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It's About Working Life Out

May 10, 2007

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The ocean has always represented serenity and true peace for me and I knew that it would be the perfect place to reflect and remember Doug. This episode was shot some time after his death and the quietness we all felt was very evident in our faces and demeanor. I wanted to be very true to how I felt and mourn Doug in my way, which is not gratuitous, or for the cameras.

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Amaris Salinas wrote:

Hi Jackie,

Our producers would love to have you on our CBS morning show Great Day Houston to talk about your work out fashions, our host Whitney Casey works out a lot, and I told her about your show and your fashion line, she would love to book you.

Who do I need to contact to make this happen ?

Amaris Salinas
Great Day Houston

Nita wrote:

Jackie--

You ROCK girl!! I sincerely hope there is a 3rd season as it has given me, and loads of others, the motiviation to "work out" the issues in our lives. You are an inspiration and so are the staff and clients you have. Have a great off-season.

Nita
Wichita, KS

Jennifer wrote:

I absolutely love this show and the intensity of the people featured. I really was so impressed with you, Jackie - a woman not afraid to be herself, and to grow and love no matter what. I had to make a ourney from a small town to a bigger world too, and reinvention is hard! And you just keep looking for new ways to grow and expand yourself. I really was so sad about Doug - only know him from the show but was so struck by his personality. He was a truly special person. Your commitment to developing a program for weight challenged people is really great too. So many gyms and fitness centers are dedicated only to those who are already successful in their goals to be fit - but there is a mass of other people in the world who need a little help and encouragement. It is amazing what a little encouragement and hope will do, not just for the abs but for the soul. Love you and your team and the workout info. I am anxious for season - and hope you may develop an east coast Skylab sometime soon.

Diandra wrote:

Jackie:

I sincerely hope that there will be a third season of your show and that you will update your blog from time to time to let us know how you are doing.

I also look foward to seeing your clothing line in some stores down South.

I believe that your shows this season were truly about working out life; it was plain to see that you have allowed more of your personal side and emotions to surface.

I have a great d eal of admiration for your drive and ability to forge ahead both in your business and personal life.
Have a great summer

Diandra

LaToya wrote:

I miss doug and I didn't even know him I guess thats how much of a good person he was... Be strong Jackie cause in this world we will have to lay to rest people who have been on this earth langer then us. That is our duty to them.

Lisa wrote:

Wonderful show and a great season. Good luck and God Bless to you all. Hoping to see you again next year...

GOOD GOD -- I will always love this show.

Take care,
L.


kayla morris wrote:

Jackie Warner -- She is such an inspiration. Growing up in a very Christian community as a gay woman has been exceptionally hard for me, and watching Jackie as she makes it work through love and life the same way that I am sometimes brings out the best for me. I am inspired by her to do the right thing, to overcome my challenges and to face the world as it comes to me every day. I am determined to be successful in my career and in my life. Thanks Jackie. You truly are an amazing person, and your show has brought hope, as well as health into my life. I hope someday I will be training clients right along side you. =]
Kayla Morris 18, Michigan

Sandy Allen wrote:

Jackie, I truly enjoy watching this show and learning all I can about being a better person inside and out. You have done an amazing job. I laugh with you and cry with you. Thank you for being an inspiration to all Women (and men). As a quick question, you wore a beautiful necklace on the season finale and I would love to know where it came from. Again, Thanks for a great season.

Lynn wrote:

Jackie, you are so right about the shows theme. I admire all of you - thanks for the experience. I look forward to season 3.

Angelina wrote:

Jackie-

I am so glad to see that you are healing in so many ways. It's great to see you pressing forward and dealing with so many issues. I am certain the road ahead will be so exciting, empowering and uplifting to you and all those around you. Love the scenes with you and Rebecca. Hope that even if you don't see things working out that you can remain true friends. I think we could all benefit in our lives if we would break down all the stereotypes and embrace the connections we have with the people we truly love and care about.

You truly have a gift to inspire, encourage and uplift people to take care of themselves so that they can be better people. I know you have done so for me and I don't even know you (but hope to someday meet you). My wish for you is that you continue to rediscover yourself, your talents, your gifts and that your joy will always be more than your sorrows. Thanks for being an inspiration to all of us and thanks for being real! I am hoping for a Season Three!

Much love,

Angelina

Kristi in IL wrote:

Thanks for sharing your work and life with us, and I hope we get to see all of you for a third season! You're a beautiful woman, inside and out. :)

As for Tess....ohmygosh she looks FANTASTIC!! I'm so happy for her and I hope she realizes what a gorgeous woman she is.

JIM wrote:

Jackie,
your dad was a hero, all marines are.

Damian wrote:

Jackie,
Thanks again for another great season of your show. I have inspired me in so many ways. I hope you guys come back for another season. good luck on your clothing line! Keep pushin.
Damian

richard wrote:

I want to thank you for another great season. My wife who was not a fan of the show, now hopes there will be another season. Iam sorry for your loss of doug, but also of what you gain by going home. The biggest thing Ive learned from your show is to respect the gay community. I was gald to see that you had put brian in charge while he is cocky at times and a pain in the rear, he is what I would like in a trainer. He is a grat motivater and brings a lot of energy to a workout. Thank you agian for a great season, I hope there is more to come.

Jackie Brown wrote:

Jackie, I have just recently started watching your show and have become a huge fan. I wish you had a Skylab in Dallas. I am impressed with how "real" you are. I have been one of those yo-yo dieters like your clients on the show and strggled with it all of my adult life. I don't really care that much if I get skinny; I just want to be healthy. I haven't had a chance to watch the season finale yet, but have taped it to watch over the weekend. When will the new season begin? I can't believe I found the show at the end of the season, but look forward to watching the reruns.

Tam wrote:

Jackie,
I think the show handled Doug's death with respect and dignity. His caring and loving spirit came right through the TV. You can tell a lot about a person by the way his/her eyes react when looking at you. Doug's caring showed in his eyes. I didn't watch the first season of your show. I don't watch a lot of TV but for some reason this season the show connected with me. There were fun times but also life moments. There is something about seeing other people live part of their lives on TV that hit you and say "hey this you or this something you need to deal with". It doesn't matter that we are all living very different lives. The one thing I learned from your show is "we are all more alike than we are different".
Thanks taking us on your life journey and may it continue to filled with growth, love, and positive energy!

Melissa wrote:

This episode and the one before it brought me to tears for the loss of Doug. I think that anyone who saw the show even a couple of times got the sense that Doug was such a positive person and kindhearted soul. It was hard to watch it even though we as viewers never truly knew him.

Just also want to say that the whole group of trainers are inspirational to me. I am starting to become a more motivated person and I honestly think watching the show has something to do with that. I look forward to each new episode!

Tania wrote:

Jackie,
I am so sorry for your loss. Doug was without a doubt my favorite. He was genuine, kind and had such a magnetic attraction to him. He was real. Not too many people possess that unqie capability. Watching the season finale was really rough. I was crying for the 1st 15 minutes. It just tore me up to watch all of you be in so much pain. I didn't even know Doug but I didn't have to. He was the type of person that you just wanted to be with at all times. Just try and think of it this way........ he must be needed somewhere else. Thats what I think about my brother who passed away 2 years ago.
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the show Jackie. I think you are brillant.( and smokin hot) I only wish that I had my stuff together half as much as you. I'm 35 and still don't know what I want to do when I grow up.
Lovin you Jackie,
Tania

LINDA ANN L. wrote:

JACKIE:
I JUST PLAIN OLE LOVE YA!! EVEN THOUGH I DON'T KNOW YOU PERSONALLY, I FEEL CONNECTED TO YOU. MAYBE IT'S A LESBIAN THING ( YOU KNOW THE SONG: IAM WHAT IAM AND WHAT IAM NEEDS NO EXCUSES!!). I WATCH YOUR SHOW EVERY DAY. I AM GLUED TO THE TV WHEN YOUR SHOW IS ON. MY LOVER AND FRIENDS JUST LAUGH AT ME BUT THEY ALSO KNOW NOT TO DISTURB ME DURING YOUR SHOW. PLEASE,PLEASE,PLEASE TELL ME THERE IS GOING TO BE A SEASON 3. AND IF THERE IS, I HOPE YOU AND REBECCA OR TIFFANY OR ? WILL BE FEATURED ON THE MAJORITY OF THE EPISODES( I WOULD PERFER THE WHOLE EPISODE JUST FEATURE YOU!! NOT THAT THERE IS ANY THING WRONG WITH THE OTHER TRAINERS BUT YOU MAKE THE SHOW) . I LOVE WORKING OUT; ESPECIALLY LIFTING WEIGHTS BECAUSE I LIKE FEELING STRONG. CAN'T WAIT TO COME OUT TO CALIFORNIA NEXT JUNE & SIGN UP FOR A WORKOUT SESSION WITH YOU; HOPEFULLY BY THEN I'LL BE IN TIP TOP SHAPE( I DON'T HAVE TOO FAR TO GO BUT A YEAR WILL GIVE ME PLENTY OF TIME SO YOU DON'T BUST MY ASS TO MUCH ! LYL LINDA FROM DELAWARE

Bruce wrote:

Jackie, Thanks for sharing your world with us for another season. I sincerely hope that BRAVO and you decide to go at another season for those of us addicted to your great show.
Interesting, no comments about Rebecca or Tiffany in what is probably your last blog this season. Guess I have to see if the reunion show covers that aspect of your life. Regardless, I admire you and your tenacity. Success will always be a part of your life because you refuse to accept any other alternative. May you always be happy with that success.
Best of luck to you and all your crew!
Bruce

Kathy Hunt wrote:

Hi, Jackie.
I'm very overweight and I watch your show every chance I get. I would like to know if you could tell me some excersizes that I can do at home. I'm too ashamed to go and walk around the block from where I live or to join a gym. My family has alot of heart disease and diabetes among other things that can be genetic and I don't want to have a heart attack or stroke. I just wanted to say I'm very sorry about Doug I really liked him alot on the show, he was a great man.Hope to hear from you soon!
Thanks from Ky.
Kathy Hunt

DebbieD wrote:

Jackie,

This was the best yet! I'm sad that this was the last show, please let us know if you are thinking about a 3rd season. I don't know if you can handle another few months with a camera following you around, you've been a trooper I must say. I, for one, will miss the drama and love life, but most of all will miss watching and getting pointers on working out. You have some great ideas and I've utilized just about all of them! Good luck in life and love! Peace out!

