Pierce Mattie Public Relations New York

The first week of 2007 is almost over, and by now thousands, if not millions of people across the country are probably already falling off the fitness bandwagon. For me personally, I’ve decided that this year will be the turning point on my long road to becoming physically fit. And already my body is in pain, my head aches, and I’d love to sit back on the couch with a big bag of Doritos.

What I’ve learned from reading countless articles and books, my favorite being The Men’s Health Gym Bible, is that the journey isn’t one you can take in a week, or even a month. It’s a lifelong commitment that will throw you many curve balls. And if you have to cheat sometime by eating a brownie or that bag of Doritos, that’s okay; it keeps your body guessing.

With that said, I’m starting a transformation. I’ve spent the past several years not happy with the way my body has turned out post-college, and I’m ready to make the big change. My plan of attack involves no fad diets, just simple cardio, weight training and a sensible meal plan that will of course include some junk food; I’m only human. Occasionally, I will throw in some yoga and dancing, all combined with the training tips I’ve learned from my friends at Men’s Health. So, keep checking in because once I start seeing results, I may build up enough courage to post a before and after. Maybe someday I’ll even end up on the cover of Men’s Health. After all, stranger things have happened (i.e. me winning Publicist of the Year).