FITNESS is a way of life for many people with so many sports, activities and classes available to keep our energy levels up and our minds and bodies healthy.

With Zumba classes, HIIT sessions and kick boxing as well as yoga, pilates and spin on offer, fitness fanatics are spoilt for choice.

But which of Mid Cheshire’s top gyms provides the best service?

Where do you go for a workout?

In our Best of 2024 campaign, we’ve given out 18 awards so far in Mid Cheshire for hair, nails, beauty, fitness, tattoos and breakfast, pies, roast dinner, pizza, fish and chips, dessert and cocktails as well pets and independent shop or business.

Next up we wanted to find Mid Cheshire’s best gym.

After reading all your nominations, we’ve shortlisted the top eight, who will battle it out to be named Best Gym 2024.

Now we need your help to choose an overall winner from our shortlist.

Don’t forget to pick up a copy of this week’s Mid Cheshire Guardian as the coupons inside count for five votes!

There are three ways to vote:

1. Search for the Best Gym post on our Northwich Guardian, Winsford and Middlewich or Knutsford Facebook or X (Twitter) pages and comment under the post with the name of your winner = 1 vote

2. Name your favourite in the comments section on this article via our website = 2 votes

3. Purchase a copy of this week’s Northwich and Winsford Guardian or Knutsford Guardian (August 29 edition) and fill in the entry form = 5 votes

(*NB For newspaper entries, email a screenshot of the completed entry form to heidi.summerfield@newsuqest.co.uk - please note that only original copies will be accepted. More than one entry can be submitted per person but you will be asked to provide your own unique reference code for each entry to avoid duplication eg if your name is Smith you may wish to write Smith123 or HS21! as your code. You will need to provide a different code for each different entry submitted. For full terms and conditions go to Newsquest.co.uk/terms-conditions).

Voting officially opens today, Thursday, and closes at midnight on Sunday, September 1.

We will be announcing the winner next week.

Keep an eye out for our next Best of 2024 appeal on our social media pages on Friday.

OUR EIGHT BEST GYMS SHORTLIST:

Funk FItness

Funk FItness

Funk Fitness, John Street, Winsford

One nomination said: “Simply because it’s just a lovely friendly environment!

“It’s one big team, even including children during half terms, which I think is great.”

For more details go to facebook.com/funkfitnessuk

The Strong GIrl Collective

The Strong GIrl Collective

The Strong Girl Collective, Northwich

One review on their Facebook page said: “I absolutely love what Jodie has created here in Northwich.

“It’s like a boutique gym and there’s loads of amazing kit chosen especially with women in mind.

“The vibe is friendly and welcoming and it’s women supporting other women with no judgement.”

For more details go to facebook.com/stronggirlcollectivegym

Daves Gym

Dave's Gym

Dave’s Gym, Station Road, Northwich

Regulars love the friendly atmosphere at Dave’s Gym and the huge choice of equipment.

One recommendation said: “There’s no question – the answer to this is Dave’s Gym.”

Others say they can’t imagine going anywhere else to train.

For more details go to facebook.com/DavesGymNorthwich

Namix Performance Centre

Namix Performance Centre

Namix Performance Centre, Kingfisher Court, Denton Drive, Northwich

One gymgoer said: “Great gym and the staff are friendly and very knowledgeable.”

Another said: “Their offering is second to none.”

A third said: “The best by far – nothing compares to this.”

For more details go to facebook.com/NamixPerformance

Snap Fitness

Snap Fitness

Snap Fitness, Barons Quay, Northwich

One review on their Facebook page said: “I've been a member for six months and the range of equipment is great.

“Fantastic range of classes and a very knowledgeable, friendly and approachable team, who have helped me in more ways than I can list.”

For more details go to facebook.com/snapfitnessnorthwich

Body Tech Fitness

Body Tech Fitness

Body Tech Fitness, Nat Lane Business Park, Winsford

One nomination said: “Top equipment, great staff and support community and great for beginners and advanced people, no matter what the level.”

Another said: “All the way!

“Found so many good friends and never been in a community like it.”

For more details go to facebook.com/BodyTechGyms

First Space Strength & Fitness

First Space Strength & Fitness

First Space Strength & Fitness, Winnington Business Park, Hartford

One review on their Facebook page said: “I am really enjoying the classes - great energy and vibes every time.

“Lee is definitely making a really welcoming gym community.

“I would definitely recommend First Space Strength & Fitness.”

For more details go to facebook.com/firstspacefitness

BTB FItness Academy

BTB FItness Academy

BTB Fitness Academy, The Business Centre, Barlow Drive, Winsford

One nomination said: “superb equipment, staff, times and location.”

Another said: “Good all around gym with a friendly atmosphere.”

For more details go to facebook.com/BtbFitnessAcademy