Mix the warm water, honey, and yeast in a stand-mixer bowl until mixture becomes foamy, about 5 minutes.

Add 1/2 of the whole wheat flour, along with the olive oil and salt. Mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until incorporated. Let sit for 1 to 2 minutes.

Mix with a dough hook attachment on low speed, slowly adding the remaining whole wheat flour, increasing the speed to high. Mix on high until the dough is combined and not sticking to the sides of the bowl, about 7 minutes. Cover the bowl with a towel and let rest for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Flour a surface to work the dough.

Place the dough onto the floured work surface and shape into a loaf. Use more flour if necessary. Place into the prepared loaf pan.

Let shaped dough sit in a warm place until it has risen over the top of the pan, about 1 hour.

Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).