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Victoria McLaren

After deciding to do my first prep for an OCB figure show, I reached out to Peter for guidance in the process and am extremely thankful I did. Not only was the whole process mapped out to a “T” but he made sure to check in each step along the way. We were able to transform my physique in 18 short weeks and come out the other side with a pro card. Peter provided not only a supportive environment to help me succeed but taught me so much about the sport along the way. I’m excited to see where we land next year. I recommend him to everyone in search of a coach - no matter your skill level Peter is an outstanding coach to have and learn from! 

Jami Greenlee

I have been working with Peter for the past 9 months, and couldn't be happier with my choice. I had previously competed back in 2019 and was looking to get back into the Bodybuilding world. I met an amazing woman, who is now a lifelong friend, at my current gym who was a client of Peters and highly recommended him as a coach. I was a little worried because since 2019 I had gained back a lot of weight, so I knew my journey this time around was going to be a lot different. After one phone call I knew I was making the right choice signing up with FITbody and Physique. Through this process Peter helped me lose 40 pounds in a much more sustainable way, and did it without adding in hours of cardio and aggressively low calories. I really enjoyed the structure of my workouts and being given an opportunity to share my feedback on what I liked and what I didn't like about the previous plan so that he could cater to that when creating a new one. Throughout the whole process my stress levels remained low, I fell back in love with working out, gained more knowledge around how to fuel my body properly, and gained a passion for the sport and all it entails. I felt comfortable being honest and asking questions during my check-ins because he would always respond timely with a sense of understanding and always had an answer to my questions. Because everything went so well I ended up doing a second show this season bringing my absolute best to the stage. 

What I appreciated the most about having Peter as my coach was the moment during Prep where I was 99.9% sure I was going to quit. I shared this with him via my check-in and his response was not only compassionate to how I was feeling, but he also shared with me several questions to ask myself to help redirect me to my 'why'. That was the moment that I knew I had a great coach who truly cared and wouldn't allow me to just give up on myself because it got hard. Without Peter's guidance and endless amounts of knowledge, I would not have made it as far as I did.

Thank you for everything, Peter. I look forward to another amazing season in 2024!

Mychel Krout

I started working out at a new gym last December and met some new friends who had done bodybuilding competitions in the past. I had never considered doing a competition, since I am 64 years old. But I wanted to learn and grow in my strength training and diet. They told me about Peter a nutritionist who could help me prepare for a bodybuilding competition. I started working with Peter last April. He is the Best. He was very responsive and I always felt like I was his only client, because he was always personable and focused on me and my personal plan. I would recommend him in a heartbeat and will continue using him in the future. 

Donny Williams

I hired Peter for my 2023 contest prep. I decided to go with Peter for this prep because I had seen Peter's clients in impressive shape on stage in the past. I also read Peter's contest prep book. I agree with a lot of his views on contest prep. This contest with Peter exceeded expectations. I reached out to Peter with the goal of being in adequate contest condition on stage. I achieved that and more under his guidance. I competed in four competitions with Peter. Every competition with Peter kept improving with my conditioning show after show. Peter guided me to two runner-up placements in Pro competitions and three world championship qualifications(2023&2024 IPE worlds 2024 Yorton Cup). I decided to work with Peter for my offseason and I would recommend Peter for anyone to achieve their fitness goals.

Sam Noeldner

I started working with Peter in March of 2023 in preparation for my first bodybuilding contest. Prior to that I had never worked with a prep coach or been on a consistent diet for that matter and I did not really know what to expect. I feel extremely lucky that I had the opportunity to work with Peter right off the bat for my bodybuilding prep being that he is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to bodybuilding and the nutrition that goes along with it. There is no question that his methods yield great results, all you have to do is put in the work. He laid everything out for me in explicit detail and and was extremely punctual when it came to responding to any questions that I had. By working with Peter I was able to go from 247 down to 178 over the course of 7 months in a healthy manner while retaining optimal muscle mass. Peter helped me win my Pro card in natural bodybuilding through the OCB at my first show and a pro card through the NANBF at my second show 2 weeks later. Whether you are an experienced figure/bodybuilder competitor or are simply trying to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle I would highly recommend working with Peter.

Xuechao Andon

Peter Fitschen (FITbody and Physique) helps me Achieving IPE PRO Qualification on the First Show

I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the incredible 4-month journey towards my first competition NANBF Windy City 8/26 and ultimately, receiving IPE PRO qualification. Peter’s guidance and expertise have been instrumental in helping me reach this significant milestone.

Evidence Based Personalized Training and Nutrition Plans: Peter tailors training and nutrition plans to your unique needs and goals. Every workout plan was designed to push my limits, while the nutritional guidance ensured that I had the energy and nutrients necessary to perform at my best.

Motivation, Support and Competition Preparation: Peter provided me support, encouragement, and belief in my potential kept me motivated and focused. Peter was not just a coach but a mentor who helped his client overcome mental and physical barriers.

Adaptability and Flexibility: Peter’s work ethic is incredible. Whether it was adjusting my training routine or making last-minute changes, Peter was always there.

Knowledge, Expertise and Team Environment: I felt confident that I was receiving advice based on the latest scientific research and best practices in the industry. Positive and collaborative environment among Peter’s group and fellow athletes was truly uplifting.

Thank you Peter and FITbody and Physique for this incredible journey. Looking forward to working together for my next show!

