He has never been a head coach. He has never even been 33 years old. But what was the big deal about standing before cameras Saturday? Make a hole, the new guy's here. ...more

January 18, 2009

How young is the new coach? When he shows up at the Senior Bowl, he's going to get carded, writes Martin Fennelly. ...more

January 17, 2009

Without a team roster in hand, there is always one failsafe way to spot East Lake forward Javon Bostic from his teammates on the field. ...more

December 13, 2008

As owner of Tampa's Stroller Strides franchise, Ginger Couden knows plenty of new moms who want to return to top shape without leaving the baby with a sitter. She herself found the "workout-with-your-little-one" concept after gaining 50 pounds during her first pregnancy. ...more

September 6, 2008

A total body workout is the key for teenagers wanting to be in great shape, says Shawn Balow, a personal trainer at Tampa's Downtown YMCA. He should know, as Balow, 33, oversees conditioning for the student athletes at Plant High School, where he's a business education teacher and track coach. ...more

January 31, 2008

If you want a personal trainer who can whip you and your diet into shape, you're looking for Karl Mackey. A master personal trainer at Calta's 24/7 Fitness in south Tampa, he's been working with clients for 15 years. He's certified by the International Fitness Professionals Association. Mackey, 31, started natural bodybuilding at 18 and claims the title of Mr. Tampa Bay, Mr. Florida and Mr. All South. He also was a finalist for Mr. U.S.A. and Mr. Universe. Mackey trains clients ages 15 to 80. He says there's no such thing as too old when it comes to working out and staying fit. ...more

October 18, 2007

HOLIDAY - The mother of a 23-year-old man shot in the chest by a Pasco County deputy last night says her son wasn't armed with knife he was holding a metal spatula. ...more

October 17, 2007

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

Here's a great total-body workout that focuses on developing upper-back strength and hip stability. You'll also hit the back, shoulders, biceps, abs, glutes, quads and hamstrings. Grab a flat bench and get rowing. ...more

October 4, 2007