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Diaz lost 15 pounds after sweating a grueling training schedule with personal trainer and Sky Sport owner, Jackie Warner. ExtraTV.com reveals Jackie's training and diet plan that enabled Diaz to shred inches off his waist. You can do it to!
Click here to see how Carlos Diaz did it
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Not that we've had a post like that here, but I've noticed the popular comparison of Jackie Warner with Pink. I found an amusing post over at AfterEllen.com in which badmachine brings up the point that Jackie looks more like the love child of Pink and Scarlett Johansson. Very amusing.
There were a handful of other humorous comparisons listed. Check it out for yourself. I especially liked the Olsen twin match.
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The Boston Herald published a brief 5-question interview with Jackie Warner today, conducted by Lauren Beckam Falcone, Pop Culture Reporter.
Q: Is it easier to lose weight in the summer?
A: "People tend to lose weight in the summer because their body temperature is more heated, they’re more active, they change their behavior. People walk more, they’re more athletic."
Q: But do people tend to eat more things like margaritas and hot dogs because they think they’re exercising more?
A: "That’s a caveat, but I easily shed three to five pounds once the rainy season is over in L.A. -- not because I change my workout, I just naturally stop eating."
Q: What about working out in the heat? Bad idea?
A: "I think it’s great to work outdoors; I prefer it to a gym. It warms up your body temperature and muscles. I know it’s bad for your skin, but I love working out in the sun, too. Just slather on the sunscreen and make sure you drink a lot of water."
Q: Any advice for folks going on vacation? How do you stick to a fitness plan?
A: "If you’re going on summer vacation, workout by hiking or walking. I mean, snorkeling is an intense workout. I used to only stay at hotels with gyms, but what a waste! I never used them. Sleep, swim, snorkel, have fun and keep it interesting."
Q: What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned from being on reality TV?
A: "That all of this is on my shoulders, and while the Bravo executives may like me and take me out to dinner and value what I am doing, they don’t care if I win or lose. Sky Lab and Sky Sport and my fashion line, all of it is on me, and I have to make it work. You only have yourself to rely on, that’s what I learned."
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Click here to see the Boston Herald article
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In case you guys missed the Reunion episode of Work Out, I compiled a couple of clips for you.
Jackie and Rebecca - Still together?
Trainers still coping the loss of Doug
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Now that the second season of Work Out is over, what's left to do on Tuesday nights? I won't be able to hear Jesse whine about how much camera time Rebecca's getting for hooking up with the boss. Or, Erika talk about how much pressure there is in trying to look like Angelina Jolie. Or, watch Jackie juggle two women, a gym, two 'rat' dogs, and a new clothing line. Whatever will I do on my Tuesday nights?
Actually, now that the season is over, I'll probably get caught up on some sleep. I know, I know. Work Out is actually on at my bed time. So it cuts into my schedule. But, I'm willing to make some exceptions. I should be rested up by the time next season rolls around though.
So, what will you guys be doing on your Tuesday nights now that Jackie won't be gracing our television screens?
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The Sky Sport crew...they sure clean up nice
Jackie..
Just another day at the beach
Look at that sweet face...those abs are nice too
Put your back into it!
What happened to Jesse?
Kathy Griffin's chameo
Doug being Doug..
The happy couple
Not sure about this one..
Day jobs can be a good thing
Jackie and Rebecca, sittin' in a tree..
Slumber party Jackie-style
Love Zen, but that outfit has got to go
Ooh Jackie!
Jackie and yoga? Not so much
Jesse makes a splash!
You could fit Texas in that mouth!
Steve-o, you blew it!
Jesse grows up
You're the man Peeler
You mean I didn't get straight A's?
Jackie pays a visit to her high school
Porntabulous!
Flex those biceps
Farewell Doug..
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Bravo's "Work Out Reunion: Watch What Happens Special," premieres Tuesday, May 15th at 10pm EST. The reunion episode will be hosted by Bravo's Senior Vice President of Programming Production, Andy Cohen, who also hosts www.bravoTV.com's weekly broadband series "Watch What Happens." Jackie and her trainers dish out on the second season that was filled with roller coaster emotions, romance and Jackie's new business ventures.
