5 /5 Fred Ledford: Started training in the gym at 14 years old. I’ve gone too pretty much every minor or major gym in Lakeland, and the Polk County area. i’m in my 50s now, and been a member of Southside for over 10 years. This place is the best gym in Lakeland! It’s never crowded, All the members are really cool and easy to get along with. And everyone that works there is always more happy to help, give advice, and makes it a point to say hi to me when I’m in. They remember your name. And it seems like they are generally glad that you’re there. You’re not just a number. If you haven’t gone, you need to check it out!