Trainer Spotlight: Deerek

https://www.innercityweightlifting.org/post/trainer-spotlight-deerek

A Journey of Growth, Stability, and PurposeDeerek describes his journey as a rollercoaster, but one marked by real growth.In the past, he coped with hardship through negative outlets, including the use of drugs and alcohol. He spent over 13 years incarcerated, including long periods in isolation."I remember the pain... and my family," Deerek said.That memory continues to drive him forward. Today, he’s making more intentional, positive decisions.Through ICW, he connected with his first therapist