I took the first step today on getting on the road I want to be on physically. Since last January, I have lowered my weight from the mid-160's to my present weight of 148 through no particular diet or exercise regiment. While I have been very pleased with this progress, I am still not happy with my general physical status. Today, with the help of two new friends, I began a new routine that will get my weight to 130 by 04 July 2003 and also increase my strength and over-all health. Part of this plan will be monitoring my daily caloric intake, making sure it is within the guidelines I have accepted and also working out at least four times per week. I started today with some laps and some work on the machines. I also tanned a bit outside, relaxed in the spa and then got all nice and cooked in the sauna after working out. I am very excited about all of this and am looking forward to that day I feel comfortable shirtless... at the club.