Dr. Peter J. Fitschen, PhD, CSCS, PHAT Muscle Project Sponsored Coach

Pete is the owner of FITbody and Physique, where he works full time as a contest prep coach. His combination of education and experience are unique in the sport of bodybuilding. He has a PhD in nutritional sciences from the University of Illinois, a master's degree in biology with a physiology concentration, and a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from the University of Wisconsin at La Crosse. As a researcher, Fitschen has co-authored 21 peer-reviewed publications, including several directly related to bodybuilding contest preparation. Peter also recently co-authored his first book, "Bodybuilding: The Complete Contest Preparation Handbook," with Cliff Wilson.  He is certified as a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association and sponsored PHAT Muscle Project Coach. He has been competing in natural bodybuilding since 2004, won his natural pro card in 2012 and recently wrapped up his 2020 contest season.