DUFF: What are some of your strengths?

Connar:  I'm pretty competitive, I like the team challenges at DUFF. My strength is anything upper body or core.   

DUFF:  Have you had any set backs?

Connar: ...a bike accident crushed my right elbow requiring surgery and metal reconstruction. I was frustrated, and demoralized by the injury that was putting my training goals and career aspirations on the sideline.  

I'm an airline pilot for United Express Airlines. Like the gym, 

(and muscles)  flying is a somewhat perishable skill and a large 

part of who  I am, so being stuck on the couch was awful.   

DUFF:  What is your favorite thing about DUFF?

Conna r:   During my 5 month recovery/ rehabilitation, I periodically stopped by the gym to update Andrew. He showed genuine concern and encouragement, and as soon as my therapist cleared me for more strenuous movement, I was back at the gym. All DUFF instructors have been great at both pushing and modifying exercises that set me up for success! Despite my challenging work schedule and sometimes unavoidable eating choices I.e. Airports and Hotels, I'm coming back better than ever! My weights are increasing, I almost always complete the challenge, and my workout modifications and the words "I can't" are fewer and farther between!