DebbieD

DLD wrote:

Hey Jackie-Just wanted to say congrats to you, your wonderful staff & all of your great clients (especially the SKylabbers!!) for another wonderful season!! Many ups & downs, but I truly admire all of you for allowing all of us "peeping toms" into your lives. I'm sure it was especially difficult to be so exposed during the time of Doug's illness & passing & I think you all handled it remarkably well! Special kudos to some of your trainers..Brian & Rebecca have "grown" so much..I have all of the episodes on tivo (I know, I need to get a life lol) & it's very fun to watch some of their scenes from last year & see how wonderfully they have changed..Jesse on the other hand! I'm hoping the preview for next week's reunion show was edited to get our curiosity up and that his snarky comments about Rebecca are taken out of context. I find it sad that he claims to have learned so much from knowing Doug & yet he continues to try and embarass/humiliate/berate Rebecca. If he doesn't like her, I can live w/that, just stay away from her. But to continue his rude, unwarranted behavior when the cameras are rolling, is just unacceptable (in my humble opinion lol). I will quit yakking now, but just wanted to say thanks again for some wonderful TV viewing & I sincerely hope all is going well for everyone (especailly for you & Rebecca ;-) ) and that you & the gang will be back for SEASON 3!!!

Angel Cooper wrote:

Hey Jackie I just wanted to know if there will be a work out 3 because I love this show and you and the Skylab trainers have changed my life. I hope your relationships work out and if not i'm available. lol

MISSY wrote:

Hey Jackie, The season finale was definately sad. We all have our own ways on how to deal with death. It took me 6 years to finally get the tattoo for my mother, after my sisters begged me. She is and always be in my thoughts, as with my father. But CONGRATS on the new clothing line and can't wait for next season. Stay fit.

MISSY wrote:

Hey Jackie, The season finale was definately sad. We all have our own ways on how to deal with death. It took me 6 years to finally get the tattoo for my mother, after my sisters begged me. She is and always be in my thoughts, as with my father. But CONGRATS on the new clothing line and can't wait for next season. Stay fit.

Carrie wrote:

Jackie.............I think you are awesome. You give so much to others and that is a super nice quality!!! I am a recent cancer survivor and after finishing chemo and steriods........have put on over 50 lbs. My doctor recommends a low carb diet with light exercise. It doesn't seem to be working and so...............I was wondering if you had a plan for diet that I could try. I live in the New Orleans area and went through that nasty Katrina...lost it all...BUT...am back on track...and want get my body back too! HELP!!!
Oh............I love your art work in your office...who did it?
Carrie Daz

Tamara Salazar wrote:

This episode made me cry. I miss seeing Doug and his charming ways on the show. He will definately be missed. As for healing your relationship with your mom, that is awesome. I hope to do the same, but only with my father. Someday. And for your client! She did awesome. I hope to do that awesome too. Can't wait to see you next week!

Megan Covey wrote:

Like I said in another blog, I believe that the way you have mourned your losses have been super healthy. You constantly astound me at your true ability to be in touch with what you are feeling and how to deal with it.
-Megan

JESSICA.S wrote:

hey jackie ,

im sooo sorry about doug. I hope that you do a third season.

luv you xoxo lyl

Nani wrote:

Are Jackie and Rebecca still dating?... I'am a fan of Jackie.

Jenn wrote:

Hey Jackie,

What is that berry shake recipe you made on the show? I believe it contained flax seed and protein powder?

Your body rocks, keep up the great work!

IR wrote:

Well, sure have come a long way since Lazarus, huh!? ;) I'm so proud of you and what you have accomplished! Look me up if you're ever in nyc.
xo
IR

Shannon wrote:

I love your show!! Will there be a 3rd season??

Dana wrote:

Hey Jackie,

I just wanted to say what a great season the show was. I always looked forward to Tuesday nights. I sure do hope that
you guys come back on next season. If you don't...Thank you very much for sharing a part of your life and the trianers life with us. I wish you nothing but the best with your love life. I can see how happy you and Rebbeca are when the two of you are together. Take Care and the best of luck to you!!

P.S. I LOVE YOUR HAIR!!!!

Melissa wrote:

I love the show, last season and this season as well. You truly are an inspiration. Your drive is unrelenting, both in your professional and personal dealings. I hope one day I get to make the trip to your gym, but by the time I get there, I am sure you will have gone on to bigger and better things. Thanks for your insights and your courage. Way to be, keep on keeping on.

Melissa wrote:

I love the show every time i watch it gets me motivated to work out. The only problem that I have is I hate doig cardio. I wanted to know is it at all possible for me to get my self into shape and loose weight doing Tyboe work out vidoes in my home. I have been doing them that last 5 days and i feel great.

Rebecca wrote:

TO ALL OF THE TRAINERS you shoud all be so proud of your selves your sky lab clients looked awesome i couldnt even beleive the change ...myself being an obese person was so angry with Kiki she was given an amazing oportunity and shruged it off ..i have battled with my weight my whole life up and down like a roller coaster and would give anything to have had an opportunity like that ...im sure that Doug is with you in the Gym everyday he was such a good person and it really seems out of place to not see him anymore..i feel like i know all of you...how strange that a tv show could bring me closer to people i dont know...GOD BLESS!

Kara wrote:

Jackie absolutly luv the show!!! I didn't think I could be anymore hooked then I was after the first season but you did it. You are an awesome, amazing, beautiful and strong woman. Do your thing girl like you always do!!! Best of luck in everything. Can't wait till next season. And if you ever want to switch it up and train boxers get ahold of me...lol...

celia wrote:

Jackie,

You are truly an amazing person that I wish lived closer to me so that you could be my trainer. I am truly sorry about the loss of Doug as he seemed a true person and a great man. You are really opening doors for the Lesbians of the world that if we set our mind to something we can accomplish anything. Don't give up of finding that special person. I found mine just a year ago and I am knocking of 50's door. haha! I now know what true love is and means. Take care look forward to the next season.

rita wrote:

hi
i hope you guys come back for a next season. i really enjoy the show.

ps: have you ever been to machu picchu.

karen wrote:

a friend turned my partner and i on to your show last season. we don't watch much reality TV, but watch with great interest as to what's going to happen next. brian is a fellow north carolinian, so it's interesting to watch him and hear a familiar accent! :-) i only wish that you weren't such a "player" with the ladies. as far as i can tell, they haven't done anything to deserve that kind of treatment. although i don't agree with the way you conduct your personal relationships, i'll probably keep watching.

Marty wrote:

Jackie, please open a sky sport in your home state...in Columbus preferably !! We need trainers like you here!

I love you guys and thank god i have all the shows recorded on my DVR...I still get to watch your tree monkey climb all over you. I love Rebecca and you guys look cute together.

Love ya!

Marty
Columbus OHIO

CJ wrote:

I cried from the start to the end......that's all I can say.....

Sharon wrote:

Hi Jackie,
I love love love this show! I do hope there is a third season. You, as well as your trainers are truly awesome and human. I really get encourage in my fight to get my weight off and to be healthier. I thought the last show regarding honoring Doug's memory was very touching, poignant and very tasteful. After watching both seasons there was a "wel-roundedness" to Doug and I am sure the way you decided to honor and remember him would have met with his approval.
As I said I do hope there is a third season. with respect, Sharon

Jenny wrote:

How did Doug loose his family?

Lori wrote:

Hi Jackie,

I can't tell you what an inspiration you have been to me! I came across your show a few months ago when your new season started. I had just found out I was pregnant with my second child in November and had not lost all the baby weight from my first who is now 2. All I coud think about was how much more weight I would gain being pregnant again. I started watching your show and using my treadmill everday. i am happy to say that I am over 7 months pregnant and have only gained 6 pounds!! (the baby is prefectly healthy) I also had gestational diabetes the first time and I have kept the sugars under control and have not had to be on any insulin so far. Jackie you are such a genuine person and I wish you all the happiness in the world! Good luck with your clothing line (I love it!) and all of your endevours! I hope to see more of you and your trainers in the future. Your show will truly be missed!

