Michelle Basham wrote:

Brian, I think you handled yourself very well. I have to say though I am a "Peeler" fan. I just melt when I hear you talk and see you smile! I am 34 y/o stay at home mother of 5 kids. I wish that I was close enough to have your hands sculpt me back into my old self. ;) Hugs from FLorida! Michelle

posted on April 3, 2007 at 11:14 PM

Theresa wrote:

I think that Jackie acted extremely arrogant, insensitive, and unethical during that entire episode. It is apparent that Jackie has a need to compete with "Peeler." She is extremely competitive with him and lacks the ability to support him and encourage him as she should be. Her vanity seemed to have gotten the best of her. Many people in his situation would have reacted the way that he did to her comment, "your job is built on my abs" as well as the rest of her ranting about the "empire" that she built. Brian Peeler appears to be one of the best trainers that she has and closest to overcoming her leadership with his dedication and drive.
I am proud of him for acting so calm when speaking with her the next day.
Although I feel that this issue of tension between them will arise again due to their differences in perception.
They are both hard working, loyal, and comitted individuals.
However Jackie is an extreme exhibitionist and lacks emotional sensivity, and "Peeler" does not.

Peeler seems like a scorpio, and Jackie seems like a Leo ( a lover of attention and flattery).

There's my comment!!
Aren't you glad that I took the time after class tonight to stalk this topic down on the internet!!? Haha

posted on April 3, 2007 at 11:32 PM

Keith wrote:

Peeler,
Worry about Peeler not Rebecca. You are such a baby...please grow up or leave the show.

posted on April 3, 2007 at 11:35 PM

Theresa wrote:

After watching the last episode- I had to get online and comment about this!
First of all I want to congratulate Brian for acting so calmly in the face of someone who hurt him emotionally. It takes a strong person to do that.
Secondly, Jackie's behavior on that episode was nothing to be proud of. Her vanity, insensitiviy, and unethical behavior during the episode of the "conflict" between she and Peeler is something to look down upon.
She has the ability to be an optimistic, and heartfelt leader- however she has not been displaying these qualities during the second season.
Many people would react the way that Brian did to the situation.
Nobody wants to be publicly humiliated in front of their coworkers, or anyone for that matter.
It seems to me that Jackie and Peeler have some traits in common including; work ethic, drive, fixed ideals, and leadership abilities. However, they are very different due to Jackie's absence in emotional understanding and extreme exhibitionisim.
Jackie appears to be like a Leo (lovers of attention, flattery, and extremely competitive).
Peeler appears to be like a Scorpio (lovers of intimacy, sensitive, and emotionally complex).

WELL Thats my comment!
I guess I can consider myself and official "weirdo" for allowing myself to take the time to do this.
However- I say,
Brian- Keep up the great work! You seem that you motivate and lead many people in the right direction.
and..
Jackie- learn to be less competitive and congratulate people who have strengths instead of feeling threatened by them.

Good Luck with that !!

posted on April 3, 2007 at 11:43 PM

Anne wrote:

Hi, first time I have ever volunteered my two cents, but I thought your handling of anger was worthy of an honorable mention.
It takes a big man to verbally articulate that his feelings were hurt, hey it takes a big person! I thought your presentation was admirable, shows substantial character and I certainly will keep tunned to such a positive role model.

posted on April 3, 2007 at 11:51 PM

Rodney wrote:

Peeler,

I have had to recap on some previous episodes and caught one tonight on you metioning you having an anger problem. I must say that I can relate, I have been battling my whole life (I'm 30) anger issues. I do really well most of the time controlling my emotions and feelings that I have about certain situations in my life, but there are times when it gets the best of me. More often than not it ends of getting the best of me in my relationships. I have been married now for five years to my wife who I have been with for seven years. She is a great woman and wonderful mother, but man can we argue, or should I say man, can I argue. We get into it over the most stupid things, but to me they seem so huge. It's amazing how you can be the most likeable guy 99% of the time, but when that 1% of the time comes up, you seem like someone totally opposite of who you really are. I have sought out counselling for anger management and although I learned some good tools to utilize, it still does not replace those times when I'm really ticked off. I hate that I have this issue in my life, but, I have come to terms with it and know how it effects those around me when it does get the best of me. I feel that this is really important in trying to not let it get the best of you. Anyway, hope you take it all in stride and fight the good fight.

