Paralympic Athlete

“Wagner is the rare combination of expert and coach. His unique ability to inspire results, not simply explain techniques, is what made me decide to make him a part of my high performance team. Wagner’s emphasis of the mental aspect of strength training fits very well with the performance psychology strategies that I apply on the courts of the international boccia circuit. He reminds me that a strong focus applies in the gym as well.

I have worked with many excellent trainers throughout my career. Wagner’s highly accessible personality and knowledge allowed me to easily apply his coaching to my lifts, and squeeze out more strength and control than I thought possible. I am convinced that my training with Wagner has been a major influence on my qualification to the 2012 Paralympics in London, and my recent international wins. Having been born without arms and legs means that in sport, and in my daily life, I need to figure out creative ways to accomplish my goals. Wagner loves the challenge of coming up with never before seen ways for me to perform exercises that most people might take for granted, using straps and whatever we can find in the gym. His ability to effectively adapt weight training to any situation is astounding. No matter what the goal, Wagner tells me that “wanting it is not enough.” Then he helps me find that perfect mix of confidence, focus and strength so that I can perform.”

-Josh Vander Vies
6-time Canadian Champion | 2004 Paralympian | 2011 Parapan American Games Bronze Medallist | 2012 Paralympic Bronze Medalist 

Paralympic Athlete

“When I came to Wagner, I was an aspiring alpine ski racer. At the time I was on the development team of the Canadian Disabled Apine Ski Team, with the goal of making the World Cup team. I realized that I had to take a big step and do something for my career. I started training with Wagner that summer. After a summer of intensive training, I arrived at our first on-snow training camp a new person. My coaches noticed the minute they saw me how hard I had worked all summer. My physical appearance alone had changed drastically. That season was my best competitive season I had ever had. At the end of the season, I was asked to join the World Cup team. Since training with Wagner, I have had more career bests than I ever thought possible. Being a disabled athlete definitely adds a different element to my training and is a challenge for Wagner. But he has met that challenge. Without his expertise, I would have never been able to make the World Cup team and qualify for the 2006 Winter Paralympics that same year! He has invested a lot of time and creative energy into developing a program and training regime specifically for me, and is undoubtedly the best strength and conditioning coach that I have ever worked with.”

-Arly Fogarty

member of the Canadian Para-Alpine Ski Team, and the 2006, 2010 Canadian Paralympic Ski Team. 

Canadian Freestyle Ski Champion

“Before training with Wagner, I didn’t know much about working out. Not only did he teach me everything there is to know about my body, working out, and eating properly, he also helped a lot with my mental focus. Skiing afterwards never felt better”
KAYA TURSKI – 2006 freestyle skiing Candadian Champion 

World Master’s Swimmer

“Before working with Wagner I hit a plateau with my race times and I didn’t like it. I was lacking strength endurance and mental focus. With my goals in mind I set up an action plan with Wagner and in a short 12 weeks I have realized personal best times I never thought possible. Every competition I went to there was best times. Not only have I been swimming to new personal bests, training with Wagner has helped me obtain three medals at the 2008 FINA World Masters in Australia. Wagner’s unique approach at helping me to attain my sport specific goals was both personalized and adaptable.”
- KRISTINA MCILWAINE 

International Fencer

“Physical activity is a big part of my life. I love to run, swim, bike, practice yoga and try any new sport, all while training for international fencing competitions. Wagner showed me that strength training doesn’t have to mean a slow and bulky body as the end result. He designed a beautiful plan for me that gives my entire body strength and balance.

Most remarkably, he was able to patiently help me perform each exercise to the best of my ability, while giving me the motivation to push myself and stay disciplined. Wagner’s coaching gave me concrete results on the fencing piste, and helped me tremendously with my fitness goals.”

– Dalia Mykolaitiene
1995 Fencing World Championship Team Member | 2011 Fencing European Championship Team Member | 2012 Fencing World Championship Team Member | 2000, 2008, 2012 Paralympic Boccia Sport Assistant 

Tennis Professional

“I’m a 61 yr. old provincially ranked tennis player (#1 in the 60’s) whose body is aging and who wants to win the national 60 over Canadian Championship. On December 2007 I started training with Wagner Rulli and after 5 weeks I already saw physical changes and changes in my tennis game. Since then I’ve been winning matches against opponents with whom I have had no previous success. So much of my performance relates to Wagner who I’ve nicknamed PPRK. He’s the best teacher I’ve had for anything– hence, PPRK. He’s super PASSIONATE with what he does. He’s extremely PATIENT with me and explains technique until I get it right, and getting it right goes a long way. He’s very RELAXED and really pleasant to be with when you’re training. Finally, he’s so KNOWLEDGEABLE that you have total faith in what you want to accomplish. I’ve worked with others who have tried to train me for my tennis. They were good. Working with Wagner exposes me to a very different standard. He has truly helped me raise the bar.”
- HY GLICK 

Host of TV's Caribbean Workout (on OLN)

“ One year after giving birth to my son I started taking Wagner’s Plyometrics class. I found that in a very short period of time, my fitness level was better than ever! Wagner has an outstanding friendly and approachable personality. That mixed with his superior skill and knowledge inspired me every class.”
- Shelly McDonald 

FAME Fit Model

“While training for the FAME Fit Model 2008, Wagner showed me his own special routine that quickly activates more muscle fibers for greater growth. I couldn’t believe during that one session I was able to lift more weight for more reps than what I usually lift. ”
- Myles Johnston 