Lori

Sue wrote:

What an amazing season. The tremendous growth that you have experienced throughout this season is a sign of hope for all. As a lesbian and a christian life can be a challenge when I try to be true to who I am. Jackie you have become so true to yourself over just what has been shown this season that it is obvious even in the tough times you are becoming and feeling whole and happy. Thanks for sharing the good times on your show as well as those growing edges.

Sarah wrote:

Being in the Funeral Business...I know about mourning, and everyone is different. You and your staff, Doug's clients, friends, and Cheo...will all deal differently. Best of Luck on the next season, your businesses, and your relationships. I love the show and am influenced in some way each time I watch it. Thanks for the entertainment. Got to go workout! Jackie...thanks for being a role model for women!

kim wrote:

you make me smile! please say there will be more! until then, be well.

alexisp wrote:

im very sorry for your loss.

Tess wrote:

I am so sad the show is over....I know it must be hard to deal with the cameras all the time in order to film, but we need MORE!!! LOL....serioulsy, Season Two was awesome! Thank you so much for giving us a taste of yours and your trainers lives. Can't wait til Season Three! Love from Missouri!

Robert Tapp wrote:

I have watched workout since it started. I have found it hard to watch once I found out Dougs passing. I have lost so many friends to AIDS and all the things that go along with it... One thing that I do know, Doug is in a better place than we are... He is a peace, he touched so many people and they will always remember him. God bless you all and remember we are all thinking about you!!!

Julie wrote:

Jackie I am 17 and i live in a small New Hampshire town. Well 4,000 some odd. I am one of two out teens in my town and i have been jumped and beaten severely twice. My friend Jared and i go through routine torture in our school. The teachers except for one or two of them say that the kids are just joking with us, but we know different and were not helping. Do you have any advice for me or do you know any speakers that could come to our school and talk to the students. Please E-mail me @ Pdfdandrescue@yahoo.com Thank you for being such an inspiration!

Erin wrote:

This season and this episode has open my eyes big time. Life is too short to hold regrets or anything. I would like to come and workout with you and your trainers. I have been overweight for at least 1/2 of my life. Everytime I try to lose some, I do for a bit and then put it back on. I hope my wish does come true. Doug, will be forever missed. When he was talking to his client, saying he wants to be your best friend, I felt like her and started to cry. I wish I had the chance to meet Doug, maybe one day I will in heaven. You and your staff are a huge inspiration to me. I hope one day my family will accept me that im a lesbian, until then, we don't talk about it. If I get a response from you, I know that someone cares and listens to me.
Thank you and god bless

Erin *Fluff*

Erin wrote:

This season and this episode has open my eyes big time. Life is too short to hold regrets or anything. I would like to come and workout with you and your trainers. I have been overweight for at least 1/2 of my life. Everytime I try to lose some, I do for a bit and then put it back on. I hope my wish does come true. Doug, will be forever missed. When he was talking to his client, saying he wants to be your best friend, I felt like her and started to cry. I wish I had the chance to meet Doug, maybe one day I will in heaven. You and your staff are a huge inspiration to me. I hope one day my family will accept me that im a lesbian, until then, we don't talk about it. If I get a response from you, I know that someone cares and listens to me.
Thank you and god bless

Erin *Fluff*

Cristina wrote:

Jackie, I absolutely love your show. I got hookedon it very quickly, and with my schedule I watch TV so late I don't watch what the masses do. Do being able to find your show and a handful of others when I need to unwind is abosolutely great.
I very quickly became so attached to all of you. I was excited when good things came for you all, I route all your clients in the skylab project on (I was SOOOOO excited for Laurie), your clothing line..... wow, what a rollercoaster ride.... Doug.... I related to your Mom stuff.
I swear my heart about skipped a beat with the near clothing line unveiling disasters. I wanted to deck Steve for you!!! I REALLY did. Wow. You did it though congrats!!!
The whole Doug deal. Somewhere I missed what happened to him , I may have missed a week or so, but I was in tears with all of you nonetheless. On the couch sobbing as some hour I'm spose to be windin down and gettin ready to hit the hay. Oh good grief.... I am so sorry... You all have been phenominal to him and his memory. So kudos to you all.
I look forward to Season 2!! So bring it on!

jacque wrote:

I balled my eyes out.

Mellly J wrote:

Jackie - wow- these last few episodes have been so emotionally packed! My tissue box is empty, now... Thank U for bringing the show along on your personal journeys, it really brought up so much for me. Speaking at your high school was such a great gesture - kids just don't have enuf positive role models. I love your drive and determination and you inspire me more than I can say. Keep on pushing - U rock!

debra wrote:

Jackie,

I just wanted you to know how much your show this season has really helped me make changes in my own life. I'm very sorry for the loss of Doug, but his life lives on in each and every person that he loves. Yes loves, because love continues, it never dies. I've learned that taking care of myself should always be a priority, reguardless of how busy I am or lazy I get. I've also, learnd to try to heal the pain of past hurts or broken relationships. I could go on and on about how you have touched my life, but i'm going to stop now. On lighter note, I wanted to thank you for creating such a great clothing line for women. I love workout clothes, and like to wear them outside of the gym too, especially the yoga type pants and bra tops. So keep the great hot styles coming! Take care of you and your loved ones, and don't keep us waiting too long for Season #3. We'll miss you until then.
love ya,
debra

shannon M wrote:

Love yoour show Hope there will be a season 3. I started working out becasue of your show.

Hope wrote:

After losing every thing I owned to Hurricane Katrina and gaining about 30 lbs in addition to what I was already overweight by, I decided to do something. It didn't happen right away. I struggled for awhile until I just called a gym and got involved. I have been working with a personal trainer and eating less calories for about 7 months now. I lost 52 lbs and my body fat percentage went from 39% to 26%. It may be even lower now. What you are doing for these people is great. I watched your show from the beginning and have seen the results. If the clients you had followed through with the program, they saw results. It took me several months to get into shape. I was determined. I went to the gym 6 days a week. Now I feel great. I'm still going to the gym and watching what I eat. I just wanted to share my story with you.

Penni wrote:

Jackie:

I love your show! You are such an inspiration to me. I just watched the final episide and cried my eyes out. I know I didn't know Doug but I could tell he was a caring person and will be missed by all of you. Take care and if you ever want to take on a special case (I have had gastric bypass surgery twice and I'm still obese). Maybe if I came out to LA & saw all of those skinny chicks, I would get it. I look forward to seeing the next season and maybe one day I can wear your cool designs...

Lisa S Patti wrote:

The show shows us how to respect all types of people. Thank you for letting us experience a Great show. And I thought the L word was good.

Lisa P.

Keith B. wrote:

Hi Jackie,
I just wanted to write and say how much I have enjoyed the shows first 2 seasons and I think you are a very dynamic, smart and forward thinking woman. I also have come to use the show as another motivating factor in my own life as well as my own fitness. I am in law enforcement and keeping fit is an important aspect of my safety (I work in Baltimore City, MD) kinda rough out here. If you would pass on to the other trainers that I think they too are a great group of people who each bring their own personality traits to the group as a whole. Lastly, I send my deepest sympathy to all with regards to Doug's passing, he came accross as a sincerely caring, and good person and he will never be truly gone because memories never go away, all you have to do is remember and there he is. Have a great day!

Baron Clover wrote:

Jackie,
I just want to say I can fill your lose of Doug! I lose my Sister and Dad with in a year time. I love you show.
God Bless
BC

alyse wrote:

dear jackie i was wondering if you like lesbians and if you would like to talk to me.

thizz wrote:

Jackie,
Just wanted to say that I love that fact that you are willing to be vunerable. I can tell the it is hard for you but you do it anyway. I also hate to be vunerable myself and enjoy watching you work through it. You Go Sista. That what make the show so great. Good luck and hope to see ya next season.

Thizz

Heather wrote:

Jackie,
I love watching your show and I hope that there is a season three, for a few reasons. mostly because it gives me and my mother something to watch together and by watching your show she is handling the fact of me being a Lesbian better. I understand completely what you had to deal with living in a small town in ohio and not being able to be out. I also live in a small town in ohio, but I now am definetly out, and still living here. So your show has helped me with issues that i had myself and also issues that my mother and I had. So thank you for the show, and I hope there are alot more to come.

Courtnie wrote:

Hi Jackie,

Love your show! My friend actually introduced the show to me one weekend and I cannot get enough. I hate I missed the entire first season. You are a blessing to people that want to do better but do not know how. I thank you for your gifts and talents. I have become so much more health conscious and I love it. I love to be able to partake in the sky lab challenge if you ever have another one. I pray there will be a 3rd season and many more. Hopefully you and trainers will travel to different cities and tape the show. That would be lovely. Maybe you all could visit the south; Montgomery, AL would love to have you. Be Blessed

monique djerf wrote:

dear jackie,
i watch the show and am originally from southern california but my husband, daughter and i live in chicago. we will be relocating back to southern california in the next year or so to be closer to my family. we have a beautiful daughter Celia, who's now 5, we adopted her from ukraine in 2003. we've been through alot therapy-wise but she's done amazingly well and i think she just may be a future gymnast as she's got the moves down already! you would adore her!!it is truly wonderful how far she's come. my husband works for playboy here in chicago and i used to in security. that's how we met! i saw your show with victoria fuller and she and i recently talked about your show at the playmate of the year party last week. she really loved doing it and looks so amazing! i just wanted to say that you have a wonderful show but even more importantly a wonderful group of people to work with...i think that makes your business a true success...plus your passion for life! we just made a donation to doug's foundation on the scholarship side....i'm just torn into pieces about his loss but i know that the place he's in is a wonderful one-that's how my family and i have gotten through traumatic times like these. i truly loved the show you did in honor of him, it really touched me as i'm sure it did many, many people. i was wondering if you'd ever consider doing a "kids program" on your show...if so my daughter and i would love to be a part of it. :-) we are out in CA all the time! please feel free to contact me anytime! good luck and keep smiling!!!
xoxoxo monique djerf & family
did too in

Cyn wrote:

Hey Jackie, First I would like to say I am so sorry for your, and everyone's loss with Doug. I of course, did not know him, but he was clealry a kind-hearted, positive guy. I, myself, cried during the finale episode...