Jackie shares that trainers share similar psychological views about their bodies, which enables them to connect to clients. A Skylab client pops in to reveal her new curves and talk about how far she's come thanks to Jackie, the trainers and the Skylab experiment.
Jackie talks about her personal life. Who she decided to stay with and who's out for good. And, the team talks about Doug.
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Season 2 of Work Out was not lacking in drama -- From Jackie's final break up with Mimi, to her relationships with both Tiffany and Rebecca, to rebuilding her relationship with her mom, to mourning her father as well as Doug.
I came across these video clips of Jackie recalling things that happened during the filming of the show and some of the ways she has grown.
Jackie: Memories The Season, Part 1
Jackie: Memories The Season, Part 2
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Don't forget about the reunion episode, airing Tuesday, May 15th at 10pm EST on Bravo.
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I checked my email this morning and received this announcement from Paiva featuring Jackie's new clothing line, Sky Lab. The subject read: Be the First to Wear Sky Lab by Jackie Warner and included the picture you see here.
For those of you that watched the season finale, the show featured some of the items Jackie designed. The only one I didn't like, on the show, was the outfit worn by Zen. It didn't look flattering on her at all, which left me wondering why she ended up with that when she could definitely pull off anything else. Oh well.
So, be sure to check out Sky Lab by Jackie Warner over at Paiva.com. I think I might buy a couple of things before too long.
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If you haven't had a chance to check out Jackie's blog on Bravo, I encourage you to do it. Her and the trainers get to write up brief commentary on each episode. Some are better than others as, and some are more consistent about doing it. Jackie has been pretty consistent, but happened to miss making her entry before the season finale aired Tuesday night.
This week's entry was brief but gave good insight into her thoughts about the last episode of season 2. Ironically, this post will be short too. But, I'd like to end it with Jackie's words:
When I look back at the year I have mixed feelings -- it was bittersweet ... I went through a break-up, started new relationships, healed the relationship with mom, mourned dad, a beloved trainer.
This show is not about working out ... it’s about working life out.
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The season finale was not only touching but inspiring in more ways than one. I actually found myself with tears a couple of times, either from happiness or sadness.
The trainers were finally able to bring some closure to Doug's passing. They shared memories of what he did for them, but mostly about what a loving and caring man he was. Brian shared the principles by which Doug lived by:
Just for today, do not worry.
Just for today, do not anger.
Honor your parents, teachers, and elders.
Earn your living honesty.
Show gratitude to all living things.
--from the principles of Reiki
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In tonight's Work Out, Jackie and the Sky Sport trainers organize a bike ride at the beach to honor Doug. Says Jackie, "Doug's passion was bike riding. I'm really glad that we're doing this ride, really to rejoice his life which was so positive." To cap off the ride, the trainers gather around the fire and share their memories of the man they all looked up and admired.
Also, Jackie gathers up the Skylab clients to reveal the results of their hard work and dedication. Many of the clients made huge strides toward healthy change, but one, will get an ear full from Jackie for not taking the program seriously.
And, Rebecca's jealousy finally rears it's ugly head. "She has little rat teeth and she's got totally big gums, you never see her smile – and she shouldn't ever" says Rebecca.
Finally, Jackie throws a party at the gym to celebrate the hard work and dedication her clients and trainers have put into Sky Sport and their health.
The season finale of Work Out airs tonight at 10pm EST.
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The season finale of Work Out on Bravo will air Tuesday night at 10pm EST. Jackie Warner and the Sky Sport staff honor the memory of trainer Doug Blasdell in this emotional episode. Don't miss it.
Brian Peeler talks to AfterElton about Doug and the events leading up to his death. A lot of the information most Work Out viewers were left in the dark about, until now.
Brian lays out the chronology of what happened to Doug before he passed. First off, the show never mentioned anything about Doug being sick towards the end of the first season. He was fighting lymphoma and was undergoing chemo. In episode 204, Doug suffered from salmonella poisoning which lead to his kidney failure. From what I saw on the show, I just thought he became so dehydrated that his kidneys simply shut down. Of course, I don't really know if that could happen, but, I didn't argue.
The infection mentioned in the last episode, was actually a staph infection in his neck he received from the numerous dialysis treatments, ultimately killing his liver and pancreas. He was resuscitated after his heart stopped, but doctors were told not to resuscitate him if it happened again.
