Meet the husband-and-wife team behind Derby Fit

Scott and Jessica Morgan standing with their two sons sitting in the middle on a kitchen island

Scott and Jessica enjoy educating their children about what a healthy lifestyle looks like. | Photo provided by Derby Fit

For Louisvillians Jessica and Scott Morgan, staying active and healthy means participating in triathlons, ultramarathons (read: 100-mile races), mountain biking, strength training, and snowboarding. Early in their fitness journey, the couple realized that nutrition was vital to sustaining their fitness-focused lifestyle and continuing their success as athletes — it also helped them feel their best in everyday life.

After years of trying different nutrition supplements to support their active lifestyle, the duo thought there had to be a better, healthier alternative to what was currently available. They decided to develop their own brand of nutrition supplements leaving out unnecessary fillers, artificial sweeteners, and dyes — and Derby Fit was launched in 2022.

Jessica and Scott have 21+ years of higher education under their belts and understand the physiologic importance of proper nutrition. Jessica grew up on a farm in rural Georgia, decided to focus on higher education, and became a pharmacist. Scott joined special operations after 9/11, serving in Iraq and Afghanistan for four deployments as an Army Ranger. He got his EMT certification during his time in the military, discovered his passion for medicine, and is now a physician.

Fast forward to today, and Derby Fit’s first product is Elite Recovery Protein, a plant-based protein with mushrooms, vegetables, tart cherry extract, beetroot powder, and a probiotic. It helps increase natural energy, build muscle, decrease appetite, decrease inflammation, boost the immune system, and improve digestive health. This low-calorie, high-protein option can be taken as a post-workout drink or snack or on non-workout days to increase protein intake.

As Jessica and Scott have integrated nutrition and fitness into their daily lives, they want to help others find that balance in their own lives. Derby Fit supplements are designed to help anyone achieve their health and fitness goals — whatever they look like — in a simple and successful way.

Derby Fit is currently offering 10% off first orders. Simply sign up for their newsletter to snag the deal. Bonus: Readers who answer our survey below and opt-in to receive email promotions from Derby Fit will be entered into a giveaway, in which one winner will win one bottle of protein and one shaker bottle.

Want to keep up with Jessica and Scott? Follow them on Instagram for fitness and nutrition tips + tricks, recipes, and more. (Read: See their journey as they head to Spain this year to compete in the World Triathlon Multisport Championships for Team USA.) *

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Death Cab For Cutie: Asphalt Meadows Tour with Special Guest Momma | Friday, Jan. 27 | 8 p.m. | Old Forester’s Paristown Hall, 724 Brent St., Louisville | $90-$229 | See this quintessential indie rock group that helped define early 2000s emo music.

Saturday, Jan. 28

Anti-inflammatory Dinner | Saturday, Jan. 28 | 5-10 p.m. | Naïve, 1001 E. Washington St., Louisville | $65 | Dig into a five-course dinner designed to give you a new perspective of healthy eating.
After Glow | Saturday, Jan. 28 | 10 p.m.-2 a.m. | Vernon Lanes, 1575 Story Ave., Louisville | $10-$15 | Bust a move at this late-night silent disco featuring three local DJs at this vintage bowling alley.

Sunday, Jan. 29

Hot Buns Brunch Pop-up | Sunday, Jan. 29 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Square Cut, 741 Oak St., Louisville | Free | Dig into hot buns and Filipino brunch dishes while listening to hip hop jams.
January Community Day | Sunday, Jan. 29 | 1-4 p.m. | Speed Art Museum, 2035 S. 3rd St., Louisville | Free | Visit the art museum and enjoy a day of self-care-themed activities — like meditation, yoga, and bath bomb art making.

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Community

Celebrate Black History Month this February with the Louisville Free Public Library’s 30+ special programs. Head to the Black History Month Film Series every Sunday and register for special events including a discussion with members of the Chickasaw Book Committee.

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Calling all “Napoleon Dynamite” fans: A special screening of the movie is coming to the Louisville Memorial Auditorium on Saturday, Feb. 4 at 8:30 p.m. Cast members Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez, and Jon Gries will be present for a moderated discussion after the screening. Grab tickets. 🎬

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$48+ million to address homelessness

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The city’s plan will address gaps in care for individuals without housing. | Photo by @zenithdroneimagery

Yesteryday, Mayor Craig Greenberg announced three initiatives totaling more than $48 million that will provide short and long-term solutions to homelessness in Louisville. Here’s what the city plans to do:

A community care campus

For those who have received medical care and face chronic homelessness, the gap between hospital discharge and waiting for a shelter bed or permanent housing takes 90 days on average.

A new community care campus along East Breckinridge Street in Old Lousiville plans to address this. After buying available property for $6.9 million, the city will spend $9 million on renovations to create a respite facility — helping those experiencing homelessness access temporary housing and ongoing medical support.

Eviction prevention efforts

The Louisville Urban League will receive $2 milllion in funding to assist families and individuals with security deposits and first month’s rent. Additionally, $5 million will go toward the Association of Community Ministries to prevent evictions.

Permanent affordable housing

An allocation of $24 million will go toward creating permanent affordable housing. The city is currently looking for development partners to help create accessible housing options in our city.

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