Jackie, you and your trainers have motivated me to complete something I gave up on about 8 years ago.... That is to be a personal trainer.. I have lacked over the years, ya know, school, moving, boyfriends, etc... BUT I am at a crossroads with my job and I now see things clearly - thanx to you and your staff!!

I want you to know that this show (WORK OUT) has changed my life, I wish I had a pal like you to motivate me along the way!

Yours truly, Cynthia

Jessica e. wrote:

Thanks having a good show. It was nice to get to know you. Good luck with all. I will miss the show but now I will have more time to do school work. I can relate with KiKi, I am trying to put health before school work, it is hard.. SO long..
Thanks
Jessica e.

kim wrote:

where do I get more information about Skylab if I wanted to go. thanks a bunch

Cynthia wrote:

Jackie I love your show and will miss seeing it every week. I hope there will be a season 3? I see myself in your Skylab clients and cry everytime I watch their struggles and wish I had someone like you to motivate me! I know what I need to do but I cant seem to make myself get serious and start exercising. The older I get the harder it gets. Thanks for caring about those that really need help getting healthy and not just the beautiful people who already are. Cynthia

MERCEDES HORNSBY wrote:

HELLO JACKIE,
I PRAY TO GOD THAT YOU READ THESE MESSAGES, BECAUSE I NEED YOU TO READ MINE. I AM NOT ASKING FOR MONEY NOR FOR ADVICE I AM IN NEED OF A FRIEND... SO MANY TIMES I FEEL ALONE AND I AM SURE EVERYONE DOES SOMETIMES BUT MINE IS MORE AND MORE EVERYDAY...I AM A SINGLE MOTHER OF A BEAUTIFUL 9 YR SON I WORK 2 JOBS I AM FROM NEW YORK NOW I RESIDE IN SA TX.....WOW WHAT A DIFFERENCE JACKIE I KNOW YOU HAVE A LOT ON YOUR SHOULDERS AND I HAVE READ SOME OF THESE ENTRIES ON YOUR BLOG I AM A PERSON WHO HAS SO MUCH TO GIVE FROM MY INSIDE AND I JUST DONT KNOW WHAT DIRECTION TOTAKE...I COULD BE A PERSON THAT MAYBE YOU CAN SCREAM AT WHEN YOU NEED TOO SOMETIMES I WOULD THINK YOU NEED TO SCREAM I DO

LIFES PRESSURES ARE GETTING BAD I HAVE TURNED TO GOD THE PAIN I FEEL IN MY EMPTY HEART OF HAVING TO PLASTER A SMILE ON FACE BECAUSE NO BODY EVER REALIZES I AM UNDER STRESS TOO BUT I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THE ROCK FOR EVERYONE AND I NEED A ROCK TODAY.
CAN YOU PLEASE EMAIL ME AT THIS ADDRESS ABOVE..
FROM MERCEDES

Carman wrote:

I watched the show the other night, and was really disheartened by the way that Kiki was excluded from nearly everything related to Skylab. I LOVE the show, and got hooked soon after seeing the first few episodes. I think that Jackie is an incredible trainer, businesswoman and person, and there is something about the show that crosses boundaries notwithstanding the lack of representation of black women on the show. I'm not saying the show is exclusive, but there was just something about Kiki, and I kept wondering why she was so averse to coming to SkyLab and why she chose to not support the other SkyLab participants. It wasn't clear whether she felt welcome there or whether she made a conscious decision to bounce. I did enjoy seeing Jody Watley on the show too.

I was very saddened by the sudden death of Doug. The show handled it well and with dignity. There was something about Doug that came across as sincere and warm; it was a tragedy for him to have died at so young an age. I kept thinking how he talked about his parents and ... it was all so sudden and so tragic. My heart broke watching Peeler break down like that.

kathy wrote:

Jackie,
Very seldom am I at a lost for word's, but this one got to me in a big way. The passing of Doug, you going home to face your past,visiting your Dad's grave GOD BLESS you.
I can relate to so much of what you have just faced. I too have a habit of shutting down, but thank God I meet some one I can open up to about every thing.
Please tell me there will be a third season. Don't think i could handle the with drawel's. I look forward to my Jackie fix.
O.K. HONEY what ever you decide to do, just be happy and please be good to your self.
YOUR BIGGEST FAN
Kathy

robin wrote:

Jakie - I watch your show on bravo when I can, and I TVIO it when I cant. However, everytime I watch it makes me want to better myself and lose weight. There is such a positive outlook that you provide, and being obese and 21 years old makes me want to learn how to lose weight and what I am wondering is there one thing that you can give a tip on how to get started losing weight, eating better. If there is one suggestion for me I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks for being an inspiration.
ro

Paula Queen wrote:

Hello Jackie,

I enjoy watching your show as do several other people. I know your time is percious and that you are not able to read all of this blogs sent to you and your trainers, if you can take some time to e-mail me I have a business idea I would like to discuss with you. You wont be disapointed I think it will be worth your time.
Thank you for sharing yourself with all of us and please thank your trainers as well.

jlynn wrote:

jackie, wow, i just started watching your show, and i can relate to what your experiencing, i lost my mom at the end of january, both my brother and i are gay,and just watching your show, has showed me too, just how short life can be, iv;e always have struggled with my weight and since watching workout,,,,,,,iv;e been motivated to do something about it,,,,,,i just wanted to say thanks, and my heart goes out to you and all your trainers is the loss of doug,,,,pink hugs, jlynn

Mary Ann wrote:

Hello Jackie,
I rarely watch TV and it just happened I was surfing channel around and saw your show. At first, I thought its just those the same boring reality TV shows I see all the time which is sometimes annoying. But as I watch it longer, it got really interesting for me. I thought like maybe I could get some tips from working out. I started working out myself just recently last year around October and continued until now. I have learned that if I just give time and dedicate myself to workout, I will lose weight. So I did and made me feel good about myself now. I'm 5 feet tall I used to be 145 lbs. Now I'm at 124lbs.! My goal is to lose14 more pounds. I saw that episode where one of your client, (I forgot her name, sorry) she did not make it in the end. Her excuses was about not having time to workout because she has school. I totally agree with you that she was just making excuses. I myself is still in school taking my bachelors degree in management and working at the same time and I still managed to workout at least 3 times a week for 3 hours a day. Trainers at my gym telling me that 3 hours is too much, is that true? But most of the time I go 5 times a week. Well anyway, your client obviously was not interested in taking care herself. I think the overall story of the team's success and relationships were so touching. Especially that part where you shared about your loss with your father and working out your relationship with your mom. I can relate to that. I had a fall out with my dad four years before he passed away. We had issues that was never resolved. He died into a boat accident happened in the Philippines. The cruise ship he was in, sank due to a big storm and he was one of those fatalities. His body was missing for 2 weeks until later recovered floating somewhere near an island. His death affected me so much, we never had the chance to talk or see each other. The last time I saw him was his funeral and this was 1999. I havent been back home to visit him. Your story made me realize that I need to do something to have peace with myself and my dad. I went into counseling last year because of my breakup with my girlfriend of 4 years. It was an abusive relationship in which at that time I can't get out of because I was still in love with her. It was mental abuse where it was hard for me to break up with her. She broke up with me and during the break up, I was very depressed where I could not function at work. The counseling helps in terms of my relationship with my ex-gf. My doctor and I tried to figure out why I let my ex-gf continued to abuse me until we started talking about my relationship with my parents. I started to open up about my relationship with my dad. And then days later, I stopped seeking counseling. After watching your show, it made me think that I should go back counseling and resolve my personal issues. I apologize for this long comments of mine. I thought I would like to share it with you. Thank you for enlighting me and helping me. Through your stories gave me the confidence to do something about my dad's passing. You are one amazing person. Now I can't wait to see Season 3. I can say now that I am your one biggest fan! You rock!

Mary Ann
La Puente, CA.

Connie Gumina wrote:

Dear Jackie,
I just wanted to tell you that you and your staff are truly an inspiration. You treat your skylab clients with so much respect and really care about their health and well being. I've been always so intimidated by gyms and trainers, but you seem to treat your clients equally. I really wish that I had some one like you or your staff to inspire me the way you do your clients. Looking forward to season 3.
Connie Gumina

Kathy wrote:

Jackie! I watch your show everytime it comes on. I was wondering if you are going to have a 3rd season of workout. I hope you do I really like watching your show. I hope that you and rebecca stay together you 2 make a wonderful couple.
Kathy

Sandy R wrote:

I am also a girl from Ohio and I see a great deal of my self in the things you have to deal with. Being a lesbian, from a small town, blah blah you know, anyways, You really said it all in your last blog! Good luck with all.

