Thousands of nominations were made, with fitness fans across the borough putting forward their favourite gyms in a bid to see them crowned best in the borough.
The shortlist features a mix of independent gyms and specialist fitness centres alongside more modern facilities, all of which play a key role in helping Bolton residents stay active, healthy and motivated.
With the New Year well under way, many people will already be working through their resolutions, with getting fitter and healthier high on the list.
From welcoming complete beginners who may need one-to-one support on gym equipment, to creating strong fitness communities and delivering specialist training, each gym on the shortlist brings something unique to Bolton.
The top 10 shortlisted gyms are:
CFUF Gym – Bark Street
Future Fitness – Farnworth
Grapple Clinic – Farnworth
Hybrid Performance Centre – Westhoughton
Insync Personal Training – Bradshaw
Optimal Performance Centre – Egerton
REAL GYM 24/7 –Bertha Street
Stealth Brazilian Jiu Jitsu – Halliwell Road
The Colony Health and Fitness Gym – Bark Street
Warrior Gym – Halliwell
Newsquest’s Regional Editor North West and Editor of The Bolton News, Richard Duggan, praised the shortlisted gyms for their impact on the community.
He said: “It is wonderful to highlight the contribution of local gyms who are helping to support members in their quest to be healthy and take more exercise.
“The region has a number of gyms of all sizes, all dedicated to serving their communities.
“A huge congratulations to everyone on the shortlist. Please do pick up a copy of the Bolton News to vote for your favourite gym over the next two weeks.”
The Bolton News Best Gym
Readers will soon have their say, as voting slips will be available in paper copies of The Bolton News from Monday, January 19.
Votes will be counted over the following weeks, with the winner set to be announced soon after.