Johnny Erickson, head personal trainer at Gold's Gym in Tampa for six years, caters his workouts to functional training. He's certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine and has a military and firefighter background. Erickson juggles about 40 clients who get killer core training using bands and stability balls to strengthen their abs. Gold's touts having weights up to 150 pounds, but what may surprise you is that most members aren't muscle heads, he says. ...more

October 11, 2007

As football season drives toward midfield, fans can admire each squad's athleticism, strength and agility. ...more

October 6, 2007

Alexa Donini is the standout setter and captain of the Durant High volleyball team. She is considering playing at Florida Atlantic University and holds the school record for most aces in a match with 25. ...more

September 24, 2007