Whether you’re a seasoned exercise enthusiast or a gym newbie, there are plenty of exciting spaces to choose from in the city – and all have their own unique selling points.
While some are huge and feature high-tech equipment, others are smaller and focus on bespoke training with the experts. From Guiseley to Seacroft, they span the length and breadth of Leeds.
So, without further ado, here’s our pick of the best gyms in the city to start your New Year’s resolutions –
7. Leodis Gym
Leodis Gym, in Easy Road, is a favourite in the city. It has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on Google Reviews, based on 70 reviews. One described it as an "awesome" space for a workout. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
8. Power Gym
The owners of Power Gym, in Guiseley, wanted to open their own space to boost the confidence of fitness newcomers – and it seems to be working, as they were almost at capacity ahead of the New Year. Photo: Simon Hulme
9. The Edge
The Edge, a fitness, sport, and wellbeing complex at the University of Leeds, has a 4.2 out of 5 star rating on Google Reviews, based on 637 reviews. One visitor said: "This is a great gym with lots of high quality equipment and friendly staff." Photo: Google
10. Bannatyne Health Club
Bannatyne Health Club Leeds, at Cardigan Fields, in Kirkstall Rd, has an extensive gym which is highly rated on Google Reviews, with 4.1 stars out of 5 based on 507 reviews. One visitor said: "I’ve been here over 20 years now and you can’t fault it." Photo: Google
11. CrossFit Leeds
CrossFit Leeds, at Kirkstall Industrial Park in Burley, is another popular choice. On Google Reviews, it has 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews. One visitor said: "Amazing gym, superb coaches and brilliant training, a great place to get motivated to crack a tough session. Really nice atmosphere and a good place to meet new people." Photo: Google
12. Motive8 North
Motive8 North, in Marshall Street, Holbeck, runs one-to-one and Group personal training sessions and holds a 5 out of 5 star Google Reviews rating, based on 43 reviews. Photo: Google