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Visit Health Expo, If You See Fit

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The Tampa Tribune

Published: February 21, 2009

Not signed up for next weekend's Gasparilla Distance Classic but still want a good dose of health and fitness?

The 8 On Your Side Health and Fitness Expo on Friday and Saturday at the Tampa Convention Center will offer a good look at the latest and greatest medical information and fitness gear for runners and nonrunners alike.

The expo is an excellent one-stop shop for new runners wanting to learn more. Products from socks to energy drinks are promoted, along with upcoming short- and long-distance races in Florida and across the country.

Running shoe and athletic apparel makers will open ministores at the expo, which is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, and 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Local running store vendors also will be represented.

On the health side, Tampa General Hospital is offering the first 1,000 visitors a free blood sugar and cholesterol screening. A slew of vendors also will be on hand to pitch nutritional products.

The health expo is sponsored by The Tampa Tribune's coverage partner, News Channel 8.

Members of the 4you team will be at the expo throughout the day Friday. Drop by our booth and say hello and share your thoughts. We look forward to seeing you there.

Mary Shedden

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