David Johnson –
It’s time for another Athlete shout out!
David Johnson has been training with us for many years since the early days after I moved Ripple Effect to the RFV. In all that time David has shown up consistently, with a positive attitude and has done the hard work. Along the way gaining immeasurable strength in so many ways. David has come to deeply appreciate what consistent hard work looks like in the world of strength conditioning and contributes to our community immensely. Thank you David for your kindness, dedication, mindfulness and support of Ripple Effect though the years!
~Carolyn
Words from David:
Training at RE helps me to show up better, for myself and for others. Never perfectly, but better.
At age 50+, I’m all about maintaining myself to the best of my ability, to continue to pursue my dreams, and to live in the present.
RE is not just a gym and not just strength training. To be honest, I don’t really like gyms or strength training. Carolyn and friends make their mission clear. Everyone is welcome. The gym is clean and organized, cared for, even serene. It’s become my place to grow, to play, to be curious in my strength training, to make connections with others. In this way, it has become an integral, essential part of my life. And wow, I have experienced gains. And I cherish them.
When I think about what makes my life meaningful, it’s not the semi-epic occasional accomplishments or stuff of my dreams. It’s the small daily, incremental essentials, like Ripple Effect, that give me satisfaction, accomplishment, strength and hope within the ordinary confines and responsibilities of daily life—a necessary part of being in community, connection and service to others.