The Gadgets Magazine’s Dec 2015-Jan 2016 ending salvo features Philippines’ heartbeat Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach.

This Beauty Queen quenched the country’s 42-year Miss Universe drought with her breathtaking performance in both the beauty and brain departments. However, it was a very long road towards the crown. She joined Binibining Pilipinas a total of three consecutive times, each time getting closer to representing the Philippines on the universal stage. While she met her fair share of criticism along the way, Pia never backed out, her unwavering resolve allowing her to cross the top item off of her Christmas wish list.

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During the final stretch before Miss Universe 2015, Pia devoted herself 24/7 to toning her physique, health, as well as mind by keeping up with news and issues around the world. She said that the country’s support, as well as her fans’ adoration on social media, really means a lot to her and have motivated her to train harder for the competition.

Meanwhile, the New Year, with all its bells, whistles, and resolutions, is a ritual for her, as she said, “I look forward to that. I make a list every year.” She hopes that after the pageant, she’d be able to relax and enjoy life more. Besides wanting more time to hang out with her friends, Pia’s also making it a point to travel more this 2016, something she wouldn’t be short of given her upcoming Miss Universe duties.

“Since I was so busy with my duty as Miss Universe-Philippines, I have not been able to go around. Though I’ve been able to go around the country which is great because I’ve been to some places I’ve never even been before.”

Asked on how she manages to keep up with her resolutions, Pia answered “Don’t make it so overwhelming. Make it realistic. Don’t do 10 or 20 na mabibigat like crash dieting or quitting smoking cold turkey.”

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Even Pia herself admits that it took years for her to get to where she is now. “There’s no such thing as an overnight transformation.” If you’re looking to get a head-start on your career, skills, self-development, and even love life, the New Year is as good a time as any. With hard work and a little elbow grease, who knows, you may end up in the Miss Universe equivalent of your chosen field.

Check out the pictures from Pia’s Gadget shoot given below…