Take care,

Rodney

posted on April 4, 2007 at 12:12 AM

Courtney wrote:

Hey, I'm from Salisbury too!! I don't usually post things on blogs, but I work out religiously and recently became a personal trainer. I tivo the show all the time and just happened to come on the website and read that you were from Salisbury. I moved from there years ago, but have yet to meet anyone else from there. Just wanted to say hey to a fellow Salisbury native!

posted on April 4, 2007 at 1:26 AM

Matti Domingue wrote:

Well i think that your one of the best trainers there and your personality is just fine .Everyone goes through there issues and u had to go thoough yours on your own and i thought that you handled the situation in a perfect manner so keep trying yrealy hard and you will get a good grip of things and i wish i coud train with you lol

posted on April 4, 2007 at 4:36 AM

Larry B wrote:

Well, atleast your honest about the person u are. Your the bigger man for knowing u have anger issues and taking steps to deal with them & you ask for your friend Dougs advise. In the end you made peace with Jackie but I have a feeling that there is still some tension. Don't fret on the small stuff. Your smart and capable enough that one day you could own your own gym.
By the way, thanks for taking the time to right back to your fans on your own blog. Your the only one of your troop that has done so. It's great to have ongoing conversation with u.
-all the best, Larru

posted on April 4, 2007 at 4:58 AM

G wrote:

Let's get a look at your fiance! Can you post a picture here? You're doing great, kid. Keep it up. It is obvious you and Jackie have a personality conflict. It seems more her problem than yours. Don't worry too much about it. "Work Out" is not your universe. Relax and take it as it comes.

Stay strong,
G

posted on April 4, 2007 at 6:44 AM

FitFiend wrote:

Hey Peeler, great show again! Glad that you admitted how you can get emotional. Especially for us guys, sometimes that can be tougher to admit. Well done...

posted on April 4, 2007 at 7:52 AM

Dennis wrote:

You look great in leather. We need more pictures of you on this site.

posted on April 4, 2007 at 8:14 AM

K Ford wrote:

Hey Peeler, I think you're great and I can't stand the way Jackie treats you on the show, I really
watch the show to see you and Aundrea I think you guys are great.
Just think Peeler Jackie is very threaten by your body, trust that I can;t believe she sits there and think it's cute the way she treats you.

good luck and I hope one day we will all watch your show. bye

posted on April 4, 2007 at 9:31 AM

Athena wrote:

Peeler,
I can completely relate to your anger issues. I too am more emotional than I seem on the outside. I am glad you waited to to cool off before talking to Jackie. It is hard being friendly with someone at work who thinks that they know you, but they really have no idea what you are really like until toes get stepped on.
Thanks for being so honest about your anger issues growing up.

posted on April 4, 2007 at 10:10 AM

Sharon Lepore wrote:

I find that you are a "true" person. So what if you cannot hold your feelings in, that does not make you a bad person. I am alot like you. I take my anger out physically most of the time, but the true reason that I logged on to your blog is:
I want to extend my sympathies to everyone on the show about Doug. I watched an episode that said the season was dedicated to his memory so I logged on only to find out that he passed. It really does not matter the way God took him, all that matters is tht another good decent human being is gone from this world. The two of you seemed to have a good solid friendship and I just wanted to say that I am sorry for your loss as well as the rest of the cast, and his family and friends.
Keep up the good fight. Even though some of us do not attend the gym, we do gain knowledge and strength from watching the show.
By the way your body is sick!!!
Respectfully
Sharon L
Levittown PA

posted on April 4, 2007 at 11:27 AM

ted wrote:

I think Brian is so sexy and a bad ass who does not give a f-ck. Where is he from I love his southern accent.

posted on April 4, 2007 at 12:47 PM

sondra morrow wrote:

I had just sent my response about jackie and rebecca right before i read your blog, and i said the same thing. but i have to believe that you know jackie is smart enough to keep the reigns tight on someone like rebecca if they were to actually start something. i thought you showed alot of character being the first to acknowledge the situation may have not been handled correctly. i think alot of your "anger" may come from not being recognized by your boss and peers or family and friends as the professional you are striving to be without you having to point it out to them. you do tend to blow your own horn. it is good to have ego in your job, but maybe if you were a little more humble about it you might see a change in the way others treat you. no one likes a know it all, even a cute one. but wisdom comes with age and you have plenty of time to fine tune yourself. just let that southern charm shine through and stop thinking about how you want to impress others, your actions will do it for you.

posted on April 4, 2007 at 12:47 PM

Levi Granger wrote:

Brian,

I'd just like to say that you really make this show. Without you im not sure that i would watch the show as much as i do. I wish that i was able to have you as a trainer. As a young adult who is just starting in bodybuilding i think that you would be an amazing trainer.

thank you for your time
-Levi

posted on April 4, 2007 at 1:06 PM

Marti Reyes wrote:

I hope the outcome for Brian is a good one because from the show, he really looks like he knows what he is talking about and knows what is doing. As well as the other trainers. I just realized that at the beginning of the first show that is dedicated to a 'Doug Blasdell'. I just read the info over the internet. I am so sad and feel bad for Brian, who has said nothing but great things about him. I know everyone is devistated but I think Brian might have taken it the hardest because of how close he got to Doug. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Marti Reyes-Houston

posted on April 4, 2007 at 1:29 PM

Todd wrote:

Brian,

Great episode last night! I have been a fan of yours since Season 1. I think you bring a work ethic, drive and realistic side to most things happening in and out of the gym. You are truly a person who when he becomes one's friend, stands by them for life. Your friendship with Doug is a prime example. It is so hard to see him on the screen and know that he is no longer touching the lives of those who knew him and those who saw him on the screen.
Wish I could find a trainer like you where I live. I know my results would certainly be better!
Anyway, I was glad to see Jackie apologize for hurting your feelings. You deserved that apology though it bugged me when she tried the whole "joke" thing again later in the show. Hopefully when she watches the show now she can see how her words affect those around her.
Keep up the great work!
todd

posted on April 4, 2007 at 2:15 PM

Jeff wrote:

Dude! You are the coolest on the show! Don't get sucked into the drama! You are the one redeeming trainer (well, you and Zen) that seem to be about the work of training and not the drama! You are who I would train with!

posted on April 4, 2007 at 2:23 PM

Randie wrote:

From what they showed on the show you didn't over-react as much as people were making it out to be. Sometimes some people just need to walk away. And you were the "grown-up" for doing that. High five dude.

posted on April 4, 2007 at 2:42 PM

Vanessa wrote:

I actually agree with everything Peeler is saying. Underneath all that "machoism" there is a good guy who seems to be very tuned in to others around him. And actually, the way they portray you on the show is the exact kind of trainer I would want to work with in the gym.

posted on April 4, 2007 at 3:04 PM

sam tackett wrote:

hey brian i understand i had a problem with anger. i belive jackie knows deep down inside how great you are and what a asset you are to her. dude just be calm and remember you are the greatest and jackie and the rest of the gang knows it. wish i had a cool dude like you for a friend cause i know you would be there if i needed support.so brian when things get bad take a deep breath and rember to walk away. take care be safe and remember your #1 in my book.

posted on April 4, 2007 at 3:04 PM

Jen wrote:

Brian,
I think you have every reason to have concerns about your boss dating a fellow employee. I am right there with you on the keeping work and personal life separate. As my girlfriend and I watched the show and saw it developing we both just looked at each other and said at the same time "that's bad". I agree with your concerns and feel that its justified!
Keep it real,
Jen

posted on April 4, 2007 at 4:01 PM

Brock wrote:

Hey Brian:

First of all, I like your onscreen persona. I think you represent a relatively large cross-section of folks; that's a good thing. I'm a lifelong athlete and fitness enthusiast, the managing partner of a large law firm in the sports and entertainment industry, bisexual and VERY ornery. I have some things to say regarding how it "looks" regarding you on Workout.

1: Despite an 8% hydrostatic result, you look fat. I wish editing had been more disclosive because it might have been more illustrative to those who haven't done it. Still, I can't understand how a guy who purports to be a hardcore trainer can walk around with that much jelly flopping around on your belly and your chest. You know the old rule, "where it went ON first it comes OFF last." Get on the gas, Peeler. You would get 500% more audience, client and co-worker support if you more looked the part. Stop drinking beer for a month or two, make "no cheese" please, no mayo, no fries your mantra.

2: You're a pretty handsome guy, but that messed up whisker thing is ridiculous. I don't give a crap how many ingrown hairs you might get because you don't know how to shave or take care of your skin. You're a tv star, deal. Get a talented hair designer to draw you a great jawline (not some dopey gay boy crap) and you'll get more respect because you'll look more like who you say you are instead of some bum who stumbled in.

3: Wassup with MOST of the trainers coming to work looking like their going to spend the evening on the couch? It really seems incongruous with Jackie's plan to have a classy place. If the clothes are all a part of her fitness "line" they might look OK for 18 year olds training at 24 hr fitness, but they look stupid elsewhere. First and foremost, they're NOT flattering to anybody's body, including Jackie. In her costuming, she looks more like a meth adict and less like an athlete every episode.

4: I don't know if you're still filming or have rapped. Most of this might be completely inconsequential; unless some of these things got improved mid season, I'd be surprised if there IS a third season.

5: Bitch slap Jesse for me and for about a billion other men who can't stand his almost lisping stereotypically stubborn and rude "brash aging chicken" routine. GAY FAT???? Not only did that make me howl, it set back his alleged crusade to put femboy queens on the same footing as MEN who like MEN to be MEN and not BOYS making excuses as to why they can't grow a hair on their butt and BE MEN. He falls into the catagory with brash black women whose debate style is to holler louder and never shut up until their opponent dies from a lack of air in the room. 63 people in my office are rooting for you to force him to jump off the ledge of the building. 4 think you should just heave him off without saying a word except "buh bye." 9 think he's cute. I'm firing all of those. I'd throw them off the roof but they might hit my car. It's OK if Jesse lands in a pool or on an awning as long as he never comes back into camera view. He doesn't have to die, just go......... or at least muzzle him. His form of controversy and ignorance aren't good for anybody, least of all any gay community, trainer community or chef community. His wildly cartoonish stereotypical bitchy, gossipy, jealous, vindictive, ignorant, slightly stupid and phony persona was tired when the cast of Will and Grace decided to let it die instead of flogging it to death. OK nevermind, go ahead and push him if he won't jump when you take away the mayo.