He died on a Sunday, surrounded by his closest friends. They watched his heartbeat slow down and eventually stop.
"Now that he’s dead, I think people should know what happened. Instead of coming up with bogus ideas and saying bogus stuff about him, I wanted his name to be taken right. I don’t want his name to be trashed," said Brian.
An aside...
I've read a bit about how Bravo 'teased' viewers all week long about this week's show dealing with Doug's passing. Yet, only the last five minutes were dedicated to what was marketed so heavily. I have to say, I'm in agreement with how folks are feeling about it. Not that I didn't care about Jackie mending her relationship with her mom, because I think it's great, but I was expecting to see more about Doug's situation.
The fact is that Doug is gone. And Bravo, delivered record ratings. Hmm. Not sure how I feel about Bravo now.
iFitandHealthy.com reveals Star reporter Meaghan Murphy's fat blasting routine set up by Jackie and Erika at Sky Sport. The dedicated Murphy exercised five to six times a week for two months and stuck to the diet plan given to her by Jackie and Erika. "I lost several inches around my waist, dropped two dress sizes and went from wearing size 32 jeans to comfortably fitting into a 29."
Thanks to iFitandHealthy.com, here's the workout program Murphy implemented to get such fabulous results:
Mondays and Fridays - Three to four sets of 15 to 20 reps of leg presses, shoulder presses, squats, lateral and front arm raises and lunges.
Tuesdays and Thursdays - Three to four sets of 15 to 20 reps of chest presses, rows and bicep curls.
Wednesdays and Saturdays - An hour of cardio work, alternating between the treadmill, Stair-Master and bike.
Sundays - Much needed days of rest.
Murphy cut out oils, greasy meat, fried foods, and carbs in her diet.
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Click here to read the iFitandHealthy article.
Bravo has a neat section on their site, suited just for those who want to get more insight into the training and exercise tips the pros at Sky Sport have to offer. Here's a few links from the Body by Bravo section. Enjoy!
Andre's Tricep Tip
Pay attention to the neglected tricep muscle.
Andre's Mid-Upper Back Tip
Andre guides you through a great exercise to build your back.
Smart Chest with Smith Machine
Peeler explains that if you're starting to work on your chest, begin with a smith machine.
Erika's Push-up Pike
Work your arms, tummy, and legs with this one move.
Gregg's Shoulder Pull
Your shoulders are going to be bangin' once you're through with Gregg's shoulder pull.
Plié Squat With Jackie
Jackie shows you how you can target your lower body, including your calves.
Chest And Abs In One Swoop
Kill two birds with one stone with Jesse showing you how you can work your chest and abs.
Oblique Tip With Rebecca
Work your obliques and your shoulders at the same time.
Zen's Shoulder Tip For Travelers
Don't let travel get in the way of fitness. Zen shows you how you can work your shoulders.
Peeler's Tricep Tip
Activate your core to stay away from Jackie's wrath.
It was odd at first, hearing Doug on the phone with Brian, "I'll be out in 2 or 3 days." To see Brian believe it.
Not long after, Work Out viewers had a chance see him take the news. Doug was not okay. And to see a grown man break down like that, is difficult. The group was shocked.
I understand now why Bravo and Jackie kept this so quiet. They were merely being true to Doug's wishes. Jackie said it best, "None of us knew how sick he was. And he did not want any of us there. He wanted us to remember him as the vibrant, happy man that he was."
The rest..
Jackie's trip home did more for her than she realized. She was able to talk with her mom. I think the biggest break through was the fact that Jackie allowed her mom to be her mom. To comfort, console, and support her as mother's only know how. Jackie's right, until she mends that relationship, it'll be difficult to have a successful and meaningful relationship with another woman. It's true for all of us.
If you read Part 1 of C'mon Jackie...let us have it!, you know that I've been trying to find Jackie's recipe for her protein shake. After some digging, I finally found it over at Diamond Cut and here it is in all it's glory:
2 cups of organic mixed berries
1 scoop of mega green powder
1 serving of whey protein powder
1 tbsp of flaxseed oil
1 tbsp of liquid ameoacids
1 cup of ice
Mix all of the ingredients in a blender and drink.
Can't wait to try it!
