training journal—reach out. I’d love to photograph your strength - rob@robhammerphotography.com

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Denver weight lifting photography

Denver body building photographer

Body builder doing bent over rows at a gym in Denver

Photograph of an old bench press

Photograph of an old bench press at an outdoor gym

Black and white body building photographer

Black and white photograph of an athlete doing shoulder exercises at a gym in Denver

Black and white photograph of a body builder working on a lat machine at a gym in Denver

Photograph of a tattooed athlete working out at a gym

Black and white fitness photography

Black and white gym photography

Black and white photograph of a male athlete working out with battle ropes at a gym

Battle rope workout

Photograph of a fitness model with back tattoos

Body builder with back tattoos

Photograph of a weight lifter cringing after a workout

Weight lifter cringing after a workout


Fitness Photography

Multiple Exposure Fitness Photography

The box jump is an exercise that I find strange to photograph. For some reason the images always just seem boring. So why not play around a little?

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Colorado Fitness Photographer

Health and Fitness Lifestyle Photography

Denver, Colorado

Been a long time since I’ve posted some commercial work, but here are a couple outtakes from a shoot I did for UK based fitness apparel company Gym Shark. They make really nice stuff and gave me a lot of freedom to shoot pretty much on my own, which I always love. The athlete just did his thing and I did mine. No real staging of any kind. Good times.

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Denver Crossfit Photography

Denver, Colorado Crossfit Photographs

Black and White

More experiments with sweat. As always, just looking for those different angles.

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Boulder, CO Fitness Photography

Boulder Fitness Photo Shoot

There is always a particular itch that is scratched when I shoot fitness like this. Unrehearsed real workouts. Nothing staged. Just as a fly on the wall waiting for things to unfold. While looking at these images months after the shoot I realized that neither of them was sweating, which is very strange. Then I realized how hot and dry it was that day and that their sweat was just instantly evaporating. They didn’t complain.

If you’re in looking for a fitness photographer in Boulder, Colorado, please feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to discuss your ideas and goals - rob@robhammerphotography.com

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CrossFit - Denver, CO

CrossFit Photography - Denver, Colorado

Photographing CrossFit athletes in Denver is an exhilarating challenge that combines technical skill with artistic vision. It’s about more than just capturing movement; it’s about telling the story of resilience, effort, and achievement. Whether you’re shooting in a gritty gym or against the vibrant Denver skyline, every image is about freezing powerful, fleeting moments that embody the spirit of the sport. From the explosive power of a box jump to the intensity in an athlete’s eyes as they push through a personal record, every frame tells a story.

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Gym Photographer - Denver, Colorado

Own Your Grind: Gym Photography in Denver for Trainers, Influencers & Serious Lifters

If you spend hours a week in the gym chasing progress, setting goals, and pushing your limits—you deserve photos that show that story. Not the posed, overly polished kind. Real ones. The kind that reflect the grit, the sweat, and the hard-earned strength that lives under the surface.

That’s what I shoot.

I work with personal trainers, fitness influencers, and gym-goers here in Denver who want to level up their presence with powerful, cinematic gym photography. Whether you're building your brand, launching a training program, or just want something that captures the intensity of your fitness journey, this is for you.

I shoot in both private and public gyms across the city and surrounding areas. The vibe? Think moody lighting, sharp contrast, and real action—photos that feel as intense as the workout itself. These aren’t stock-looking fitness pics. They’re personalized, badass, and built around you.

Each shoot is tailored to highlight what you do best—whether that’s heavy lifts, calisthenics, mobility work, or coaching your clients. I bring in studio strobes to control the lighting and create that bold, gritty look that cuts through the noise online.

You don’t need to be a model. You just need to show up and do your thing. I’ll take care of the rest. So scroll through and if the photographs speaks to you, let’s talk. I’d love to help you create something you’re proud to share - rob@robhammerphotography.com

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