Hi, I’m Wendy and I like to sweat, talk a lot, and eat delicious, health-enhancing food. I rather dig life and strive to make everyday a truly great reason for getting out of bed.
What’s it all about?
I believe we actively create ourselves moment by moment each and every day. We have the power to make each day truer, more meaningful, and more bountiful than all the days before. Our choices, our acceptance of personal responsibility, and our grace determine how we connect with others and contribute to all.
The power of our intention informs the shape of our lives. I love to assist others in nurturing their personal power.
Needless to say, at 42 years of age I was feeling twice my age (my apologies to all those fabulously fit 80 somethings out there) and I needed to make some serious changes. I was ready to feel better and it was the power of my intention which was the vehicle for my change.
I quit smoking. I got my sorry backside out of bed early every day and I started walking. I joined Weight Watchers and began making changes to

3 months after joining the gym -- coming out of the swim alive!
how, what and when I ate. Not smoking was far easier than I had ever imagined, the walking was work, and the cleaner eating was a pleasant adventure. After a couple of months I joined a gym and hired a personal trainer. What a good decision that was for my life. My energy levels were skyrocketing, my sleep improved. My moods, peri-menopausal and affected by poor nutrition and lack of movement, stabilized. I got rid of some unwanted fat and discovered muscles. It was an excitement for me.
Three months later I completed my first triathlon.
My professional fitness story
Fitness is a second career for me after a wonderous and amazing and expansive first career.
After that first triathlon I started to actually believe fitness was indeed a very cool industry. I began working at the gym where I trained and I studied to become a Personal Trainer. I have never looked back. I believe all I do in fitness is enhanced by my training, skills and experiences in clinical psychology, neuropsychology and naturopathic health. I firmly believe that a solid education provides the foundation upon which formidable practice is built. I draw on my many years of university and professional training workshops to inform my fitness practice. With a hunger to continue my professional and personal growth I perpetually challenge myself to keep my knowledge and skills at the leading edge of the wellness and fitness field.
I am a Personal Trainer Specialist (PTS) and Nutrition and Wellness Specialist (NWS) certified through CanFitPro, and hold certifications as a Spin, Scientific Core Conditioning, Seniors Fitness, Jump Rope, Yoga, Yoga-On-The-Ball and Resist-A-Ball. Certified by Agatsu as a Kettlebell Coach, I have broken new ground on Prince Edward Island with kettlebell training, setting a gold standard of practice which others can follow. I was one of the first Sprockids Instructors in PE certified by the Canadian Cycling Association and I own the Jazzercise franchise for Prince Edward Island.
With so many continuing education opportunities in the fitness field, I am incredibly fortunate to have received training from such notable sources as Reebok University, The Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging, Agatsu, Stott Pilates, CanFitPro, YogaFit Training Systems Worldwide, The Jump Rope Institute, The Canadian Aquafitness Leaders Alliance, The C.H.E.K. Institute, and the Arthritis Society of PEI, amongst others.
How I stay busy
I will be teaching a variety of classes at my new studio the whole way: exercise, nutrition, mindfulness and offer workshops and presentations to the community and corporate sectors of the Island. You can also find me at Atlantic Fitness East Montague, where I also teach classes.
My first passion remains my strongest: Personal Training and Small Group Personal Training. Private Personal Training allows me to provide services specifically tailored to the needs of individuals and small groups. I am comfortable and competent providing land-based fitness facility programming, aquatic/pool-based training, and home-based services.
I am honoured and excited to have you visit my blog. Stop by the studio and discover your power of intention. I’ll be there.
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May 3, 2009 at 5:22 pm
Kim MacDonald
Hi Wendy
Have been following your news on facebook.What an exciting time for you.
Wish you were closer,love to take part in your classes.
Sharly and I lost over a 100 pounds bewteen the 2 of us in the last 18 month with the simplyfor life program .Biggest lesson being how its a life stlye change .Wish you and your studio were in my neighborhood !
Just want to wish you all the best in your new venture ,know its going to do great .KIM
May 4, 2009 at 12:02 pm
thewholeway
Hi Kim
You and Sharly have done an amazing job — I see your pictures on fb. I just know you are experiencing all the great things about healthy eating and exercise: more energy, better sleep, greater ability to handle stress, and so much more. You are absolutely right, it is about lifestyle, not about a diet or an exercise program. It is about making different choices and finding joy in those choices. You and Sharly both have inspiring will!
