Client Testimonials | Aegis Nutrition

"I'm a coach myself, who'd started working with David after meeting him at the show where he turned my boyfriend pro - he'd shared with David the health issues I was dealing with that put me pretty far back with competing, and David and his wife Caroline had been super helpful when I'd asked for their input about my health situation.

Before starting with David, I'd worked with one bodybuilding coach who messed up my hormones, adrenals, and gut issues pretty bad, then another who made them worse. It got pretty bad to where I had lost a lot of weight/muscle, and was at the point where I was struggling even making it through the work day. Once I started with David, he fixed my yearssss long gut issues completely in about 4 months, and hormones following that. He was then able to help me regain the muscle I had lost while improving my body composition very quickly. I'd also had prior injuries that made training for the bikini division difficult - he was able to help me work through those as well, to the point where they are no longer affecting my training.

I genuinely can't thank or recommend David enough, for both his expertise in bodybuilding and functional health. He's a phenomenal coach, and human."

"For 19 months (both in and off prep), I felt like my body had betrayed me. Losing my cycle was more than just a missing period—it was a sign that something was off. But the coaches I had worked with before made it seem like it wasn't a big deal, focusing more on aesthetics than actual health. That led me down a path to find someone who truly understood the bigger picture—someone who could help me heal.

That's when I found Caroline. In just three months of working with her, my cycle returned. But more than that, she helped me shift my mindset, guiding me through the transition into my offseason and post-surgery recovery. She reminded me that true progress isn't just about how you look—it's about how you feel, how you function, and how you take care of yourself for the long run.

Caroline is more than just a coach—she's a mentor, a support system, and someone who genuinely cares about her clients' well-being. She gave me back my health, my confidence, and a renewed sense of balance. I will forever be grateful."

"I know he's knowledgeable on PED use for men and women, but I'm a natural athlete for him and absolutely love him. I met with a bunch of "top tier", "big in the industry" coaches at North Americans last year and was very, very unimpressed with all of them, except for David. The vibes were not good from these coaches, like I truly got the ick from all of them. With David I was like, "oh, yea. Good dude. No problems." I was even at the tail end of breastfeeding for a little when we started my bikini prep. Everyone's experiences are unique but speaking from my own, I like him and his coaching very much."

"I know we're supposed to wait until the end to share what our take away are, but I'm about 4 modules in and the amount of Information I've taken it is crazy. I typically need to re read thing and write them down to retain Information, but everything in here is explained so well and it's very easy to understand. I thought I knew a lot until I started reading this.

So far, my biggest take away is how much bad information is out there is almost scary. I particularly like the question to ask myself, and question to ask your athletes sections at the end of. The more you ask the more information you get out of people. Well done so far"

"Before meeting with David I've worked with 2 prior coaches and had competed in 1 local show, in the figure class, placing dead last. Over the holidays of 2022, I was eager to find a new coach and had met with over 7 different coaches in the industry which none seem to be the right fit. I spoke briefly with Jared Feather whom recommended I meet with David as our personalities would mesh well for a solid coach/athlete relationship. He was right. I knew within 10 minutes of our meeting I was going to be in good hands to move forward and excel in my bodybuilding career. Beginning programming in January of 2023, we stepped on stage in July and took the overall Figure title at Patriots Challenge Las Vegas. We decided to keep the ball rolling and go straight into USA's 3 weeks later as one of my goals is to become an IFBB Pro. Fast forward to October 2024, we took 4th place at my first national show. Fast forward to just recently took 5th place at NPC Nationals. Although we haven't quite snagged that Pro card, the most important part of these past two years working with David has not only been the success on stage, but the level of care and support I've received. I'm not one to normally complain but I can spike my cortisol levels when things don't always go according to plan, both in prep and life. I'm beyond grateful to have a coach that checks in with me beyond bodybuilding and makes sure my head is in a good place throughout the year. As we continue to progress, I'm excited to grow and achieve more wins on and off the stage, not only for myself, but for David too."

"Before working with David I felt like I had a big goal and a lot of passion. Which are great to have, but kind of useless without a plan you can TRUST to get there. I was about to go into my first competition feeling the worst physically and mentally I ever had, chasing a division I wasn't actually ready for and didn't know what it took to be able to make it in.

The way I'd explain my experience with David is transformational. Working with someone truly knowledgeable in a topic WAY too many people claim to be experts in was so eye opening. David showed me the difference between top level coaching and local level coaching. The difference as to why some people burn out after 1 or 2 shows, or rebound insane, or don't get on stage the way they should've in the first place. Throughout a quite tumultuous year for me personally, David time and time again reminded me how important it is to keep the mind right to be the competitor I want to be. He has not only invested his time without rushing me to get on stage immediately- but has taught me the importance of investing in myself to show up my best- both on and off stage. I can now confidently continue pursing my dream, with the peace of mind I'm doing it the healthiest way I can, under some of the best guidance I could ask for. I couldn't recommend working with David enough whether entry level looking to start or a seasoned pro ready for a new experience."