SaharS wrote:

I just wanted to say that i did not know Doug personally and he touched me deeply. he had such a positive and contagious attitude that you wanted to know him and see him and his spirit and positive outlook caught me. my prayers and thoughts are with his friends and he is in a much better and serene place. He is in a happy place.

SaharS wrote:

I just wanted to say that i did not know Doug personally and he touched me deeply. he had such a positive and contagious attitude that you wanted to know him and see him and his spirit and positive outlook caught me. my prayers and thoughts are with his friends and he is in a much better and serene place. He is in a happy place.

Kim wrote:

Hey Jackie,

Hi, my name is Kim, I live in Burlington, Washington! I am 28 and I just had a baby... well kinda like 8 months ago... I didn't gain alot of weight while being pregnant but I sure gained alot after having the baby. I am 5'3 and I am now weighing 207! Im huge! I have quit drinking soda, and am only drinking water or juice. (Mostly water) I have also began walking in the morning with the baby! I do a fast pace walk which leaves me sweating by the end of it!! Thats good I think. I have been small my entire life, my heaviest being about 147. I did attened a military style boot camp and in there I had to work out daily which I enjoyed! When I was done I feel like I was the perfect weight for my height being 127. I really and truely want to get back to that but that is like 80lbs!!! I dont know what to do because I know that I have to have someone to push me to get me motivated to work out! I cant really afford to go to a gym and have a trainer, so I guess what my comment was is with your SKY LAB clients, how did that work? Did they pay you? I would love to be able to be a part of something like that... I would be the most motivated person ever then!! I really enjoy the show, and best of luck to you in the future with everyting you want to do!! Plus I think you and Rebecca are so cute togeather!!! Thank you for your time!

Cynthia wrote:

I have to say that I didn't want to watch the show at first. I thought it was just another reality show. I caught the last couple of shows from season 1 just to see what it was about and I LOVED it! Loved the trainers as well and I couldn't wait for season 2! Jackie, I love your sense of style, class, and business sense and the sky sport facility is beautiful! I have every show from season 2 taped and I'm watching it over and over again while I wait for season 3. I am going to look for your clothing line because it looks fabulous. I recently started my own weight loss program and although I don't know how much I weigh after 3 months, I can tell I've lost wieght by the way my clothes are fitting. I've always felt invisible because I was carrying so much weight. I have a new haircut and a new attitude and your show really reinforces health and fitness for me. I am so motivated to work out even more now that I have discovered your show! You are such an inspiration and we love you here in Illinois! Can't wait for season 3. Thank you for being so beautiful real.
I was saddened and shocked by Doug's passing. You can tell by his smile and personality that he was a beautiful person.

Melissa Buri wrote:

Hi Jackie!!!
I just wanted to tell you that I absolutely love your show. I also wanted to tell you that you are a true inspiration to me. When watching your show I realize how similar we are in so many ways. When I was checking out Bravo Workout page I noticed that you got your certificate in fitness with ISSA...so ironic...I am finishing up my certificate that I have been working on with ISSA as well. I really was not expecting to read that you attended ISSA, or got your certificate there. I did not think that a Iot people knew about ISSA...and one of the people that I actually watch on TV and admire has that in common with me...crazy. Also, I realized that you are a LEO...so am I!!! No wonder where the leadership, strength and drive comes from. Good luck with all you do...and feel good about all the peoples lives you have touched.
Love from Arizona

LaToya wrote:

Jackie,

I just wanted to say how much of an inspiration you are to me. By starting your own buisness and now clothing line. I someday want to own my own Spa/Salon. As of right now I am a student training to be a skin care specialist, you know the ones who do facials, waxing, etc... I have learned so much from you though just from watching the show. I just wanted to let you know that.
LaToya in TX

snookie wrote:

this is a great show you have made such a impact on me that i have decided to start my own weight loss. alitle at a time though not to fast. you have a way with people that could do almost anything if they set their mind to it.
just goes to show what a way mind,goals, impressions,life,and excercise can do for people that what want to change their life for friends, family or just theirself. please remember life is worth living.
it's a great show and wouldn't miss it for anything in world. !!!
hope you have a nother successfull show as the what has been lately! wishing you and staff a very happy,nice, gracefull show in the future.
i'm also sorry in the loss of doug he had a great outlook on life for himself and all the people he was with and worked with.
and i'm sure he will be missed very much.wishing all of you the best now,today and in the future with things you are doing you are my favorite show on tv. !!
love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
best wishes to all of you,
snookie

Roger Mac wrote:

Hey guys it's Breanna and her Great-uncle hairstylist Roger
Mac :-) :-),
I think Bree was even more excited than uncle Rog was ( and
I was pretty gosh darn excited ) when she read her blog on the
previous blog of Jackie's ( around 10:00 pm Tues. May 9th).
Fairfield (Hamilton, really--Jackie don't laugh :-( ) Ohio, or was
it Hamilton! Ohio... I'm sorry, I'm digressing. I have to be frank
(?) here, not only was it my 9 year old Great (and do I mean
Great!) neaces (per her blog) first go 'round blogging, but it
was uncle Roger's, too! Jackie, I hope you feel extra special!!
One of my fave scenes involved your Mother, Erin, and of course, you. Skipping down Memory Lane with your Mother
at your side, with LA Erin peering over your shoulder, with your
sheepish smile...Priceless! I love how we describe our hometowns (especially here in Ohio) as "quaint" ( which of course they are). Jackiel, it wasn't so much the number of
times you said the word "quaint" ( which I hate to admit did make me chuckle), but more how you engaged with her visually
. Again, priceless. I guess in addition to the fact, that I don't
think I could identify any more with you had I gone to Fairborn
High School... It was kinda deja vu. Fairfield, Fairborn--pretty
much the same!). Class of '83/class of '88? Cut to the chase--
the picture of you looking identical to Kristy McNichol (was that
Family? no pun intended)--I have the "male" version pic of me.
Your embarassment? Think about mine! I'm not sure how my
evangelical Southern Baptist family weathered my teenage years! I guess what doesn't kill you makes you stronger (hey,
wouldn't that be a great ad for SkySport?). Speaking of wigs,
Love Your Look. And Rebecca. Hello. I wish I were a lesbian.
Promise me if you guys make it you won't share your "love".
I know, I know, I'm just sayin'. Jackie, hey, your Mom is so
lucky to have you as a daughter. I know there are some inherent differences with some of y'all's opinions about things,
but you can tell when she looks at you how proud she is of you.
Once a client told me "I know it's hard for you to accept that
there is a bit if a rift between your family's approval of your
"lifestyle" and your own perceptions about yourself. But before
you judge them for their shortcomings, consider their life
experiences and how those experiences molded their life (as
with mine). I think your Mom made and is making such an
incredibly loving and as open-minded perhaps an attempt at
reconnecting with you. I know you know this. Sometimes it's
hard when there's been a past hurt or rejection, but don't
let that cloud your experience. Honey, don't you know that's
just Satan filling your pretty little blonde head with the voice
of negative self-talk? Sherr ya do (I feel sorta like the "church
lady"). All I have to say is "Thank God Mimi has moved on". Remember, not only was Mimi not right for you, but ( this part
is hard) you were not right for her (though I agree with your
Mom, I'm sure--no one is good enough for our JACKIE!) So, as
far as I'm concerned, don't confuse your Mom's past or present
issues with your capacity to experience romantic love that
may contrast with her ideology.) Huh? Anyway, I hope to
meet you someday, God willing. There's more that I'd like to
say but it's getting a little late. Hey, if your Mom is up to
driving to West Chester (between Dayton and I-275), I would
love to extend an offer to her. I guess I am to hair what you
are to exercise. I love your Mom's look, if ever she would like to
make the trek, I would be more than happy to extend an offer
to do her hair (I know I don't live right down the street, but it
would be complimentary--no pun intended!). Bree is in bed, but
she wants to tell you that she wants to blog on your's tomorrow.
Needless to say, life here is also like a Reality show. Don't forget
-- I work at Hotheads (Hamilton). Goodnight everyone, and give
sexy little Rebecca a hug for me! Hope to meet you soon!

snookie wrote:

this is a great show you have made such a impact on me that i have decided to start my own weight loss. alitle at a time though not to fast. you have a way with people that could do almost anything if they set their mind to it.
just goes to show what a way mind,goals, impressions,life,and excercise can do for people that what want to change their life for friends, family or just theirself. please remember life is worth living.
it's a great show and wouldn't miss it for anything in world. !!!
hope you have a nother successfull show as the what has been lately! wishing you and staff a very happy,nice, gracefull show in the future.
i'm also sorry in the loss of doug he had a great outlook on life for himself and all the people he was with and worked with.
and i'm sure he will be missed very much.wishing all of you the best now,today and in the future with things you are doing you are my favorite show on tv. !!
love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
best wishes to all of you,
snookie

Amy Wells wrote:

Jackie, I am 30 5'7 and 150 lbs.and guess what !? I live in Lebanon OHIO!!Your show, as cheesy as this sounds has motivated me beyond belief!!All I have is a treadmill(just bought) and a few weights, and your show!! There is no reason why a stay at home mom should sit there feeling depressed when i have all day (almost) to devote to fitness.I am taking my first vacation ever in 6 weeks and want to fit into my clothes!! Is it possible to loose 3# a week safley with my equiptment,or lack of!! your comment sticks in my mind"the last 5 are the most important"I really want to thank you for your show and crew.I hope i can achieve this goal,for my body and mind.Having a tummy kills my self worth.You give me hope,THANKS!!!

