Two things Gold-Medal Olympian Rafer Johnson said today during my interview with him on BRAINSTORMIN’ with Billy the Brain were remarkable.

First, when asked what’s different between Olympic training today and when he was training, he noted that one thing hasn’t changed—the desire of the Athlete to be the best.

Second, Rafer said it’s in his background to give back to the community. He came from a small town in California where all the citizens sacrificed to help him reach his goals. Now, he feels it’s his responsibility to give back for all he’s received.