The Coach Behind The Mission
About Dr. Jon
A Doctor of Physical Therapy, certified nutrition coach, and Christian man on a mission to help men lead with strength.
Dr. Jon Strefling
DPT, Cert. MDT, CNC, PDS
“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.”
— Proverbs 27:17
His Story
From Athlete to Doctor
to Kingdom Coach
Dr. Jon Strefling grew up as a competitive athlete, but it was his faith that gave his physical pursuits real meaning. After earning his Doctorate in Physical Therapy, he saw a consistent pattern: Christian men were physically declining, and the Church wasn't talking about it.
Husbands were too tired to lead. Fathers were too weak to play. Men of God were neglecting the temple they'd been entrusted with. Jon knew he had to do something about it.
My Salty Fitness was born from that conviction — a coaching practice built on clinical excellence and biblical truth, designed specifically for the modern Christian man who wants to show up fully for God, his family, and his calling.
“You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the world. But salt that has lost its saltiness is no longer good for anything. I'm here to help men get their saltiness back.”
— Dr. Jon Strefling
His Philosophy
Jon believes fitness isn't about vanity — it's about stewardship. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 calls the body a temple of the Holy Spirit. Caring for that temple is an act of worship and an expression of faithfulness.
His approach combines evidence-based physical therapy, nutritional science, and biblical wisdom to create programs that are practical, sustainable, and spiritually grounding. No fads. No gimmicks. Just discipline rooted in purpose.
Qualifications
Credentials & Certifications
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Licensed to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions — bringing clinical precision to every fitness program.
Certified McKenzie Therapist
Specialized certification in mechanical diagnosis and therapy for effective injury prevention and treatment.
Certified Nutrition Coach
Evidence-based nutrition guidance tailored for men who want to fuel performance and optimize body composition.
Precision Diagnostics Specialist
Advanced assessment skills to identify movement inefficiencies and build programs that optimize human performance.
Years of Clinical Experience
Over a decade of working with patients and clients, translating complex medical knowledge into actionable coaching.
What Drives Us
Core Values
Stewardship
Your body is not your own — it was bought with a price. Training is an act of faithful stewardship of the temple God entrusted to you.
Discipline
Discipline is a spiritual virtue. The physical discipline of consistent training reflects and reinforces the spiritual discipline required to lead well.
Purpose Over Performance
We train not to look good, but to serve better. Fitness is a means to greater kingdom impact, not an end in itself.
Evidence-Based Practice
Clinical excellence matters. Every program is built on proven scientific principles — because good stewardship demands the best methods available.
Ready to Train with Dr. Jon?
Join the growing community of Christian men who are reclaiming their strength and leading their families with vitality.