Doug Simmons wrote:

Jackie- just a quick note to tell you how much I love your show. We have alot in common, if you can believe it, I am also from Fairborn Ohio. I graduated from Fairborn High School, as well (my grades were a little better than yours....but not by much). I share your passion for fitness, and helping people. I really appreciated the way you dealt with Doug's death, not mourning his passing so much; as celebrating his life, and what an awesome person he was. I hope you all are renewed for a third season. I work with WT....so, the next time you are in town, I would love to meet you :)

Lisa Mohrman wrote:

Jackie,
First let me say I watch your show all the time and I love it!! I find it to be very inspiring and that is due to you. I find you to be a very kind and caring person and I am hoping that if you ever do get to read this you may be able to help me out. I am a 40 year woman who has Lupus, diagnosed 8 years ago. I had been managing okay until the past few years, when things just kind of started going down hill. The disease mainly effects my joints, however I need to exercise. I know that you take trips to see clients and my request is a visit to NY, LI to help me get on an exercise program. I have been an athlete all my life and due to certain circumstances within the past few years my motivativativation level is extremely low. I watch your show and think that maybe you could be the person to help me out of this and help me get on track. I would love to speak to you in more detail about this whole situation, so that you can fully understand my situation. I see that you enjoy the beach, and well I live on the water so maybe that would be an incentive. I am hoping you can find it in your heart to consider this, I live in pain everyday, and I am hoping that maybe you can offer some suggestions to help me with that. I take a lot of pain medication and I want to minimize that if possible . Please consider....it would mean the world to me.
Your devoted viewer,
Lisa
(631)723-3743

Angel wrote:

I am so sorry for your loss. The finale was so touching, I was moved to tears. What you and the trainers did to honor him was beautiful.

Thank you for inspiring me, I've been ill for several months, and unable to workout. I'm definitely ready to start back at the gym next week, even if it's little "baby steps" to get back to where I was. I really wish there was a SkyLab here, it's too bad that one client didn't appreciate what you all could do for her.

Here's to a Workout Season 3 ::crossing fingers::

marie o'malley wrote:

I love the show and reading the trainers blogs. Jackie thank you for using spell check this week. :)

kimmy wrote:

jackie, just wanted to say that i love ya. i love watching your show. i been watching since the start. i do see a change in you from the first seasons. you are more happier and you smile more. i love you and Rebecca together. you two crack me up. i hope there will be season 3. i'm also so sorry about your lost of yor friend,Doug. my prays are with all of you. takecare of yourself. i wish i lived in CA. i would love to go to your gym. hope you keep in touch. much luv.

Terri wrote:

Jackie your show is great! I watch every week, you really give the watchers at home inspiration to go out and do better for our bodies and our health. I also wanted to say I give my heart to you and the others in your time of sorrow we all miss Doug and he will not be forgotten!!! I love the show and I hope there is a third season! Good luck to you and team. One more thing can I join the skyline crew I need to get in shape!!!!

Stacy Parnell wrote:

I think that Jackie should have shown more to the viewers what she was really feeling about Doug's passing, because it made her seem uncaring . I know from watching the show all the time that's not how she is but new viewers don't. I would hate for people to be talking bad about her. I'd have to open a can on em! Ha! Ha! I'm 37 yrs. old a mother of four kids and 200 lbs. over wieght. If they can walk fast they could get away! LOL I wish I had the workout gang around everyday to kick my hind end. Even though I can't do the stuff they do on the show I still enjoy watching and seeing the passion they all put into their work and clients. I wish you all the very happiest lives. MOMMA OF 4 MOM 2 ALL

KELLY wrote:

Hi Jackie,
I only just start watching your show, and you are inspiring. I am on chemotherapy and have no energy, but see my body turning in a direction that over the last 3 years I have worked very hard on. This is my 3rd time battling cancer in my short 37 yrears. I never thought I could be competive or be in sports because ever since I was 15ys, I have to deal with a cancer diagnosis. I was in remission for 10 yrs, then my cancer came back. I had a stem cell transplant and I was in remisson for 11yrs. Now I have a new cancer (breast) caused by previous radiation treament. I found karate 3 years ago. I was streching muscles and doing things I never could emigine. I love to spar. I haven't had many fights, but I won my age division at our state regional tournament. I loved it. I will get back to it, but it seems so far away. I have lost a some muscle tone, espcially in my arms, because I'be had to have a mastectomy. Now I battle the chemo and being tired all the time. My health history makes the chemo worse, because I get more sideeffects because my counts drop faster. I think I need a good kick in the butt to get motovated again. I will not go into a gym. 1. germs 2. bald head and half a boob. Do you have tips on how someone like myself for getting back into it and staying motivated and focused whne your body and mind are being put through chemo.

Thank you,

Kelly

Sherry wrote:

Whoa! You and your staff are such an inspriration! I'm so happy a close friend of mine told me about your show. I had already hired a personal trainer in the beginning of April to lose 30 pounds off of my short 5 foot tall body. I also want to lose at least 5 inches from my waist.

Anyway, your show helped give me that extra little push after seeing such awesome results from those clients and all of your staffs perfect bodies. I know I can do this and I need to do it by July 4th for my Cabo trip with 6 other beautiful friends. I also want to be healthier and happier like I used to be for my boyfriend of 4 years, my son, myself and MY soul.

Thanks for being you and doing the show and remember to keep the faith and keep smiling. Heaven is a wonderful place for your loved ones to be. Sincerely.

Peace & Love,
Sherry C.
Houston, TX

Karen S wrote:

Thanks Jackie! You and your staff have been a real inspiration to me and motivate me to watch my diet and exercise more. I want to thank you specifically for sharing your visit to your dad's grave. My dad passed away when I was 20 and I have never been back to his grave (20 years ago), so watching that episode with you really struck me hard! I also have unresolved issues with family and seeing you in a similiar situation really helped me!! Thanks again for sharing your time. Look forward to a season 3!!

DebbieD wrote:

Jackie,

I see you have an invitation to visit Great Day Houston, if you decide to visit Houston, please let us know! You have a lot of fans in Houston!

Love Ya,
DebbieD

Marjene Richberg wrote:

Hi Jackie
I am a 38 year old black woman and I love love love work out. You are on my tivo season pass just in case I can't catch the show but believe me I do my best not to miss it. I was really sorry about Doug and hope you guys are doing well.

By the way I do not like Rebecca for you, she seems to have an agenda. Just my own personal feeling.

Love ya

Jackie Roc wrote:

Dear Jackie and Trainers

I am so sorry for your loss. I too am a trainer and my gym recently went through this. His name was Jim and he was one of my best friends and a co-worker. He was also in my bridal party. I will never forget him. This show has brought it all back for me and I am again reminded of how precious life is. May you all do him proud.

Jackie R.

Tee wrote:

Hey Jackie,
I am a true fan of your show as many are. I am hoping that you have a contest for winner to win a trip out to her sky spa lab. I work may be twice a week… Pushing for five. I love your style and how you address problems business and personal. Keep up the good work. Please keep the show coming for the next few sessions. I am addicted to it. I hope a get the chance to spend time with you and the rest of the sky spa team.

Stay Kool!!!
Tee

Joanie wrote:

Jackie!
What do we need to do to have you come back for a 3rd season?
Tuesday evenings aren't going to be the same without my dose of workout.
If there IS something the public can do to BEG for you to return, please post info and I will be front & center begging for your return.

Joanie

Marcel Holman wrote:

Empowering women can be a spiritual calling. Must be amazing to hear how many women & men you are influencing-without being pefect just being a caring human being.
We wish you all the best on your journey and those that share it with you.
Marcel Holman, LCSW
Las Vegas, NV

Anna wrote:

Jackie,
i love your show! I'm deeply sorry for the loss of Doug. Are you and the trainers going to make a sseason 3 of work out??

Bari wrote:

Jackie,
I love your clothing. Where do you shop?

Ashley M. wrote:

Jackie,
I absolutely love your show!! I took tuesday nights off of work strictly so I could watch the new episodes on tuesday nights!! I love your new relationship with Rebecca... you two are so good for each other!! Your new clothing line is amazing and I can't wait to get my hands on them!! I am very sorry for Doug's passing. He was a great guy and friend. He was also a great role model for all people... as are you Jackie!! I have already bought seasons 1 & 2 on iTunes and I thik that I have seen each season about five times now!! I sincerely hope that you continue the show and film and season 3 and many many more!! Jackie... I love you and would die to meet you but until then, get to work on season 3 and keep in touch through blogs!! Stay gorgeous!!!

vicki wrote:

great show, it motivated me to excercise and eat right. have you ever thought about putting a skysport in vegas ? that would be cool.
thanks
vickie

marie wrote:

Jackie - I'm sure I speak for everyone in saying that I'm ready for those diet tips to appear on the skysport website! Until then, I'm just going to assume that beer and tortilla chips are the way to go.