6: I don't have a clue about your sexual orientation, but despite what seems to be a semi-redneck, butch (and yet very sensitive) straight man exterior, you impressed a million people with your unabashedly honest and friendly love for Doug Blasdell. You represent the very BEST kind of truly great gentlemen in that you respected Doug for what he was able to accomplish and for what he was able to teach and illustrate to you; WHO he was. I don't know how many gay people you know or have known. You may not know how many "Brians" out there you represent. I'm always very encouraged to see how each succeeding generation of men seem to understand more about what is important and what is social posturing or religious fear. I'm sure Doug's demise left a gigantic empty space in your life as it did in the lives of so many others. I'm just so very glad for you and for the audience that the combination of events enabled millions to see that a straight man can love and respect a gay man who can return that deeply important bond without it being scary, taudry, nasty or silly. Applause; well done.

7: Doug was cool and everybody who knew him gets to take that away from the table and keep it forever. Jesse's scene where he ALMOST acts like a man and ALMOST apologizes for being a bitchy _ _ _ _ (rhymes with runt) when the entire misunderstanding WAS ALL JESSE and even though it wasn't what Doug meant......Jesse effectively saw to it that now millions of people AGREED that Doug WAS a positive role model and Jesse is NOT. Way to go, Jesse. You set your purported cause back another 5 years. Jesse should know better than to allow himself to be edited and re-edited to such caricaturistic heights when the entire misunderstanding was ALSO an edit issue, according to Doug. The comments about Jesse being the "Jack" of Workout, well...... Jesse should get so lucky. But those comments weren't appropriately juxtaposed against Doug's statement that he was grateful for being able to depict a positive role model. Can Jesse actually sit there and say that his personal code of behavior should be a role model for anybody? I don't deny his educational and business accomplishments. I'm taking about his using the show, using his injection into the cast, using his "personal pet" relationship with Jackie and ultimately using Doug as a springboard for a failed entertainment career in the footsteps of Sean Hayes characterization of "Jack." Jesse can't wear Sean's hair gel, let alone his Capezios. Maybe if you just create an entirely NEW controversy and make Jesse your secret water boy and teach him even 5% of what Doug taught you about respect and holding one's tongue. As a straight man, you could send a really important message about confidence, security, gentility and power. Or, you could create a hilarious fantasy for millions of gay male viewers and become the lifelong poster boy of hot straight dawg boy trainer. I can see it now, the new Bravo reality show "Brianz Boyz Club" where you take "gay fat" queens like Jesse and turn their whimpering, lisping, stammering, yammering, whining, excuse making, snooty, snotty, poorly effective personalities into REAL gay men who respect themselves enough NOT to act like suburban gossiping women or drag queens out of makeup. You'd blow the ratings through the roof amidst every other kind of "INTERVENTION" show that anybody throws together. "Brian's Boyz Club", ye gods I can just see the cast now. 9 flabby queens of differing ilk plus one mullet wearing butch lesbian who frequently offers to kick their asses, and sometimes DOES, with YOU as the zookeeper. YOU HAVE TO DO IT, its some kind of law of nature.

8: Hey does naming the new spinoff business "SKYLAB" mean the patrons are astronauts or rats? Mental picture of Jackie in "CATS" makeup atop her various roles as butch leather wearing motorcyle rider, black BMW X5 driver, driven butch gym owner and latest SKYRAT attempt to save the world from flab. Maybe some Velveeta colored wrist bands worn together with black leather, just for inspiration.

Anyhow, thanks for actually reading this rant.

To those of you who want to tell me to get over myself, you get over YOURSELF; beat you to it.

Go Brian, RUN, WIN the ball game, kid. You're the ONLY one with the stones.

Cheers

Brock

posted on April 4, 2007 at 4:27 PM

Joe wrote:

I'm new to the show and I'm pretty hooked on it.
Originally, I planned on posting a blog/question about asking you to help me put together a "Peeler Built" training & nutrition program.

After clicking through the site I've come across the sad information that your friend Doug has passed away.

On camera it appeared that you and Doug had a genuine friendship. I'm pretty sure it was the same way off camera as well.

It's not easy losing a friend. It's even worse when it's unexpected and worst of all when their taken from us well before their time.

You recently said that Doug has helped you be a better person. I'm sure that's true.

Keep your friend in your heart and he'll always be there for you.

I'm sorry if I've gone on a bit but I know what it's like to lose a close friend.

I'm truly sorry for the loss of your friend.

posted on April 4, 2007 at 10:29 PM

Lisa wrote:

My comments are for BRIAN and JACKIE. Why is everybody picking on him? Obviously Jackie hired him and he appears to be a very good trainer. Wasn't that what he was hired for? I watched last night's program and Jackie was really out of line when she indirectly (?) insulted Brian. I would have just walked out also and cooled off overnight in his case. BUT when he went in her office the next day to let her know he didn't appreciate her comments, and she said something about she was laughing--so now it's a joke? Ha Ha. Jackie do you drink alcohol or just no calorie beverages? IF you were drunk or on your way there YOU should have been the one to approach Brian as soon as he walked in the SkyLab Workout and apologized. Duh, Jackie when Brian came into your office you turned it around by saying you can get over these things easily and ok Brian? Maybe I missed something as I was on the computer. Chick, Brian can get another trainer job--don't you make that mistake. If I were Brian after your lame excuse about your " funny" comment's at his expense--I would have leaned over that table and told her not good enough and I want to talk about MY feelings, Boss or not. And Jackie you opened that up when you started climbing over Rebecca--gee, how long were you single? Now you're "dating" one of your employees? I think Rebecca has an agenda and you should know better than selecting one of your employees--man or woman--to get involved with beyond friendship. You come off as the supreme independent woman with a wonderful and successful business. Jackie, get off Brian's back and let him do his job . He's helped make your business successful and my God--employees do NOT date their boss. It gets complicated enough when the trainers date and break up. Strictly High School. Jackie, set a better example and is it unreasonable to be adults? I'll be watching....Lisa

posted on April 4, 2007 at 11:59 PM

Brian Peeler wrote:

I thought it was time that people saw that I am very emotional. I have a big heart once I let you get close. I had a very bad problem with anger when I was growing up. I have learn to control it now thank GOD! I want to thank you for all your wonderful comments and ideas. I am trying to become a better man everyday this is something Doug taught me. Someone asked to see my fiance you can go to my myspace page to see her and more photos of family and friends. http://www.myspace.com/brianapeeler
I just want to let everyone know you will need tissues for the rest of the season it is going to be very tuff to watch for me. Once again thanks for understanding me and comending me for be who I am I love you all!! :D

posted on April 5, 2007 at 12:50 AM

Jeramiah wrote:

Brian you're hot, so who cares what everybody else thinks?

p.s. wassup with some probono workout session?
p.s.s. I'm so serious

posted on April 5, 2007 at 12:52 AM

Joyce Reid-Lukens wrote:

I'm glad that you gave us viewers an explaination of how you have to take a cool down break to avoid having an excessive anger explosion when you get really angry. I think that there are a lot of people that should use your example rather than alienating more and more friends by flying into scary rages whenever they feel insulted or whatever. Regardless of how many people might have seen you walking away angry as a bad thing, I'm sure that many more learned that a lot of people have to do that to keep a situation from getting really nasty after you explained it. While it would seem that something like that would be clear and common sense, unfortunately as human beings we miss a lot of things that others think would be that clear. And maybe you can keep that in mind when people seem dense about getting things about you that you can't imagine they can't see or mistake. We all have our blind spots, and many of them are incredibly silly.
I'm sure the next few episodes are going to be difficult for you and all the cast since they will be covering the passing of Doug, and my thoughts will be going out to all of you. I'll have my tissues at hand, but I can't even imagine what it will be like for all of you to have to see it played out again. We fans will be sending you our thoughts and prayers, but I know that it can only do so much for your private feelings. But we do care.

posted on April 5, 2007 at 3:40 AM

sam tackett wrote:

Hey dude man i agree with the comments on here but the one i had a problem with was the one telling you to grow up. Hey dude i think you handle yourself ok i belive jesse is a little boy who has to the center of attention as well as rebecca.As for doug making you a better person man i totally agree doug was a phenomenol trainer friend and human being.He made me realize it was ok to be gay and not to woory bout what others think. I give you props for putting up with the drama within the group.
I work for a pro wrestling fed here in indiana and man i have lost some cool friends but i stop and think of the good memories we shared not the bad. So remeber dude take care remain strong and i hope you achive everything you desire.

posted on April 5, 2007 at 11:20 AM

Todd wrote:

This is to Brock. Your blog was absolutely the funniest thing I have read in a long time. not because it was bad or you needed to get off your soapbox. But the comments about Jesse where so right on I nearly fell off my chair!

todd

posted on April 5, 2007 at 12:39 PM

Tiffani wrote:

Brian - I just read about Doug's passing on the Meet the Trainers section. It seems that you treasured your friendship with him and valued his opinions. I wanted to pass my condolences.

posted on April 5, 2007 at 12:42 PM

mike mccauley wrote:

i watch some of the show once in a while and it seems that when i do the guy named brian does a lot of crying.he cant handle what jackie says to him.he is in the wrong buisness if his feelings get hurt that easy.id like to buy him for what i think he is worth and sell him for what he think he is worth,id never have to worry about money ever.his head is really big i tell ya.the show would be better if there was alot less crying.it is supposed to be a workout show not a brian type soap opera.when he is on the tv set i sometimes have to watch something else.grow up a little.mike

posted on April 5, 2007 at 4:14 PM

Jaxx wrote:

Peeler,

First off...let Jackie make a mess of her own life..she's headed that way with Rebecca. You on the other hand get a big pat on the back for being the better person for walking away and taking the time to cool off and then confront her at a later time. On a personal note, you make a chubby mom of 2 want to look sexy again. Take care and blessed be..I know you must miss Doug, he seemed like a very good friend to you.

posted on April 5, 2007 at 7:39 PM

Art wrote:

Brian, I grew up not too far from where you lived here in NC. I even built and ran a SUBWAY restaurant in Albemarle, NC about 20 minute3s away from your town.
I just wanted to say I enjoy watching the program and I think that you represent us Carolina boys pretty good. You're a better man than me for holding your tounge with Jackie. I can't believe her arogance sometime. She's very narcissistic and has some hypocritical issues with "Rebecca" and her own behavior.
So she has built an empire huh? NO ONE WOULD even be talking about her if it wasn't on TV. That and the fact that people enjoy watching YOU and the OTHER trainers interact.
Jackie has as over-inflated sense of self. Hope you hang in there and keep being the good hearted person that you are.