"My meeting with David was unexpected. He took a potential disaster and averted it with his functional medicine foundations and philosophies. I met David after competing at my first national show where I finished in the top 10 despite of a close friend who also had the potential to know I wasn't in the right headspace to maximize my potential. I was at risk of developing severe, long-term health issues that would far outlive any trove of short-term bodybuilding wins or accolades. The main issues I struggled with were severe virilization, hormone imbalance, and gut dysfunction. After remitting my post-show lab results to David, he admitted my issues posed a degree of novelty he had not addressed in a woman. To that end, David took his time developing a thorough program based on my individual athletic needs and highly unusual experiences. The program encompassed a full diet, training regimen, and adequate supplementation to he reviewed with my physician. Moreover, he provided a protocol to address the gut dysfunction. As any bodybuilder knows, post-show recovery is crucial to ensuring a smooth transition into an effective off-season. Checking our boxes, dotting our i's, and crossing our t's, I adhered to the protocol, keeping David in the loop, and about eight weeks in, I realized substantial reversal in the virilization effects I experienced. Crucially, physiological effects I thought were irreversible began to decrease week after week. David restored aspects of my femininity I thought I'd terminally relinquished due to the inherent risk of the sport. What this testimonial seeks to convey is that David's methods are unique in the bodybuilding space—he prioritizes the athlete's longevity and health whilst still maintaining a high degree of professional performance. In an age where many coaches and trainers are willing to place a woman's health in a precarious state by encouraging PED abuse for a mere win or a qualification, David takes the opposite approach. In my experience, his priorities encompass achieving consistent, positive health markers custom to your individual needs and goals. Importantly, his methods have taught me that it is possible to be a high-level bodybuilder while maintaining and seeking to improve your health for the long-term. All that said, whether you're looking to maintain a baseline level of health at a professional level in bodybuilding (I say baseline because inherently competing at the professional level or risk) or simply wish to improve your functional health, I couldn't recommend David and his team enough. The crux of success in any health journey is consistency; while results will not magically appear over night, working with a team of individuals like the DeMesquita team committed to your health and performance goals will yield results far beyond your expectations. They did for me."

"Sept 17, 2023 - June 7, 2024 8 months and 20 days From my first check-in with David to the final check-in at home before turning pro, this journey has been nothing short of transformative. When I reached out to David in September of last year, I wasn't just looking for a coach, I was looking for someone who not only had the knowledge but also genuinely cared about my wellbeing. After our very first conversation, I knew I had found the coach I'd been searching for.

I'll never forget the email he sent on October 9th: "I'm turning you pro in one shot btw." That moment stuck with me and became a turning point in our journey together. It wasn't just about reaching a goal, it was about the way David made me believe in myself and push beyond what I thought was possible.

From our FaceTime calls and regular check-ins to him flying out with the team to be there in person, I've experienced a level of commitment and care I've never encountered before. David's support has been unmatched. He's not just a coach he's a mentor, a guide, and a true human being.

He taught me how to push myself to new levels but also how to enjoy the journey, and that changed everything for me.

Looking back now, turning pro feels like more than just a milestone, it's a testament to the growth I've experienced, both personally and professionally. I feel proud, confident and empowered knowing I've had the guidance of someone who genuinely believed in me every step of the way.

Thank you, David, for always supporting me, for teaching me patience, and for never making me feel small or judged.

You've helped me express myself authentically, and for that I will always be grateful."

"Before working with David I had just fired my coach and was prepping for a show David came in and definitely changed my perspective he was and is very positive and motivating. I didn't have a coach that was positive at all and I often questioned if he even believed in me.

My journey was great. The great thing about David is he values the athletes opinion and makes sure that I am apart of the process I really respect his opinion.

I learned so much about my health and how I liked to be coached as an athlete I learned so much about what my body can handle and the best way to get to my goals over all. My physique had drastically improved he has definitely helped me get to another level.

I feel great, I feel confident and I know when I do start competing that I will bring the best package. My confidence overall grew and my mental health definitely improved"

"For me there was a lot of mental growth my first few years. With my previous coach I watched my physique regress instead of improve even though I stuck to the plan that was given. I became extremely small and stringy. It was mentally tough and frustrating that I even though I showed up each day and put the work in, I was looking worse and worse. I remember prepping for 9 months (lower food more cardio) and my weight would not budge. When I finally got down in weight I had lost a ton of muscle, so I was told I shouldn't get on stage. It was defeating.

I ended up 97 lbs and that's actually when I switched to David. We focused on hormone health, thyroid function and gut health. Two years later I'm having the best prep and my physique has largely improved.

I could have quit when my physique was on the decline, but I kept seeking answers and I'm happy I did. It's all up from here."