Kinnier Anderson wrote:

JW,

There ought to be a campaign for you to be included in next year's Time Magazines 100 Most Influential People, under Health & Fitness.
One more thing --- your relationship with Rebecca is not at all eye-opening or some would say, unethical. Well, Bill Gates married one of her engineers at Microsoft and didn't hear a commentary. Robert Kennedy Jr. married his legislative aide when he was a House Representative. So, let's just shrug our shoulders, it happens, in fact it happens all the time. And the marriages are still tight. Take care

K.A.

Patty Morgan wrote:

This season for me was the beginning and the end of many things. The reality of true life has happiness and sadnness. The short stories of all the characters are all intertwined by one woman who needs to be strong. Doug's birthday party and him talking about life and death and then for his own life to be taken. It was as if he knew it was coming and he was preparing himself. I have also been through heart ache losing people around me and I trying to be strong and honor them.
Patty Morgan
Philly PA

Stephanie Shelton wrote:

I'm watching the re-run of the show after Doug's passing and though I never knew him except for what they showed on "Workout" I just hope you are doing better along with the rest of the trainers. I cried when I heard he passed but he's always around looking over you guys.
Best of luck.

Joan K. wrote:

Hi Jackie,
I was so shocked that Miss Ki Ki did not take advantage of what was offered to her, what a fool. I would give my right arm to get to train at your Sky Lab and to get that kind of training, one day she will wake up and realize how stupid she was.
The last episode was such a sad one but so good, I cried alot just like everyone else did and will miss Doug so much. I can't imagine how it must have affected all of you, he was a great guy.
I hope like crazy that you do come back for another season,I had something to look forward to on Tuesday nights and now what???
Best of luck to you and please don't ever, ever go back to Mimi again, she was not good enough for you and all she did was bring you down, after you split with her I could see how much happier you became. She was so jealous and it showed in how she treated you, she was so darn abusive, what a bitch.
Loved your show, please come back
A Fan
Joan

suzy wrote:

Hi,
I've been following the show pretty closely, but can't seem to figure out what Doug died from. Could you enlighten me?

Suzy

Ang wrote:

Jackie,
I've gotta ask....do you honestly read through all your blog comments your "fans" write? Some weeks there were hundreds! I have been wondering that all season. However, there was a pattern I noticed, you always received a TON of entries when the show touched on your personal relationships with Rebecca and Tiffany. Obviously, it struck a cord with many. I just loved reading peoples comments! I always find it so interesting how and what people share when it comes to their opinions. Especially the ones telingl you what you SHOULD be doing.

I do have to say this show was incredible this season. I felt as though I was able to really get to know you as a person both internally, externally and professionally. You are a great individual. It really takes a strong person who is comfortable with who they are to do something like that. You remind me a lot of myself. And if ever given the opportunity, I think we would be the best of friends. You truly are geniune, honest and I can tell you are always true to your word. Your personality is amazing.

Ruth Livingston wrote:

Jackie:

I just got out of the hospital. I just saw the show on Doug.It scared me to death because Doug and I have alot in common. I had to write in to ask you if you can speak on the diffence between, being in shape, being healthy and our immune system. Oddly, enough I was in the hospital for the samething, caught a virus. Lucky for me my kidneys did not shut down, but my blood pressure was like 40/10. I, like Doug was put into a coma. I did get out in 3wks. I have been doing good, this last week. I am also into fitness like Doug, take vitimins eat great, thought I was very healthy, fit. I am convinced that being healthy, working out, eating right has nothing to do with our immune system. Please can you speak more on this. Alot of people think since you are doing things healthy, you are healthy, which is not true. Doug by all logic should have not got so sick and been strong enough to pull through. He was in excellent shape but this was out of his control.
I try to look at what I can get out of my experiences and share. I have no clue why I got so sick but seeing that Doug did not make and I did, makes me feel like I need to talk to people, help people understand your immune system is very important too, not just working out, eating right. Please, if you want me to tell my story I would love too. I have also lost alot of muscle and I would love to know how to get back it back. How slow should I go or should I just jump right back into it. Please Help!!

dr wrote:

jackie~
i'm sure it was hard to go to your father's grave, but know that he did love you...and you are strong for taking that step. i would love to come there and have just one day of workout. i have tried so hard to lose weight and can't...i need someone to help me...thanks...

Lisa wrote:

I started going to a gym regularly about a year ago, so I was excited when your show first aired.

I'm a bit disappointed by how little focus there is on exercise, considering the premise. The more I watch it, more it seems that the gym-setting is just an incidental backdrop for a titillating lesbian dating show. More instruction... please?

Jamie Phillips wrote:

Hello Jackie!
I am a mother of 2 teenage daughters and I work about 55 hours in a 4 day workweek. I have really let myself gain a few pounds that I am having trouble getting off. I am addicted to your show Sincerely
Jamie Phillips

Jodie Atkinson wrote:

Jackie,

Hey girl!!! First let me say I love, love, love you, your trainers, and your show. Congratulations on your active wear line, I can't wait to buy an outfit! I think you provide such a wonderful service to people. You get me motivated just by watching all the other clients progress. And I really need the help! Keep up the good work, I will be waiting for next season to start. P.S. You look and act just like my older sister. She just recently moved out of the country. So seeing you comforts me when I miss her).

Luv Your Nashville Fan,
Jodie
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Shelley wrote:

Jackie,
The loss of Doug made me appreciate how lucky I have been. I've won a three year battle with kidney disease due to Systemic Lupus and a dear friend of mine has recently had a kidney transplant. She too has Lupus.
Along with attacking our organs Lupus also attacks our joints, causes muscle weakness and fatigue. Walking, running, jogging, and stair climbing is painful. Is there anything you can recommend to build our strength and keep our cardio fitness? Lupus has kept me inactive for about 4 years now and walking more than three blocks is painful and exhausting. Any advice you can give me will be a blessing.

Many Thanks
Shelley
SC

Amber wrote:

Hi Jackie!

I am a new comer to the show. I started watching somewhere around the episode that you broke up with Mimi. It is really awesome to see your strength rise to each challange presented to you. You seem to handle each situation with poise and grace.

I am studying to be a personal trainer. I was very excited to see that you got your certification through ISSA ( as that's who I'm going through also). The show is very inspirational and I can't wait to see what happens next season.

Amber
Missouri

Tracy Escudero wrote:

This show is such an inspiration to me, I look forward to ever episode. I can't wait for next season! I've been on my own weight loss journey and have lost 60 pounds, your Skylab team has given me motivation to continue. My heart aches over the loss of Doug but your teams ability to come together is amazing. I wish you all the best, stay strong and beautiful.

Much Love

Tracy

Heather wrote:

Jackie-
As many have already written, you are truly an inspiration to all women regardless of sexual orientation! Watching your show not only adds drive to my workout routines, but it inspires me as a woman. As a single mom of two little boys, I admire how you can juggle so many different things and keep such a calm demeanor. I may not have mulitple businesses, but I do juggle work, raising my kids, running a household and trying to be "single". I certainly have learned a lot from you-thank you!

As I read through some of your messages, I was shocked to find out that I was not your only "BIGGEST" fan! I'm sure I speak for many, that given the opportunity, it would be an honor to meet you and your team. Any thought to running a contest for a viewer/fan to win a workout on season 3? I'm sure the response would be overwehlming, but effective. Certainly would boost ratings, especially if the contest would continue throughout the season giving more than one person and opportunity to be on an episode. Just a thought...of course, I'd love to be one of the lucky one's that was picked for an episode!

My heart goes out to you, your trainers and Cheo. Doug was an incredible man. I can only imagine how wonderful it was to have been able to call him friend.

Best of luck and God bless!
Heather
St. Louis, MO

LEEANN STARR wrote:

JACKIE I WAS SO IMPRESSED WITH YOUR VISIT TO YOUR MOM AND HOW EVEN THOUGH YOU ARE GAY SHE LOVES YOU. I MYSELF DONT AGREE WITH HOMOSEXUALITY BUT I JUST ADMIRE YOU STREGTH AND YOUR CONFIDENCE IN WHO YOU ARE AND HAVE GAINED FROM THIS STREGTH AS YOU SEEM GENIUINE IN YOUR OPINIONS. I AS WELL LOVED DOUG AND I JUST THINK YOUR SKY SPORT TRAINERS ARE EACH SO UNIQUE AND SPECIAL AND GOD REALLY LOVES YOU ALL!!YOU ARE SUCH A GIFTED WOMEN AND GOD DID GOOD WHEN HE CREATED JACKIE WARNER. BY THE WAY WILL YOUR CLOTHING LINE COME TO OREGON? WE OFTEN GET LEFT OUT OUT HERE. PLEASE DONT TAKE OFFENSE ON ME NOT AGREEING WITH HOMOSEXUALITY AS I BELEIVE WE ARE ALL THE SAME IN EQUALITY AND EACH ONE IS UNIQELY MADE BY GOD AND I AM PRAYING WITH YOUR MOM FOR YOU AND FOR YOU AS I JUST THINK YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL AND SOOO SPECIAL. KEEP ON THE PATH TO HEAING AS YOU CAN AND WILL NOT MISS IT!1I LOST MY HUSBAND LAST YEAR AND SO I KNOW LOSS AND HOW IT IS TO COMTHRU SOMETHING LIKE DOUG DYING AND HIS PARTNERS PAIN. KEEP HIS PARTNER CLOSE AS THIS IS A VERY VULNERABLE TIME FOR HIM, I JUST LOVE YOU ALL AND YOUR ALL SO SEXY AND BEAUTIFUL!LEEANN

