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Books by John E. Peterson

Explore the complete collection of fitness and strength-training books by internationally renowned coach John E. Peterson. Each book is a practical, proven guide to achieving your God-given physical potential.

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Bestseller
Published 2003

Pushing Yourself to Power

The Ultimate Guide to Total Body Transformation

4.1 (58 reviews)

Based upon the most effective self-resistance exercise systems ever taught, Pushing Yourself to Power provides everything you need to help your body achieve its natural, God-given potential. Author and internationally renowned strength and conditioning coach John E. Peterson shows you how to use the world's oldest, most reliable, and most effective exercise methods to transform your body.

What You'll Discover

Complete self-resistance exercise system requiring no equipment
Step-by-step total body transformation program
Based on proven, time-tested training methods
Suitable for all fitness levels — beginners to advanced

"Everything you need to achieve your natural, God-given potential is already within you."— John E. Peterson

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What Readers Are Saying

Dan Lurie

"The Charles Atlas Course for the new millennium. With this book, you can work out any area of your body with no equipment. Truly amazing."

Debbie

"If you're interested in becoming more fit and healthy, this is a good book. I got it as a present and ended up reading it myself before giving it away."

Bud Winn

"Great book — got this in my kettlebell / calisthenics heyday in 2007. Still a go-to reference."

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Fan Favorite
Published 2004

The Miracle Seven

7 Amazing Exercises That Slim, Sculpt, and Build the Body in 20 Minutes a Day

4 (46 reviews)

Using John E. Peterson's revolutionary Transformetrics Ultimate Training System, The Miracle Seven offers a complete 20-minute-per-day fitness plan featuring 7 amazing Tiger Moves that are guaranteed to sculpt the entire body. Co-authored with fitness model Wendie Pett, this book proves you don't need a gym or equipment to build the body you've always wanted.

What You'll Discover

A weekly 20-minute-per-day fitness plan that delivers real results
7 revolutionary Tiger Moves that sculpt every muscle group
No gym or equipment required — train anywhere, anytime
Co-authored with fitness model Wendie Pett

"Just 20 minutes a day with the right exercises can transform your entire body — and your life."— John E. Peterson

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What Readers Are Saying

Dan L.

"This book is fantastic for the price. A compact guide to getting yourself in great shape without the need for a gym or any exercise equipment."

Chuck H.

"John E. Peterson takes McSweeney's Tiger Moves and expands upon them beautifully. A great companion for bodyweight enthusiasts."

Ryan

"My dad gave me this one. So much better than weightlifting."

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Classic
Published 2007

Isometric Power Revolution

Mastering the Secrets of Lifelong Strength, Health, and Youthful Vitality

3.8 (39 reviews)

The most comprehensive and effective isometric fitness and training system ever devised. Veteran strength and conditioning coach John E. Peterson shows you precisely how to use isometrics to reshape your physique and add strength beyond your wildest expectations — without risk of injury, without equipment, and without ever leaving your home.

What You'll Discover

Complete isometric training program for every muscle group
Hundreds of exercises with detailed illustrations
Scientifically proven methods for building strength without equipment
Designed for lifelong health, strength, and youthful vitality

"Isometrics are the hidden key to strength that lasts a lifetime — no gym, no equipment, just you and your own power."— John E. Peterson

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What Readers Are Saying

Trini

"A very nice find. If you are a bodyweight exercise enthusiast, I want to stress how important it is to make isometric exercise a part of your routine."

Mike

"IPR is one heck of a book. It's brimming with inspirational stories and insights that will help turn you into your own Colossus of Rhodes."

Jeff Becker

"Packed with history, inspiration and exercises. Includes breathing techniques, calisthenics and two different forms of isometric training."

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Advanced
Published 2013

Ultimate Push-ups for the Awesome Physique

The Only Personalized Guide to Push-up Self-Mastery

4 (3 reviews)

This course consists of three customized exercise programs incorporating concentrated strength-building and cardiovascular/pulmonary training for complete and total fitness. It lays the foundation for super health, strength, and lifelong vitality by combining the latest in exercise science with proven extraordinary methods. Co-authored with Rod Fisher.

What You'll Discover

3 customized exercise programs for all fitness levels
Combines strength-building with cardiovascular training
Just 24 minutes each day, 7 days a week
Foundation for super health, strength, and lifelong vitality

"Do not let the simplicity fool you — for the time invested, nothing delivers greater results."— John E. Peterson

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What Readers Are Saying

Fitness Reader

"Three customized programs that deliver real results. The combination of strength-building and cardio in just 24 minutes a day is remarkable."

Rod F.

"A no-nonsense approach to push-up mastery. The personalized programs make it accessible for any fitness level."

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Essential
Published 2012

Balance of Power

Complete Neuromuscular Strength and Coordination

5 (1 reviews)

Every exercise needed to develop, master, and achieve complete neuromuscular strength and coordination is contained within its pages. Balance of Power is the definitive guide to achieving total body mastery through balanced training that develops every aspect of physical fitness.

What You'll Discover

Complete neuromuscular strength and coordination program
Exercises for total body mastery and balance
Develops every aspect of physical fitness
Practical guide for achieving peak performance

"True strength isn't just about power — it's about the perfect balance of every muscle working in harmony."— John E. Peterson

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What Readers Are Saying

Verified Buyer

"Every exercise needed to develop complete neuromuscular strength and coordination is here. A definitive guide to total body mastery."

Strength Enthusiast

"Peterson delivers again. This book fills a gap that no other bodyweight training book addresses — true balanced development."

John E. Peterson
About the Author

John E. Peterson

John E. Peterson is an internationally renowned strength and conditioning coach, bestselling author, and the founder of Living Strength Ministries. His books on self-resistance training, isometrics, and total body transformation have inspired thousands of readers worldwide to achieve their natural, God-given physical potential.

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