The 2008 Los Angeles FitExpo™ Celebrates All That’s Hot in Fitness, February 15-17 at the Los Angeles Convention Center

California’s largest and best-known fitness event, The Los Angeles FitExpo produced by National Fitness Productions, Inc. in association with Iron Man Magazine and presented by Gaspari Nutrition and BodyBuilding.com, returns to Los Angeles Friday, February 15 through Sunday, February 17, with more competitions, demonstrations, seminars and fitness exhibits than ever before. Now in its fifth year, for the first time The Los Angeles FitExpo will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 South Figueroa Street, West Hall B.







Thousands of fitness enthusiasts from Southern California and around the world will come together to celebrate fitness in all of its many forms, as the image of California as the nation’s fitness leader is heightened by this multifaceted event. With over 100,000 square feet of exhibit and programming space, attendees will find over 150 exhibits offering the newest in fitness, diet, nutrition, strength and wellness products and services. The Los Angeles FitExpo offers something for everyone, from weekend workout devotees to those who make their career out of being in shape.







The Los Angeles FitExpo features non-stop complimentary seminars presented by leaders in fitness including Jay Cutler, two-time and current Mr. Olympia; Chris Carlisle, Rose Bowl-winning USC’s Head Strength & Conditioning Coach; “The Ice Man” Chuck Liddell, UFC Champion; Dr. Mark Gordon, anti-aging expert and Medical Director, Millennium Health Centers. Inc.; Dr. Tom Deters, former Editor-in-Chief of Muscle & Fitness and IFFB pros Phil Heath and Silvio Samuel. Michael Torchia, President/Founder of Operation Fitness.com, will offer strategies for creating a fitness program for the entire family.







The Eleanor Group will once again present the Beauty and Wellness seminar track. Experts will offer news on the latest advances in the field of cosmetic surgery, anti-aging, and diet and nutrition. An array of information on spa and fitness programs will also be available.







New for 2008, Operation Fitness "Teen Strength and Fitness Challenge” a strength competition and obstacle course for teenagers, will take place on Saturday, February 16 at11 AM at Performance Area B. Teens in three age categories will compete for prizes in an event that will inspire them to use their imagination to integrate fitness into their daily lives.