"I joined with David a little over a year ago in search of a long term coach that could not only help me achieve my physique goals but heath and longevity in mind as well. I have worked with a few coaches in the past and am not novice at counting macros and tracking, intense workouts, and the body building lifestyle as a whole. David took me under his wing and we started with a reset and did a long health phase (just TRT) to get a good base of where I stood. I have ran many cycles in the past (often irresponsibly) and wanted to be done with that and find something realistic and sustainable instead of putting my body through the heavy blasting and cruising and using compounds that are well know to be harmful to one's health. I made it very early on my priority is my health and only would be ok with taking human approved PEDs and at the lowest possible doses as I'm done getting on stage and want my health as priority number 1. "Just get me to look my best but in the bloodwork and in shape" I told him and he wasted no time in putting his knowledge and expertise to use.. after the health phase, we did a gradual bulk by titrating my macros up over the course of 6 months and saving any PED use for later. I even asked if I could get on some Primo or Masteron and he said no as I still have plenty of room to grow on TRT alone.. I listened and am glad I did.. I got up to 235lbs hovering around 15% body fat... we decided this was a good place to do a wash phase and began a gradual cut.. we then added in primo at half the dose of my test (400mg test 200mg primo). this was great I had been off of all PEDs for 8 months and with just gradually decreasing macros and the test and primo, body fat began to drop quickly. I was always a big "cardio during cutting" type of person and he had me hold off and just said keep getting your 10k steps a day for now. This made me hesitant but I listened and was extremely surprised by the rate of fat loss I was experiencing as I had only ever done cutting phases with HIIT on the stair master in the mix.. we kept this consistent for about 2.5 months and I had gotten down to 220 and looked great. Very full, very vascular and feeling great. I was surprised by this because the amount of compounds I had used in the past to get sub 10% was quite heavy. He taught me that more is not better and the importance of routine bloodwork to make sure you're not only optimal, but can make adjustments based on that as well. He proved to me that a lot of the times with the right macros, training and just a little bit of PEDs, we can accomplish this goal. I am very taken back from my experiences working with David and his approach. He has with clients in comparison to others I had worked with in the past that would just push tren and we all know how that goes.. excited for the next phase and to see what we can do keeping things simple yet effective and keeping risk as low as possible. I highly highly recommended him to anyone looking for a long term coach who values their health and not only wants to look phenomenal but feel great too! Thanks David! You're a legend!"

Before I started working with David, I was in one of the darkest times of my life. I was really struggling with my health after my first competition season, and I had no idea what was happening to my body. I had terrible stomach pain every time I would eat, painful cystic acne, tons of new food sensitivities, irregular periods, and I was gaining body fat rapidly no matter what I did. I was so depressed, and I was losing hope. I went to five different doctors over a 6 month period, and no one could give me any answers or guidance.

That's when I had my consult with David, and he immediately knew just from speaking with me I was dealing with SIBO. David gave me a gut protocol that I followed religiously, and it took a lot of sacrifice and determination, but in a couple of months, we were able to eradicate my SIBO completely. I was able to eat all of the foods I loved again. I had zero pain, and my periods became regular. My skin slowly started clearing up, and I went from an inflamed 195 lbs to a healthy 165 lbs. My brain fog cleared up, and I no longer felt depressed-I was loving my life again.

I will forever sing David's praises because he got me my life back. I'm finally traveling again, my relationship is better, my performance in my career is better, and I can finally resume my competitive bodybuilding goals. You don't realize how important your health is until it's gone, and it's only because of David that I have my health back. I learned a valuable lesson to hire a coach who knows what they're doing and will keep you healthy beyond the stage. That's why I will only ever work with David as my coach.

"So this is long overdue… I just wanted to give a huge shoutout to both David and Caroline Demesquita. I’ve worked with numerous coaches in the past and after working with the Demesquita team for almost a year now, I’ve never looked and felt better. When I first joined the team, I was dealing with chronic fatigue, hormonal imbalances, PMDD along with some gut issues. We started off with a gut protocol and an elimination type diet to get to the root cause of my ailments. We also took a slow and methodical yet very effective approach which got me to lose roughly 20 lbs (mind you, I’m only 5’2 so this is a great deal as 20 lbs is very noticeable for my frame). My PMDD is nearly nonexistent, my periods are more regular, my strength gains in the gym have increased, my mood is better, and fatigue is basically gone. I truly feel like a new person and never thought I would never be able to overcome these issues that have been plaguing me and feel normal again. David and Caroline are also what you call “functional coaches” so they take a more holistic and safe approach which sets them apart from other coaches in the industry. Never once have I felt like just another client. They both respond extremely fast, give their undivided attention and are very hands on and informative with helping you reach your goals… whatever they may be. I even got my friend and mother on board because of how drastic and effective my changes have been in less than a year. So if you’re been contemplating a good and reliable coach, but want someone you can trust who has your best interest at heart, look no further! The Demesquita team is the one for you!"

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