Southside Barbell is the culmination of years of experience in the personal training and gym business by owner Mark Bodine.
Lakeland's premier gym and personal training studio.
🕗 24/7 Access
🏋🏼♂️ Personal Training
🙋🏻♂️🙋🏻♀️ Group Classes
📍 4226 Old Rd 37 Lakeland, FL
https://ssbarbell.com/link-in-bio A seasoned personal trainer with over 20 years under his belt, Mark worked at local gyms for years before branching out and starting his own personal training studio in 2006. Outgrowing the original space, Mark expand
09/11/2026
Today we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the families, friends, and communities who were forever changed.
We honor the courage of the first responders, service members, and everyday people who stepped up when it mattered most.
25 years later, we remember. 🇺🇸🕯️
Not sure what to do when you walk into the gym? We’ve got you. 👇
Our workout board changes every week with workouts for different fitness levels, so you can walk in, pick a workout, and get started without having to spend 20 minutes figuring out what to do.
Feeling unmotivated? Pick one off the board.
Not sure where to start? Pick one off the board.
Need to switch things up? You know what to do 😉
And yes… this week’s workout was a little aggressive. 😂
Stop in, check the board, and give this week’s workout a try — if you dare
09/04/2026
Does this look like the same gym?
It is.
The sun went down.
Your goals didn’t.
Open 24/7 🌙
If you remember the Palm Cinema, you probably have a memory from this place. 🌴
The original Palm Cinema was here from 1986–2016, and so many people grew up going to movies here with friends, family, and probably a few too many snacks. 😂
When we took over the building, we wanted to keep a little piece of that history around. That’s where Palm Fitness Complex came from.
We kept as many of the original palm trees as we could and even added more.
It may be a gym now, but we love that the palms are still here — and that this building gets to be part of the community’s story in a whole new way. 🌴💙
From movie nights to workout nights.
Some battles simply cannot be avoided 🥷
Yes, motherhood changes your life, but it doesn’t mean you have to put yourself last.
Setting aside time to move your body, build your strength, and take care of your health isn’t selfish—it’s essential. Our kids are watching everything we do. Long before they listen to our advice, they’re paying attention to how we treat ourselves, how we handle hard things, and how we prioritize our own well-being.
Taking care of you is taking care of them. Showing up for your health isn’t taking away from your family; it’s showing your babies that taking care of your mind and body matters.
You have every right to take up space, build your strength, and feel good in your own skin—right in the middle of this season.
Tag a mom who needs this reminder today. 🤍
Leg day doesn’t always mean squats. 🏋️♂️
From machines to movement prep, there are endless ways to build lower-body strength safely and effectively. If you're ready to switch up your routine or learn how to make the equipment work best for your goals, our trainers are here to guide you every step of the way.
Comment "LEG DAY" or drop by the front desk to book a session with a trainer today! 📲✨
08/22/2026
THIS IS THE SECRET!!!