I'm so, so, sorry to hear about Doug passing. He was always one of my favorites on the show and seemed like a genuine good person. It was nice that he was your mentor/father figure. I wish that I could find someone as nice as he was to be my mentor'father figure as I didn't have one growing.

Thanks again for the entertainment.

posted on April 5, 2007 at 8:14 PM

Larry B wrote:

I just want to commend Brian for the person u are. I know your trying to be a better person and that is always commendable. I'm really not forward to watching the rest of the season because the outcome for me is really really hard.
-take care, Doug

posted on April 6, 2007 at 1:35 AM

Lindalou wrote:

Brian;

I second some of what Brock had to say but Brock doesnot do any of us a service by his unforgiveablility around Jesse issues.

I have spent some time in the backwaters of eastern and middle NC (Dismal Swamp) and I appreciate where you are coming from Brian. These west coasters could certainly learn from a "Rebel" like you. Your character on the show comes across as a highly principled man whose (dare I say it) sensitive. You are a reflection of healthy self confidence and you arent even a "yank."
There is a difference between righteous anger and destructive anger.
You, Brian demonstrated how one should deal with angry feelings. May other men and women learn by your example.

I imagine that you are a Scorpio and I imagine that the other trainers will need you to get thru the shock of the loss of Doug.
I imagine that Jackie will continue to learn from you and recognize her competitive nature as counterproductive towards building Skylab. What I dont understand is why west coast athletes need to drink ETOH
so much? Guess it is better than the hard stuff. But I certainly think Jackie's indiscretion is largely related to a loss of superego controls when she has been drinking. She appears in a blackout and doesnt think about what she is saying or doing then. You , Brian, served as a reminder for her and in the hard cold light of day, Jackie recognizes that sometimes she acts immature during those hard drinking parties.

ok, yes, your ego is a big one but your heart is bigger and perhaps Doug will be able to walk in and join your spirit. (isnt the walk in theory a West Coast phenomenon?)

Keep threatening to leave if you must, but you have an important role to play in skylab. Yes, you have "the hands of Michaelangelo" and a bit of wisdom too which is rather impressive for such a youth as you.
for all you muscle buffs out there...the issue isnt fat or thin but rather feeling good about yourself.
Bri, You are a solid guy and I would love to train with you....yet I prefer using dance, tai chi,
and laughter and fun to sustain fitness in this old but still lovely bod of mine. If you are ever touring up in the Hudson Valley, drop me a line. perhaps I can show you a few things.....

did you ever get out to the Outer Banks? Magical place...powerful....

Love, Lindalou

PS - i do hope you keep the five o'clock shadow...sexxxyyy...!!!

posted on April 6, 2007 at 1:47 AM

Julie wrote:

Brian-
PR tips- You melted many womens' butter when you protected the gals at the bar ,when Mimi threw the water glass, by picking her up and escorting her away from the scene. Bravo-you knight in shining armor you. Use it man!
Continue to show who you really are--sensitive, tough,funny,confident, smart, and unwilling to back down from Jackie's ego. Pretty obvious y'all are clashing a bit because she feels intimidated by your talent, looks, confidence, and complex personality. She's got them too. Face it, you're both alpha dogs and you both deserve to be. And, you both need another alpha dog to keep you on your toes. Use this too!

posted on April 6, 2007 at 6:06 AM

lenny wrote:

peeler, you are a super baby. a truly confident real man would
not have been humiliated, but laughed it off, sure in his mind of
his own worth. a good comeback would have been "why don't
you REALLY let me ride those abs!"

posted on April 6, 2007 at 8:26 AM

Sarah wrote:

I don't think what Jackie said was bad at all, she was simply joking, and you couldn't handle it. If you're going to bicker over the small stuff then leave the show!

posted on April 6, 2007 at 2:25 PM

Brian Peeler wrote:

I am a Virgo to settle that. To let the people know who are ridding my ass about what jackie said at the party. What you need to know as an audiance is that you dont get to see everything that happens. So there is alot more to the story than some name calling. So before you are quick to judge someone, and you think you know what you are talking about. You need all the facts! I understand that some of you think I am a big baby well then don't watch me that is up to you. I try to handle everything the best that I know how and sometime you know people have there flaws. I understand that you guys that put me down are perfect. But for the rest of us out here we make mistake and I am a person who will own up to it instead of tucking his tail and running. So to Sarah, Lenny, and to everyone else who wrote bad things about me. Like I said If you don't like me you can go to Hell! To all my friends who stand beside me you are people with a true education in understanding people and I thank you for understanding me. I love all of you even the mean people. Maybe one day they will learn to see the true person inside instead of only reading the cover!

posted on April 7, 2007 at 1:02 AM

bluiznsmilez wrote:

Brian, Keep on being you. You have a moral compass that calls bullshit when you see it. I've not disagreed with you yet--and I've been watching for a while. The problem is there are some fakers on the team who don't want you to be honest. That-- and well, maybe packaging how you tell them what you think with a little more sugar and a lot less spice?

