Per Tesch is an internationally recognized expert in the field of strength training. He is a professor of physiology at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, where he has conducted numerous scientific research studies on skeletal muscle adaptations to weightlifting. Dr. Tesch has been awarded research grants from several renowned agencies, including NASA, the Swedish Sports Federation, the Swedish Air Force, and the U.S. Army. A fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine, Tesch has published more than 130 scientific papers. He has also served as a regular contributor to such magazines as Muscle and Fitness and Ironman.
A flatwater kayaker on the Swedish National Team, Tesch has had a long-time interest in applied exercise physiology. He has served as an exercise physiology consultant to several Olympic teams. He enjoys kayaking, weight training, skiing, skating, and reading. His current residence is in Stockholm, Sweden.