Power Lifter

” When I first started training with Wagner I never could have imagined the path it would take. It has truly been an amazing journey discovering both the sport of powerlifting and an approach to fitness that will last a lifetime. His vision, supportive enthusiam and obvious dedication to the conditioning process have been inspirational and a motivating factor in my continued progression. His skills and extensive knowledge allow him a unique ability to work with his clients to determine their needs and take them in that direction while always remaining positive and engaged in every session. My new found strength, confidence in the gym and improvements to both my running and hockey are directly attributable to our training sessions and his overall individualized conditioning plan”

- Kathleen Larsen 

TV Journalist - CTV News

“I’ve been working out for 18 years, worked with several different trainers, and read a lot about health. But the most important thing I ever did for my body was begin training with Wagner Rulli. In 4 short weeks I gained muscle, increased my energy, and radically improved what had been a chronic tightness in my lower back. Wagner’s methods are unique and I don’t have to spend hours at the gym to see gains. He’s helped me turn a corner and realize fitness goals I never thought I could attain. If you need to get in shape, you need Wagner. He’s simply one of the best trainers you’ll ever find.”

ROB LURIE – TV journalist for CTV. 

TV/Radio Host

“Nobody has been able to motivate me the way Wagner does.”
– ORLA JOHANNES

TV host for Entertainment Spotlight

Actor

“As an actor and stunt-performer, it helps to be prepared for everything, both mentally and physically. Wagner`s core training in plyometrics and his personal training attention has helped me cope with many unpredictably hectic schedules. Also, as a motivator, he is second to none in giving you that extra push forward."

Mark Antony Krupa actor/producer 

Trail Runner

"I am starting to train more specifically for running as my race is coming up at the end of May. It’s a 15km up a mountain, I finished in the top five last year with a time of 1:06:21. I feel with your class behind me, I will be able to crack the top three this year and am planning to take off at least 3 minutes from last years time. (UPDATE: Marc has indeed achieved his goal with a time of 1:02:49)

What I have noticed since taking your class:
My stride length has improved, specifically while hill running, I figure this is from all the lower-ab and hip flexor work we focused on. My stride is more dynamic, my knees are lifting higher without any additional effort.

I haven’t had this much power since I was training for the 400m. I feel this is really going to benefit me in race situations when the race pace suddenly changes either when someone breaks away from the pack or when it come time to make a move myself. I will have an extra gear to depend on.

My speed endurance (V02 Max)is way ahead of this time last year during my training period. Though I found the pace of your training challenging, I never would have guessed the impact it would have on my speed endurance. Also, what I am finding is that I am recuperating very quickly and able to train at a higher level.

In short I wanted to say thank you, because your course helped keep my motivation up during the hardest period of the year training-wise Jan-Feb..., and has brought my fitness back up to a level I haven’t felt since I was training for track."

- Marc Nisbet 

Urban Athlete

“Hi Wagner, just wanted to say how happy I was to participate in your Plyometrics class. A career-woman with 3 small children, my time to workout is very precious to me...because I don’t have a lot of it. I really have to make it count. So when I make it to the gym, I will typically opt for some cardio with weight training; I won’t even consider the traditional aero classes because I’ve tried them before and I just don’t feel that they’ve got the intensity I’m looking for. So what a treat it was to have the option of your plyos class! It’s INTENSE, it’s FUN, and it’s EFFECTIVE. I feel stronger, faster, and more powerful in my everyday training and I am convinced its thanks to your class.
So keep up the good work – you’re awesome!”

Connie Chabot
Directrice comptes projets STELPRO DESIGN INC. 

Soccer Player

“I strongly recommend Mr. Wagner Rulli. He has been training my daughter Letizia in the following areas: strength and cardio conditioning, stretching exercises, and mental conditioning. These key aspects have helped her tremendously to improve her overall approach to soccer and therefore allowing her to make the Laval AAA U15 Elite team. Wagner is excellent at instructing and motivating young athletes. But most importantly he encourages them to be the best they can be.”
– Wali Muhammad, soccer dad 

Rugby Player

“When I first started with Wagner at age 15 I had been playing rugby for 2 years and was one of the smallest kids on the team and in my grade. I decided to get a trainer because I really liked rugby and my coach said lifting weights would help me succeed. When I went and signed up for a trainer I didn’t know I would be making a life changing choice. Most people find their passion late in life or possibly never, I was lucky enough to find mine at a young age thanks to Wagner’s help and guidance. Weightlifting turned into something I truly love and that’s thanks to Wagner’s coaching and guidance. Wagner has some different methods than conventional trainers but that’s what makes his coaching that much better than other trainers. Since the day I first met Wagner I haven’t stopped lifting weights and I don’t think I ever will, Wagner introduced me to the world of fitness and I can’t thank him enough for everything he has taught me and introduced me to.”

- Brad Wertman 

Firefighter

“When I first approached Wagner I needed help putting together a program to get ready for a physical exam for the Montreal Fire Department. I had been working out for a long time but Wagner showed me how to properly perform certain exercises by learning how and where to focus my energy. That, plus Wagner’s enthusiasm and the rapid improvement in my strength kept me motivated. When exam time rolled around, I was ready. I received the mark of “A” on my physical and finally landed my dream job. Not only did Wagner help me prepare for my test, he is still helping me to prepare for a career in a field that is physically demanding and stressful.”

BEN URWIN – Firefighter Station 46.