Keep on keeping on!

posted on April 7, 2007 at 8:03 PM

mary d wrote:

your my favorite .. just keep doing your thing !!! love from ohio

posted on April 8, 2007 at 1:39 AM

Steve LeBLanc wrote:

Brian,
At first I had a lot of respect for Jackie in season one. But after seeing her give you a second chance after letting you sweat a little, I have a lot more respect for you. Don't let her little comments get the best of you. YOU ROCK DUDE!!!! Jackie loves to play power games. As far as MiMi, I don't know what ever attracted Jackie to that. And Rebecca will be Jackie's demise. There are cat fights on the horizon at SKY SPA !!! I really think Jackie looks up to you and can't admit it. I see you with your own show man. Bye the way, the stubble is hot!!!

Cheers,
Steve

posted on April 8, 2007 at 3:25 PM

R. Christian Anderson wrote:

Hey Peeler..... you're an incredible man. You are talented, determined and clearly a good friend. It's really clear you want to be appreciated and recognized... and let me say as a viewer and avid fan of the series, you are. Sure some may think you are overly sensitive. As a gay man, that is a great frustration I have had over the years... as if somehow that is a bad trait in a man. Trust me, it is one of your strengths and given your sensitive nature, I can't think of any other way you could have handled the situation at Jackies party any better than you did. You like attention for your hard work and talent and what separates you from most others, you openly seek that recogntion. For many of the top business people it's called "self promotion"... in the gym with your peers, it may look like bragging to them. As the gym owner, Jackie is just taking you down "a notch". Sure she was kidding.. but unfortunately, the "joke" was on you and that is what she hasn't really looked at. Of course your feelings were hurt... but just keep in mind that Jackie really does admire your work and values you highly. You were a real gentleman for saying something to her. You did nothing wrong. Just keep in mind that you don't need others to validate your worth. That may come from those you train and those who look at you as someone who demonstrates what you do best... that you change lives!

Christian

posted on April 8, 2007 at 4:39 PM

michael wrote:

I'm with ya Brian. The boss involved in a relationship with an employee is something that is not cool in my book either. Hopefully, interesting things will happen and people will grow up from this.

posted on April 8, 2007 at 8:38 PM

Jaxx wrote:

just wanted to know what you recommend to start getting back into shape. Also once straining your back...any exercises to strengthen it so it doesn't happen again??? I am a nurse and back injuries are common but I don't want that to stop my career.

posted on April 9, 2007 at 3:28 PM

Ben wrote:

Brian, keep on being a (bad ass) Because you are the show. Thanks for kicking ass.

posted on April 9, 2007 at 4:46 PM

Kacey wrote:

I completely agree that Jackie and Rebecca are over stepping some boundaries by pursuing a relationship. Having seen relationships in the work place go horribly awry, I think it is just good sense to avoid them. It also tears down the boundary between the employer and the employee, which destroys any authority the employer might have in the situation...

I thought that the comments Jackie made at her party were tactless and rude, and you handled yourself very well when you walked away from the situation. Way to control your anger!

I really enjoy your role in the show, and you seem like a great trainer! Good luck!

posted on April 9, 2007 at 10:19 PM

becky wrote:

Brian, I love how you hold your own with Jackie...I love how you stay true to yourself and your beliefs. No, You arent an ass, unless there is a need to be. You seem like a great trainer and person. There needs to be more men like you!

posted on April 10, 2007 at 2:29 AM

GregAtlanta wrote:

Brian,

I think if you've worked with someone long enough you should be able to get a feel for their sense of humor. I've heard some pretty racey stuff coming out of ALL the mouths on the show toward one another. The scene at the party where you get so out of control angry over Jackie's comment about you in jest, made you appear like a stereotype "southern redneck" type of person who can't control themselves. You're not in a trailer park - you're in the real world in L.A. (as real as that can be), so just laugh at people and move on to the next party. Storming around over something so small just makes you look immature and overly sensitive.

posted on April 11, 2007 at 3:00 PM

Tango wrote:

It's not what people do to you, that makes you honorable, strong, wise, mature, or any other fine quality. It's how you react.

If you can't control your reactions, you may be strong in body, weak in mind and spirit. NOT you personally, but all of us.

The way you react demonstrates your strengths and weaknesses. It's kind of like Jesse is chubby on the outside, and you are chubby on the inside (you personally that time).

If Jackie were the worst boss ever, played fav's with any lesbian trainer, etc, etc it shouldn't matter. If you are as good as YOU say you are, you were looking for a job when you went there, you can find another. STAYing and whining is an admission of weakness.

