Evidence-Based · Individualized · Results-Driven
NoAveragePath.
John Haubenstricker holds a doctorate in public health, registered dietitian credentials, and a professional natural bodybuilding card. When you work with him, you’re not getting a trainer — you’re getting three coaches in one.
DrPH · Loma Linda University
RD · CSSD
ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist
IPE Pro Natural Bodybuilder
25+ Years Coaching
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Years Coaching
Peer-Reviewed Publications
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Years Competing
Advanced Degrees
Dr. John
Haubenstricker
“One of the few coaches in the country who brings a doctorate in public health, registered dietitian credentials, and a professional natural bodybuilding card to every program he designs.”
Published Research → BMC Public Health · Sports · Med Sci Sports Exerc — 9 peer-reviewed publications
Coaching Programs
Every program is built from scratch around your goals, timeline, and body — never a template.
Lifestyle Nutrition & Training
For anyone improving physique and overall health — no competition required.
Off-Season / Pre-Season
For competitors building muscle and fixing imbalances before the next season begins.
Contest Prep & Post-Show
For competitors at least 6 months from show day who want their best-ever package on stage.
Lifestyle Nutrition & Training
For anyone improving physique and overall health — no competition required.
Pricing available on request — contact John for program details and a free 15-minute consultation.
Real People.
Real Results.
“John has a wonderful ability to make magic happen within the realm of hard-core science.”
T
In four short months, John transformed both my mindset and my body. I decided to change my life as I was approaching 40, and the results were beyond anything I imagined. He makes magic happen within the realm of hard-core science.
— Toni
Read Toni’s Transformation
J
John always took time to explain every change and check in on how I was feeling mentally and physically. He taught me I didn’t have to be miserable to reach my goals. I cannot wait to start my next prep with him.
— Toni
Read Jesse’s Story
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I never thought I’d be where I am today. John has known me since I was almost 200 pounds. I did everything he recommended — and in a short time I lost 20 pounds and fit into my dress on my wedding day. That was just the beginning.
— Toni
Read Toni’s Transformation
Transform Your Body with a Physique Coach in San Diego, CA
Your path to success should not be average.
Welcome to Stricker Elite Performance Systems, where your transformation is guided by a dedicated physique coach in San Diego, CA. Our mission is to provide evidence-based, individualized training and nutrition coaching designed to educate, inspire, and empower you to achieve your health and physique goals. Whether you are aiming to improve your overall fitness, prepare for a bodybuilding competition, or follow a women’s physique competition training program, every program is tailored to your unique needs, lifestyle, and long-term vision for success and performance.
We focus on delivering structured training plans and strategic nutrition guidance that produce real, measurable results. As a trusted physique coach in San Diego, CA, we emphasize proper technique, consistency, and sustainable progress to help you build strength, improve performance, and develop a physique that reflects your vision. At Stricker Elite Performance Systems, you are not given a one-size-fits-all plan—every step of your journey is customized to maximize your potential.
Your goals deserve more than an average approach. With expert coaching, accountability, and proven methods, you can achieve lasting results and real transformation. I strongly believe your path to success should not be average; it should be EPIC!
Dr. John Haubenstricker
DrPH, MS, RD, CSSD, ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist®, IPE Professional Bodybuilder
Services
The following services are provided:
Lifestyle Nutrition & Training Programming
This is for anyone interested in improving their physique and health. This service includes a full assessment, a fully customized training, nutrition, and supplement program, program updates, weekly check-ins, virtual exercise/nutrition skills coaching, a comprehensive tracking form, and unlimited texting. Please contact me for pricing.
Off-Season/Pre-Season Nutrition & Training Programming
This is for anyone interested in improving their physique before their next bodybuilding competition or getting set up for success before competition preparation begins. This service includes a full assessment, fully customized training (progressive weight-training program and tailored cardio and step-count programming), nutrition and supplement program, program updates, weekly check-ins, virtual exercise/nutrition skills coaching, comprehensive tracking form, and unlimited texting. Please contact me for pricing.
Contest Preparation/Post-Show Nutrition & Training Programming
This is for anyone who plans to compete and is at least six months out from their bodybuilding competition.
This service includes a full assessment; fully customized training (progressive weight training program, tailored cardio and step count programming), nutrition, and supplement program; program updates; weekly check-ins; virtual exercise/nutrition skills coaching; comprehensive tracking form; peak week practice run; detailed peak week and show day plan; show day communication; post-show prep review and recovery recommendations; and unlimited texting. Please contact me for pricing.
Consultations
A 50-minute virtual nutrition or training consultation. Please contact me for pricing.
Testimonials
Toni
“When I first started working with John Haubenstricker I was about 40 pounds heavier and had very little interest in the gym. I decided to change my life around as I was approaching 40 years old, and in four short months John transformed both my mindset and my body to produce amazing results. I was thrilled when I placed second in my very first NPC bikini competition ever and became a whole new woman (inside and out). John has a wonderful ability to truly make magic happen within the realm of hard-core science.”
Jesse
“John always took the time to explain every single change he made to my routine and discuss how I was feeling mentally and physically. He also gave great recommendations of other professionals that would accommodate all my ‘show’ needs, such as posing, suits, tanning, etc. John taught me to understand that I did not have to endure crazy diets, tons of cardio and basically be miserable to get to where I needed to be, which gave me a whole new light on the sport I love so much. I cannot thank him enough for everything and CANNOT wait to start my next prep with him!”
Desiree
“My name is Desiree and I am a 35 year old single mom of two beautiful daughters, ages 8 and 9 and I never thought that I would be where I am today and I have John to thank. He has known me since I was almost 200 pounds. I started to train with John back in the Spring of 2003 because I wanted to lose weight to fit into my wedding dress. I did everything he told me, from diet down to exercising and in the short amount of time I managed to lose 20 pounds. I was now 180 pounds on my wedding day and fit into my dress. That was my goal.”