Thanks for your vote of confidence. I am pretty excited by this step, but nervous too. I am anxious to get the studio open and operating!
May 17, 2009 at 1:16 pm
Erin Murphy
Congratulations on your new venture and website. You will do well, as you have always done in the past. I will continue to follow your website.
Love Erin
May 17, 2009 at 11:12 pm
thewholeway
Erin – Thanks for checking this out. So much work to do to get ready for the opening!
I am planning on seeing you next weekend in Cape Breton! It has been so long…I am excited.
June 2, 2009 at 5:16 pm
Al
Once again, you NEVER cease to amaze me! I so admire, respect and share your philosophy about life, personal responsibility and the power of intention. I want to be more like you! Somehow, in your crazy, hectic life you have discovered how to be balanced, mindful and fit. I’m still working on that but confident that I will get there. You are a bit older than me so I have a few years to catch up! I love you, your spirit and your amazing energy and zest for life. I cannot wait to come to PEI this August and hang out at the most “rockin” studio in PEI!!!!
Much luck, prosperity and peace to you sister 🙂
xo
June 2, 2009 at 6:56 pm
thewholeway
Al
You are already there too, ’cause it is all about how you travel, not where you end up. I know that you know how to move in zig zags, circles, spirals, ellipses. That’s the whole dance. I admire your steps and your spirit and your searching and your total luminosity. And, I can’t wait to workout with you in August and perhaps enjoy a mug ‘o wine too!
Thanks for stopping by and filling me up with your words.
Much love to you.
Be well
Wendy
June 25, 2009 at 1:15 am
Nadine
Wendy what a profile. I even admire you more now if thats possible. I cant wait to pop by your Studio for one of your uplifting work outs…COngrats and best of luck to you and congrats to all your new clients, they dont realize yet how you will impact their lives…..luv ya Nadine
June 25, 2009 at 8:55 am
thewholeway
Well Nadine, thanks for that vote of confidence. I happen to know you to be an incredibly energetic, determined and inspiring person. Big hearted and focused on the positive and refreshing in attitude. And, you always have great hair! Any time you want to go the whole way, I’ll be honoured to make you sweat!
July 15, 2009 at 11:41 pm
Frankie Bent
Hi Wendy,
What a wonderful blog….never checked one out before!! Oh how I miss you wisdom & wise words. I have reached a point to where I hope this is the start of my journey…I too want to get “healthy” body & mind. Reading your blog has helped & knowing you for so many years where you’ve come is encouraging! I look forward to before & after pictures & story to share.
Thanks for sharing & do hope to see you soon,
Enjoy the summer & your new studio!
Great job,
Lots of love from NS,
Frankie
July 16, 2009 at 8:08 am
thewholeway
Ah Frankie love, thanks for stopping by and your kind words. I hope you are having a wonderful journey and I’d be pleased to help in any way. Some time you are on this island and in the ‘big’ city, stop by; we’ll go for bubble tea. I miss you. xox
January 21, 2010 at 12:53 pm
Gloris
Hello, I just wanted to say hello after reading several of your posts. I saw you on ‘The man who wanst to kill crunches” post on MacClean’s blog. My husband and I have been eating better and exercising for tha last few years and train for extreme biking. Looking forward to perusing your blog for fitness advice. Thanks!
Gloris
p.s. come visit my blog sometime. It’s a daily devotional blog: http://www.gloriadelia.wordpress.com
April 9, 2010 at 7:17 pm
Shannon
Congratulations – Wendy
Great Web site, All the best Shannon. Wish you were around here
it sounds like a great place to get healthy!
April 10, 2010 at 4:25 am
thewholeway
Hi Shannon! Thanks for those kind words. I’m having a great time!
May 8, 2010 at 5:57 pm
Sybil
What a great story and inspiration you are!
Love your blog- I’ll definitely be following!
May 9, 2010 at 5:17 am
thewholeway
I love your blog too Sybil – I’ve been tweeting some of your entries! You offer great information. Thanks for that and for stopping by.
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November 4, 2010 at 1:43 am
GoMelRun
Wow, your accomplishments are amazing. I find it inspiring how you completely changed your life around in the name of health. Very awesome. I am slowly on my way.
November 4, 2010 at 3:21 am
thewholeway
Thanks Melyssa. And, you’ve got a huge jump start on me since you figured it out way younger than I did! You Go Girl!