Lisa Werth

I hired Peter for my first bodybuilding prep in 2022 after being ghosted by my original coach. After that initial experience, I was nervous about starting over and running the risk of having another bad experience. Now, I'm so glad that I did! 

Being a brand new competitor, I didn't know what to expect, but Peter led me through the process, explained why we were doing what we were doing, and was able to create an individualized program that served my needs and goals. I was very set on keeping Crossfit in my routine and we were able to incorporate it while still achieving my physique goals. He even helped me work around a broken foot that occurred during the process as well!  

I appreciated that we collaborated on a strategy to set me up for a successful prep and show season in a way that would maintain my health as best as possible and didn't rush the process. While we definitely had a focus on results, he always kept my long term health in mind as well. I did 3 shows in this first season and achieved amazing results: 3 pro cards and several other wins! I could not have asked for a better coach and prep experience.

 Something many new competitors don't consider is the recovery phase post-show. This is where Peter's guidance and support has been extremely useful as I knew this part of my journey would be the most difficult. He has been supportive and continues to reinforce our post-show goals to help me through this phase. I plan to continue working with him in my offseason and for any future preps as well.

Paige Walter

I swore I would never step on stage again after my first prep experience 8 years ago but Peter and his coaching completely changed my perspective on the sport! He has helped me make a total mental AND physical transformation- I cannot emphasize enough how incredible of a coach and mentor he is. Peter has been the best investment I’ve made to date on my journey and I will continue working with him throughout my improvement season to continue bringing my best next time around because I fully trust his judgement. He has his clients’ best interest 100% of the time and is beyond consistent and reliable with his communication- I can’t recommend him enough!

Grace Davis

I hired Peter as my coach for my first ever bodybuilding prep at the beginning of 2023. This was the best decision I've ever made when it comes down to personal investments. Peter has a very successful history within the sport of bodybuilding as a coach along with as a competitor. After seeing his bodybuilding 'track record' it led me to choose Peter as my coach. Peter is a coach that is good at communicating, cares about his athletes, and overall sets all of his clients up for success. As a first time competitor, I could never envision myself being ready to step on a bodybuilding stage. However, I put my trust in Peter and I had a very successful first bodybuilding season. I 100% recommend hiring Peter to anyone who is ready to invest in themselves and take their physique to the next level! 

Mary Taylor

They say third times a charm and for me that definitely was the case. After working with two other
coaches, I am beyond grateful I found Peter. Not only is he a dedicated and highly skilled coach he is a
competitor as well with first-hand knowledge of training for and competing in bodybuilding
competitions. His knowledge is vast and his thoroughness is without comparison.

His response times were quick, responses were thorough and clear and he always answered any
questions with great detail. It was clear he had a calculated and methodical plan. I trusted him
completely, leaving me to focus on the work I had to do.

His attention as show dates approached was beyond anything I expected with daily communication and
immediate response times. Even the shows he wasn’t at, I felt he was with me every step of the way,
checking in multiple times. Not only is he passionate about the sport, he is also passionate about his
client’s successes.

I wasn’t sure if at 57 years old, my goal of competing would be realized. I am so thankful to Peter for his
invaluable coaching and guidance in helping me get to the stage.

Molly Larson

Working with Peter was the best investment I could’ve made going into my contest prep season. I’ve always had the utmost respect for him and his expertise, but he still managed to exceed my expectations as a coach.

His quick communication and thorough responses are absolutely unmatched. He was always available for any questions or concerns, and made sure I knew not only what to do, but exactly why we were doing it.

I tell anyone and everyone who will listen about Peter and his ‘magic’. I’m a seasoned competitor and I could have never dreamed of such a smooth, healthy contest prep.

I could go on and on, but I’ll end with saying that I have 100% trust in Peter and his expertise. I’ve recommended him to other competitors, but also non competitors, because his guidance is valuable to anyone looking for guidance towards their particular goal.

I was so happy with my experience that I just had to hire him for my growth season as well! I cannot recommend Peter enough.

Martha Williams

Communication is key. This is going to sound absolutely insane to some, but sending and receiving emails to and from coach Pete was the highlight of my weeks. Every email I would receive from Pete was like opening a secret mission for the week and his instructions were clear and precise. 

Intelligence is a must. Pete is a coach that understands every aspect of exercise and nutrition. (And he has a PHD to back that statement up). He’s not a fake it til we make it type of coach and will always push health first. 

If it’s not broke, don’t fix it. Talk about having patience, everything he does is methodically thought out. Scale jumps two pounds, I’m panicked, Pete says, “let’s stick with this plan through Monday and see what happens.” On Monday, scale drops three pounds. Did I mention that he’s a magician too? 

On a more serious note, not only did I get excited about the results I was getting but Pete was too. His enthusiasm spoke through his encouraging emails and phone conversations. Let’s just say it, he’s the sculptor and we’re his masterpiece. After an initial phone call, Pete knew exactly what steps we needed to take to execute my goals. And I say we because Pete is always there to encourage you and celebrate you along the way, hence he drove 10 hours to be at my first show. 

Why Pete when there are so many options? I basically stalked his social media page, his clients social media page, and I read all his info on his website (seriously the guys has a book published about health and nutrition)! I knew he was going to be my coach and I knew he was going to get me a win.  I decided I was done finishing last, or coming in second after competing in 4 shows. I had so much confidence when I chose him and I never doubted him for a second. Now that prep is over, my goals are not, therefore I continue to choose Pete. We have big plans for Season 2024.