Karl Weselan
Age: 42
I live in: St. Marys
Occupation: Dentist
1. To me, Grand Bend is: a great place to both relax with my family on the beach, visit my wonderful in-laws and stay active with some beach volleyball
2 I don’t tell many people that I: secretly wanted to be a gigolo, but that didn’t quite pan out… so I pursued a career in dentistry
3. To me, summer is: a season that I wish existed year-round
4. To me, the beach is: nirvana
5. To me, the best swimsuit is: one that is bigger than a Speedo and smaller than a pair of pants
6. To me, my body is: the only one I am going to get so I try and treat it with respect and take good care of it
7. My secret to staying in shape is: eating healthfully and having a regular fitness routine
8. My first response to posing for this issue was: “Is this the senior’s edition??”
9. I also want people to know: that they can make dramatic improvements in their own health by taking a little bit of personal responsibility. Eat well, exercise and thrive….don’t just survive!
Shelly Black Weselan
Age: 40
I live in: St. Marys (cottage in Grand Bend)
Occupation: Teacher at South Huron DHS
1. To me, Grand Bend is: the setting for a lot of my happiest memories.
2. I don’t tell many people that I: follow the stock markets, the Canadian dollar & real estate listings daily.
3. To me, summer is: as unscheduled as possible.
4. To me, the beach is: the best in the evening.
5. To me, the best swimsuit is: one I can wear to play with my sons.
6. To me, my body is: a work in progress.
7. My secret to staying in shape is: going to the gym 4 times a week.
8. My first response to posing for this issue was: “Are you serious, why me?”
Beth Sweeney
Age: 40
I live in: Southcott Pines
Occupation: Nurse practitioner & fitness instructor
1. To me, Grand Bend is: friends and family
2. I don’t tell many people that I: would love to be in a movie
3. To me, summer is: sun, sand & surf
4. To me, the beach is: the best playground in the world!
5. To me, the best swimsuit is: sexy, yet sporty
6. To me, my body is: my future ¬– health promotion & disease prevention to live healthier longer, is my daily regime
7. My secret to staying in shape is: cardio, resistance and balance training – teaching fitness is AWESOME motivation to be the best I can be for my clients
8. My first response to posing for this issue was: only if Shelley (my fitness partner) will do it too!
9. I also want people to know: I value and respect everything that Grand Bend has to offer for us a family. Mind, Body, Spirit! “Workout For Your Life!” has been running classes in Grand Bend for 11 years and in Exeter for 6 years. Aside from the winter months, we offer the unique option of exercising in the beautiful outdoors at the community pavilions. Every class is different offering kickbox cardio, circuit training, stability balls, iron yoga, Pilates & head to toe weight training. All equipment, expertise and motivation are supplied by instructors Beth Sweeney and Shelley Van Osch. for more info call Beth at 238 5555.
Joe Boyle
Age: 48
I live in: Southcott Pines
Occupation: Real Estate Agent & Farmer
1. To me, Grand Bend is: the best place in the World
2. I don’t tell many people that I: am superstitious
3. To me, summer is: friends and family
4. To me, the beach is: a place for family and friends to gather
5. To me, the best swimsuit is: anything from Archie’s Surf Shop or Big Reds
6. To me, my body is: next question please
7. My secret to staying in shape is: having a wife that is a fitness instructor & eating properly
8. My first response to posing for this issue was: reluctance
9. I also want people to know: I have a done a lot of travelling, and every time I return home, I always say, to anyone I talk to in real estate that ”Grand Bend is the best place in the world – we have it all”.
Shelley Van Osch
Age: 45
I live in: Mt. Carmel mostly… Grand Bend in the summer
Occupation: fitness trainer
1. To me, Grand Bend is: one of the best-kept secrets as it has it all! Great people, the best beach, fantastic variety of shopping and restaurants, and a strong sense of community.
2. I don’t tell many people that I: not much, I’m pretty open
3. To me, summer is: the sunset with my family, a glass of wine and music
4. To me, the beach is: a gift. Clean water, air and freedom
5. To me, the best swimsuit is: one that covers enough to leave something to the imagination
6. To me, my body is: all maintenance from here on in…
7. My secret to staying in shape is: keeping your life in balance-mind, body & spirit
8. My first response to posing for this issue was: Are you kidding? No. But Casey is a good guy.
9. I also want people to know: I offer personal training within your home. Private hourly sessions within Grand Bend and surrounding area. Certified personal trainer, fitness instructor and nutrition and wellness specialist. You can call me at 519-234-6253.
