Meet Derek Focter
Fitness Coach, Chef, and Creator of FitFlavorful
The FitFlavorful Story
From Garage Workouts to Professional Coaching
Ten years ago, I was stuck in the typical fitness trap: eating bland chicken and rice every single day, hating my meals, and wondering why nutrition had to feel like punishment. Everything changed when I realized that exceptional flavor and peak physical performance aren’t mutually exclusive—they’re complementary.
I started experimenting in my kitchen, developing recipes that delivered complete macros without sacrificing taste. My clients noticed the difference immediately—not just in their physiques, but in their consistency and long-term adherence. People actually wanted to follow the meal plans.
FitFlavorful was born from a simple mission: prove that the best body is built with the best food. This platform is my gift to everyone striving for excellence—combining sports nutrition science with restaurant-quality cooking techniques. Because you deserve meals that fuel performance and excite your palate.
Expertise & Credentials
Science-backed nutrition paired with culinary excellence
ISSN Certified Sports Nutritionist
Specializing in performance nutrition and macro optimization for strength athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
Le Cordon Bleu Graduate
Classically trained in French culinary techniques with 8+ years of professional kitchen experience.
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
12+ years coaching clients through complete fitness transformations with integrated nutrition strategies.
The FitFlavorful Philosophy
Three core principles guiding every recipe and strategy
Flavor First
Every recipe must be genuinely delicious first. Nutrition optimization is secondary—if your meal doesn’t excite your taste buds, you won’t stick with it long-term. We use restaurant-quality techniques and surprising ingredient combinations to make healthy eating crave-worthy.
Science Backed
Every macro guideline and nutritional claim is grounded in peer-reviewed research and evidence-based sports nutrition science. No guesswork, no fad trends—just proven methodologies that deliver measurable results for body composition and athletic performance.
Sustainable Success
We focus on long-term lifestyle integration, not restrictive dieting. These are real recipes you’ll actually want to eat for years. Our approach builds consistency, not willpower—because the best plan is one you’ll follow for life.
12+
Years Coaching
2,500+
Clients Trained
500+
Recipes Tested
50K+
Community Members
Derek’s Proven Approach
How we transform your relationship with food and fitness
01
Assess & Define
Understand your goals, constraints, and food preferences. Everyone is different—your meal plan should be too.
02
Design & Plan
Create personalized recipes and meal structures aligned with your macro targets and fitness objectives.
03
Execute & Adapt
Implement the plan with ongoing support, adjusting as needed based on progress and real-world feedback.
04
Sustain & Thrive
Build long-term habits and lifestyle practices that become second nature—true transformation.
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