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Customized training, nutrition targets, weekly check-ins, progress reviews, and ongoing plan adjustments.
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Personalized bodybuilding training and nutrition coaching built around your goals, your schedule, and your life.
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Meet your coach
My passion for fitness began at 15, when I first stepped into a gym to improve my strength and conditioning for football. Before long, my love for fitness and bodybuilding grew beyond the game and became my primary focus.
I began competing at 18 and won the Tricky Jackson Classic Teen Division. Over the next six years, I earned several top-three finishes before enlisting in the United States Army.
During my 13-year Army career, I expanded my knowledge of functional fitness while teaching soldiers how to improve their performance on the Army Physical Fitness Test and strengthen their overall health. I also trained in mixed martial arts, which helped me become a more complete and well-rounded athlete.
Experience that comes from doing the work
I never lost my love for bodybuilding. After returning home from Iraq in 2020, I made my return to competitive bodybuilding—winning the 2022 Armed Forces Nationals Heavyweight Division and, most recently, the 2026 Jr. USA Heavyweight Division.
That journey has given me the opportunity to positively influence people from every walk of life. I’ve helped competitive bodybuilders pursue their next level and general-health clients build strength, confidence, and sustainable habits.
“I don’t just hand you a plan. I teach you why it works, help you understand the process, and mentor you through every part of the journey.”
Choose your focus
Customized training, nutrition targets, weekly check-ins, progress reviews, and ongoing plan adjustments.
Start the conversationA practical nutrition strategy designed around your preferences, schedule, performance, and physique goals.
Dial in your nutritionPurposeful programming, progression targets, form guidance, and accountability for every phase of your build.
Train with purposeCompetition posing coaching
A great physique still has to be presented well. One-on-one posing coaching helps bodybuilding and figure athletes display their strengths with confidence, precision, and division-appropriate presentation.
Standalone posing sessions are available to athletes who do not need full competition coaching.
Clients enrolled in the $200/month Competition Coaching plan receive posing coaching as part of their prep at no additional charge.

Posing client testimonial
“Derek has an eye for posing and the ability to modify posing based on your individual structure.”Shawn SmithIFBB Pro

Posing client testimonial
“When I was working toward earning my pro card, Derek played a big role in improving my posing and overall presentation. He has an exceptional eye for detail and knows exactly how to highlight a competitor’s strengths. He helped me refine my poses, improve transitions, and even assisted with my posing routines. His coaching is practical, easy to understand, and genuinely effective. I can confidently recommend him to anyone looking to take their posing and stage presence to the next level.”John SilveyIFBB Pro • Masters World Champion
Straightforward monthly coaching
Both options provide the structure, education, and accountability you need—built around your experience, schedule, and goals.
Lifestyle Client
For clients focused on improving body composition, strength, health, and sustainable habits.
Competitive Bodybuilder
For athletes preparing to bring their best possible physique to the bodybuilding stage.
Supplement recommendations are educational and are not a substitute for medical advice. Clients should consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding individual health conditions or medications.
Progress that matters
Real progress is strength, confidence, consistency, and knowing exactly what to do next. Every plan is built to create measurable momentum—not quick-fix promises.
Client success

Deke’s coaching provided me with a clear training and nutrition plan that helped me come into my show in great condition for my division. Everything was easy to follow and tailored to my goals, with adjustments made whenever needed. The process helped me bring my best physique to the stage.
I also appreciated his straightforward and direct coaching style. I felt confident on stage, and the prep resulted in a first-place finish in two categories. I would recommend him to anyone looking for bodybuilding-prep guidance and a structured approach to training.

Working with Deke has been one of the best investments I’ve made in my bodybuilding journey. In just eight months, I went from 190 pounds to 230 pounds through a structured lean bulk. Every step was mapped out with precise training and nutrition, and Deke made adjustments whenever needed to keep me progressing without sacrificing quality.
What separates Deke from other coaches is his attention to detail. There was never any guesswork—I always knew exactly what to do, whether it was training, nutrition, recovery, or posing. His communication and support made the process easy to follow and kept me accountable every step of the way.
For my first competition, Deke had me in incredible condition and guided me through every part of prep and show day. He made me feel comfortable, confident, and fully prepared from start to finish. His guidance helped me take second place in my class at the NPC Indy Supershow.
If you want a coach who genuinely cares, knows how to build an impressive physique the right way, and will be there through every phase of the journey, I can’t recommend Deke enough.
Lifestyle transformation
Working with Deke has completely changed my approach to fitness and nutrition. When I started, I wanted more than just a workout plan—I wanted someone who could teach me how to build a healthier lifestyle that I could sustain.
Through his strength-training program and personalized macro plan, I’ve lost 30 pounds, increased my VO₂ max from 23 to 34.5, and lowered my resting heart rate from 95 to 72. Those numbers represent far more than statistics; they represent feeling healthier, stronger, and having more energy than I’ve had in years.
What sets Deke apart is that he doesn’t just tell you what to do—he teaches you why you’re doing it. He was always available to answer questions, adjust my plan when needed, and keep me accountable without making the process feel overwhelming.
If you’re looking for a coach who genuinely cares about your success and knows how to get real, measurable results, I can’t recommend Deke enough. His guidance has changed not only my body, but also my understanding of fitness and nutrition.
How it works
Tell me where you are, where you want to go, and what has been getting in the way.
Your training and nutrition are designed for your body, experience, schedule, and goals.
We track the right data, solve problems early, and keep your plan moving with you.
Frequently asked
No. Coaching is adjusted to your current experience, whether you are just learning the fundamentals or preparing for an advanced physique goal.
No. The goal is structure you can consistently follow. Food choices, targets, and meal timing are built around your preferences and routine.
Your progress is reviewed through regular check-ins. Adjustments are made when your data, feedback, performance, or goals show they are needed.
Your next chapter starts here
Complete the short consultation request. I’ll review your goals and follow up to discuss whether Freaky Deke Coaching is the right fit.