Fred Van Osch
Age: 50
I live in: Mt, Carmel and Grand Bend in summer
Occupation: Farmer
1. To me, Grand Bend is: my escape
2. I don’t tell many people that I: am a trekkie
3. To me, summer is: way too short
4. To me, the beach is: my absolutely favourite place
5. To me, the best swimsuit is: a bikini
6. To me, my body is: I haven’t really thought about it…
7. My secret to staying in shape is: keeping up with Shelley
8. My first response to posing for this issue was: what? A farmer?
Stephanie Churchill
Age: 21
I live in: Strathroy
Occupation: Student, sales staff at Skirt
1. To me, Grand Bend is: wholesome – the simple life on the farm or on the beach
2. I don’t tell many people that I: envy my cousins – they always know the right path to take and what to wear while taking it
3. To me, summer is: invigorating
4. To me, the beach is: solitude
5. To me, the best swimsuit is: a bandeau – no tan lines 🙂
6. To me, my body is: oddly proportioned – but everyone wants what they don’t have
7. My secret to staying in shape is: rollerblading – doesn’t even feel like a workout
8. My first response to posing for this issue was: What a great opportunity and idea for what Grand Bend represents
9. I also want people to know: nothing is impossible
Ashley Murphy
Age: 17
I live in: Grand Bend
Occupation: Student/sales associate at Archies Surf Shop
1. To me, Grand Bend is: one word, perfection.
2. I don’t tell many people that I: I’m a huge brainiac.
3. To me, summer is: the best two months of the year.
4. To me, the beach is: my favourite spot to hang out and get a tan.
5. To me, the best swimsuit is: a bather that is comfortable with bright patterns and designs.
6. To me, my body is: always in need of a massage.
7. My secret to staying in shape is: going for daily runs while snacking on a Dairy Queen hot fudge sundae.
8. My first response to posing for this issue was: Who me?!
9. I also want people to know: music is a huge part of my life and it’s a perfect way to relax.
Pinpeta Gina Phouttharath
I live in: Centralia
Occupation: waitress
1. To me, Grand Bend is: a place to spend my summer days.
2. I don’t tell many people that: my real name isn’t Gina
3. To me, summer is: a time to relax, and spend time with friends and family.
4. To me, the beach is: where I soak up the sun
5. To me, the best swimsuit is: the spotted brown bikini I wore at my photo shoot
6. To me, my body is: in shape.
7. My secret to staying in shape is: playing soccer, and jogging and working out on my days off of soccer.
8. My first response to posing for this issue was: that sounds fun.
9. I also want people to know: I play for London United Falcons, a regional level soccer team. I enjoy playing most sports, and love reading and working with others, especially kids.
Alynn Marie Kowalczyk
Age: 28
I live in: just north of Grand Bend
Occupation: account manager for a law firm
1. To me, Grand Bend is: good times, great people and amazing memories.
2. I don’t tell many people that I: I’ll pretty much tell you anything you want to know.
3. To me, summer is: delicious!
4. To me, the beach is: in my blood and the water has always been my escape from dullness.
5. To me, the best swimsuit is: the one that makes me feel the most comfortable.
6. To me, my body is: “I am convinced that life in a physical body is meant to be an ecstatic experience.” ~ Shakti Gawain
7. My secret to staying in shape is: exercise, and drinking lots of water!
8. My first response to posing for this issue was: Really? Only if it’s less Maxim, more Marie Claire! Thanks Casey.
James Eddington
I live in: between Grand Bend and St. Joseph
Occupation: restaurateur
1. To me, Grand Bend is: a close escape
2. I don’t tell many people that I: love them
3. To me, summer is: tourist season
4. To me, the beach is: a great way to spend a Sunday
5. To me, the best swimsuit is: whatever Alynn is wearing
6. To me, my body is: it is what it is!
7. My secret to staying in shape is: eating good food!
8. My first response to posing for this issue was: sure, why not?
9. I also want people to know: food is my passion and quality is the key! Eddington’s of Exeter is located at 527 Main St., Exeter, Ontario (519-235-3030). Join us inside or on our summer patio. www.eddingtons.ca