Amanda wrote:

This show was a total inspiration. It taught me that I should care more about my body, my mind and those around me, and not take a single day for grated. It's also shown me that there those who are tinier then I am aren't always out to get me and there are people out there who actually do CARE about the well being of others, not just themselves. I've recently started working out and trying to change myself for the better and I have You strangers to thank for helping to motivate me to be a better person. =] Thanks a Million.

carol dattoli wrote:

hey jackie just thought i would write to let you i am a huge fan of the show can't beleive season 2 is over i hope there is a season 3 and to let you know i just came out and i want to thank you for giving me the power and the strenght to do that i come from and italian family and beleive me i was very hard but i did it and every one understood and also by wathching your show i have lost lost 9lbs thank you so much and i hope you and rebbeca are doing well you make and awsmome couple keep up the good work with the show and your clothing line and i am very sorry to hear about dougs passing it hits to close to home take care ca

becca wrote:

Hey, Jackie love the show! Im sad for doug. Do you remeber the episode about you talking to the class well i don't know what to do i am in high school. I am in theatre so i act like thats not me and my aunt is a religious idiot and makes my life miserable already. On top of all that I am overweight. ok, it is not normal for a 9th grader to feel this way. Hope you and rebecca are doing well.

Lisa wrote:

Hi Jackie,
I am actually a working mom. Needless to say I am busy. If I watch tv it typically had always been other learning channels. Lately, I have gone through some physical problems, so I took a week off work. WOW, I spent the entire weekend laughing, crying, grieving, being angry...all of it because I watched your show back to back. I couldnt get enough. I think you are an amazing woman, and you are not just a hell of an example for the gay community, but for everyone.
Just to let you know..I am from the mid-west, raised catholic, and married, live in the sticks, have two girls, the entire hick setting, and I love your show and every message that your show stands for.
OH also, perhaps you could give a person some tips , on how to exercise , with bone spurs, knee problems, and how to lose weight when you have hip problems too. What to eat if you cannot move around a lot due to health isses.
I am so interested in learning more. But, I live in a lot of pain. I live way too far from a gym.
I think it is cool that you can be friends with the people that you employ...I actually have that same ability to be both...BOSS,and Buddy. Most people can't..they have always advised me not to, I see you and..I think Hey She does it too,
I am not the only one!!

Sincerely,
Lisa

Oh...PS. Please, Please know I am heartbroken for your huge,and devisating loss!!!

Mona wrote:

JACKIE:

Mona wrote:

JACKIE: HI THERE!
... A SINCERE THANK YOU:
FOR ALL THE ENERGY, THE TIME, THE PATIENCE AND THE DEVOTION YOU AND YOUR STAFF HAE GIVEN INTO MAKING THIS REALITY SERIES A SUCCESS AND AN FOR OPENING THE EYES FOR SO MANY PEOPLE! YOU HAVE GIVEN PEOPLE A PERSPECTIVE, AN AWARENESS, SOMETHING TANGIBLE TO WORK WITH.
...FOR THIS, I SPEAK ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC, WE ARE HUMBLY GRATEFUL.

JACKIE, WOULD BE BE TOO MUCH TO ASK OF YOU TO PLEASE TRY TO PUBLISH Y0UR DIET SUGGESTIONS, AND RECIPES (LIKE THE DELICIOUS SHAKE IDEA) ON YOUR WEBSITE SO OTHERS CAN BENEFIT FROM THEM. ALSO YOUR PHILOSOPHIES AND MOTTOS ARE MOST INSPIRING...ALLOW OTHERS TO ENJOY THEM AND GROWM FROM THEM AS WELL.

PEACE AND INNER HARMONY TO YOU ALWAYS,
MCK


Sully wrote:

Hi Jackie,

Thank you so much for the tribute to Doug. I'm a new viewer,
and didn't get to see very much of him, until last week's show.
What an amazing person he was. You know, he was born 2 days
before me, I was born on December 16, 1962, and he was born
on the 14th. I wish I could have met him...I also want to say,
that I really enjoy watching you and the gang every week. You
inspire me, to get back in shape, and I thank you for it.
Every time I see you, you're so sweet, I want to give you a hug!
The episode that had you go back to Ohio, was very touching.
You have done so much for everyone...God bless.

victoria wrote:

Hi Jackie!

I have lost 20 pounds so far since march 20th (season 2 of your show)! (with 40 more to go and i'm going to do it!)

I think that you are a great gift from God and what He has placed inside of you for others is an amazing treasure of love and strength that touches people's hearts- you are such a blessing to so many people- I pray that you always go forth in all your dreams as you continue to touch and change lives.

And I just want to say what a gorgeous gym you have-being on top of the sky like that is very inspirational and free in itself-i hope my son and I can come and visit someday. :)

Thank you for so much
In His love,
Victoria

Michele H wrote:

Jackie-
Hi! Much thanks for sharing your life with us! You are truly an inspiration to me. The way you are not giving up on healing yourself and the way you are working so hard on healthy relationships makes me not want to give up either! I'm so glad your Mom is coming around. Been there, it is really hard. I felt like by you sharing your therapy sessions gave me some free therapy too! Much needed. It was so helpful. I cannot thank you enough. Your therapist is pretty hot -- who on this show is not hot though.......Lori just glows now and is so beautiful. Doug would be so proud of her and the way the show honored him. I am truly sorry all of you and the world lost him so soon. I've said this before, but I really think Rebecca is great for you. You seem so happy when she is around you. I would have went for Erika first, but I understand Rebecca is your more your type. You need her silly self to offset your serious side. I hope you two are together and happy!! Wishing for Work Out III and all the best with your current and future business and life adventures!!! Here is a glass of dry champagne to you, the staff, clients & Doug !!
Michele H

Cheryl Quist wrote:

Hi Jackie. I must say this is the first season that I've started watching your show and I can't stop. I was completely moved from the very beginning when you decided to start skylab. I've never joined a gym because a part of me is ashamed of my body. I didn't want to go there and feel like all these amazingly beautiful people where looking down on me. But watching your show has completely motivated me. I was so proud of every single one of your clients, and so completely moved by how caring and loving your trainers are. When you were telling I forget her name but the girl who gained weight rather then lost about how she had her youth on her side... something snapped in me. You're 100% right. I'm 25, sure I feel like I can catch up with people who are thinner then me, but if I keep going the way I'm going and not do something about it... in a couple of years all kinds of problems are going to creep up on me. I finally signed up for the gym today and threw out all the bad unhealthy foods and am ready to live a healthier lifestyle. You're show has helped me to step back and see what's important. Especially with the passing of Doug. I know that I only watched him on a show, but he seemed to have been such a wonderful man... and it makes me realize that life is so short. Live, laugh, and love and never take anything for granted. I only have one life to live and I need to treat myself well. I just wanted to say thank you for doing a show like that... it was so great to see people like me who are battling with weight issues finally feel good about themselves. Thank you for being such an amazing inspiration.

Much Love,
Cheryl
Seattle, WA

Kaitlyn wrote:

Hey Jackie,
I just want to say that youve helped me out so so much. Im starting to get healthier ( mentally and physically) I go jogging every couple of days, ive been sick lately but i still go. I went today, I just got so much anger out. When I listen to what you say, It hits home for me. It's been making me think of what I NEED to do to make myself better. I just want to say thank you and I hope you have another season out!

With love
kaitlyn

yolanda wrote:

i love the show..everybody in sky force did a awesome tranformations..and they look really look good..i give all of u a 5 stars wit a huggies and kisses from hawaii..will hi jackie..my name is yolanda and im really obesity myself..and im really having a hard time of putting off my weight..i wish i could maybe try ur taining and have a good peace of mind about myself..i think it time for me to give myself a healthy life and look good for my husband..please contact me!!..i really need ur help..i know if u can help them..i know u can help me..especially ur trainers..so yah..mahalo nui loa..tanks foa a awesome show and a great state of mind..!!

Roger Mac wrote:

Hey Jackie,
LeeAnn Starr May 11 at 4:20 blog above sounds like such
an exciting spiritual Oregonian, and then proceeds to proclaim
"I myself don't agree with homosexuality". So sad to hear such
a proclamation of arrogantly judgmental verbal vile. I think
it's hard for many Christians to accept one simple fact--a sin-free life is not a prerequisite to enter Heaven or to be a
Christian. Luke 6:37 says "Judge not, and you shall not be
judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven". My heart goes out to
LeeAnn, she appears to have missed the whole point of Jesus'
life, death and resurrection. How disappointing, aside from
the historical significance of Jesus' freethinking interpretation
of God's Love for each and everyone. Remember, He hung out
teaching the outcasts of society (prostitutes, lepers, and the
like) about God's love for them. He gave his life because we are
NOT perfect or without sin. We were ALL created in God's eye,
and everyone deserves respect, dignity, and the capacity to
experience Love on