Dan O’Connor

Where did you grow up?

Sydney, Australia

It is Friday night - beer, wine, cocktail, or fresh pressed juice?

A nice glass of red wine (Pinot Noir to be specific)

If you had one last meal, what would you eat?

Anything asian. Love thai and vietnamese food especially

Do you have a favorite movie or actor/actress?

It is still the Goonies

You are stuck in LA traffic - what music are you playing to pass the time?

Pretty eclectic taste so could either be Rufus Du Sol or old school remixes

What first got you into fitness as a lifestyle and career?

I used to play competitive tennis as a junior but also started gym training when all my friends wanted to get huge.

What is one of your favorite fitness moments so far in life?

A current PT client of mine is going through a weight loss journey and every time she texts me with her weekly achievements it makes me so happy for her. It’s so satisfying working in an industry designed to help people.

What is your favorite and least favorite exercise?

Favourite = Anything working the chest
Least = Squats

What is one of your favorite inspirational quotes?

If you face your flaws, you’ll notice the change

What does the word "Sanctuary" mean to you?

A place of refuge and tranquility. A place of complete acceptance.