I believe you have many qualities, but like the rest of us in the human species, you have some rough spots too.

Regards,
Tango

posted on April 11, 2007 at 5:56 PM

Jennifer wrote:

I think your right, there is two sides to everyone, there is a good side and there is a bad side some, have more bad sides than others. no one is perfect, i think there can be room for improvment, but just cause no one is perfect doesn't mean they have to treat another like an ass.. I think everyone in the work out crew love you and likes having your around, i just don't think your use to being teased very much, especailly when it's in fornt of people you don't know. I would say to you is to not take is so persoanlly... Your a good traniner and you know it, so keep up the good work and have fun with it.

posted on April 12, 2007 at 7:20 PM

jennifer wrote:

I agree that there is two sides to everyone. Some people have more bad sides than others. all i can say is not to take what people say so personally. your a good trainner and you know it. and everyone in the crew love having you as a part of thier team.

posted on April 12, 2007 at 7:22 PM

R wrote:

you rock!
i respect you a lot~

posted on April 12, 2007 at 11:01 PM

Jeremy wrote:

Brian:

I don't know whether or not it's a Virgo thing, but I'm one, too, and understand how you feel about the ethics of a romantic/sexual relationship in the workplace. I've been a studio musician for years and can tell you that the phenomenon of *transference* is as common as producers and upper level musicians allow it to be. Many times when I've produced or coached a female artist, my paternal/therapeutic relationship could have morphed into a something sexual, but I've never let that happen no matter how attracted I was. I've only ever dated artists once I knew we *wouldn't* be working together.
I've always been disgusted by producers and engineer/would-be producers who used their position to seduce singers desperate for work and young artists who don't yet know their boundaries. I saw how you worked out with your famous model client -- you were almost brisk because you wanted to nix the possibility of temptation at the root. That's how I sometimes am with attractive clients: their studio time isn't about feelings of random attraction. I've also been a teacher: The same rules apply to students no matter their ages.

That's why Jesse is hypocritical for worrying about Jackie at Rebecca's expense: Because the major mistake is Jackie's, and because Rebecca is at a disadvantage experientially but, far more importantly, in terms of power. Bosses don't have affairs with subordinates. It just isn't done (even though selfish bosses do it).

I cut Jackie major slack for needing companionship after being hurt and burned by her previous awful girlfriend. That's why her relationship with Rebecca doesn't disgust me: because only unkindness and jaded opportunism disgusts me. Under any other circumstances, her relationship with Rebecca would be healthy and welcome. However, Jackie should set a better example and shouldn't attribute the problem to male jealousy, when her staff reacts. "Male jealousy" as a gender card is ridiculous, since a lesbian is as capable of feeling it as a straight male. Blaming stereotypes suggests there's something she doesn't want to face, which is perhaps that being successful, attractive and charismatic isn't an excuse for using people or discarding them when they fail to amuse. I can empathize with the hurt and rejection Jackie went through with her own mother, but perhaps juggling two girlfriends she met at work is a mirror of her own issues. Andre voiced indefensible concerns, but his mack anxiety wasn't the real source of the problem. He is as oblivious about what he feels as Jackie. His anxiety would never have come up if Jackie had been hooking up with two attractive women who hadn't been part of Skylab. And her previous relationship was with a woman who was ten years younger -- again, suggesting a need for unfair advantage, as if Jackie lacked confidence in that way, and felt she needed to withhold equality from her partner as her mother withheld sexual equality.

I agree with your opinion of Jesse but not with your reasons for feeling that way. Saying nasty things about Jesse because he is gay or "fat" is unnecessary: Some of your clients really are fat, but you don't feel compelled to insult them. I suspect the reason you dislike Jesse is because he can be pointlessly mean and insulting and because he chooses to emphasize the social hierarchy whenever it serves him, which offends your sense of ethical conduct. If you stick to those points, you'll remain the better man. And we know you don't dislike gay people because of your friendship with Doug and your professional respect for Jackie.

I've known a few generous people like Doug; some were gay men; some, gay women. I myself am a straight man who makes a living in an industry filled with brilliant and gifted gay people. Best to think of them as astonishing human beings. It doesn't matter whether Doug was butch and Jesse wasn't. Gayness is never the issue. Conduct is.

I don't believe in astrology in theory, but, in practice, I foten wonder. I wonder if it's a Virgo thing that you and I have written endlessly to the people in our lives who are gone. For me, it is a question of testifying to time that these people mattered, of voicing sadness at their passing, and of giving them full credit for their influence. Perhaps you feel compelled by a similar sense of honor.

posted on April 23, 2007 at 5:14 PM

Jen wrote:

Dear Brian, you are so misunderstood, your so caring and excepting. Many men would not have a gay man as their best friend but you do . This is so amazing to me you are awsome. Not only that you motivate people but you listen to them as well. I wish that I could work out with you but thats why I watch workout so much. I love what you do for people and how good you make them feel. Keep on doing what your doing and never change who you are. love ya and God Bless you xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

posted on April 26, 2007 at 4:59 PM