Healthy competition to be named Warrington’s Best for Fitness 2023

Whether it’s yoga or pilates, body pump or spin, Zumba or Clubbercise, there is something for everyone when it comes to fitness.

But which fitness or gym instructor in Warrington is the best?

Who has what it takes to keep you going back to the gym or the same fitness class every week?

Nominations have been flooding in as we asked you to tell us whose classes or sessions you think are the best and it’s now time to reveal our shortlist.

After launching our new Best of 2023 competition in the Warrington Guardian in April, we wanted to know who you think is the area’s best gym or fitness instructor.

Now we need your help to choose the winner from our ten shortlisted nominees.

There are three ways to vote:

1. Search for the Best for Fitness shortlists post on our Warrington Guardian Facebook, Twitter or Instagram 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 Warrington Guardian (Thursday, June 1 edition) and fill in the entry form = 5 votes

(*NB For newspaper entries, email a screenshot of the completed entry form to heidi.summerfield@newsquest.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 entry submitted. For full terms and conditions go to Newsquest.co.uk/terms)

Voting officially opens today, Thursday, and closes at midnight on Monday, June 5 and we will be announcing the winner next week.

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

OUR TEN BEST FOR FITNESS FINALISTS:

Daniel Warburton

Daniel Warburton, RM Boxing and Fitness

Daniel trains the next generation of boxing super stars from his Warrington gym “dedicating his own time and resources to their success”.

One nomination said: “This is an excellent environment to train in, whatever your age, and Daniel is the best trainer by far.”

For more details go to facebook.com/RMboxingwarrington

Kelly Anne James

Kelly Anne James, Studio 1 Fitness, Warrington

According to regular gym goers, Kelly James is “outstanding” and “gets results that you wouldn’t think possible”.

One nomination said: “The results speak for themselves.

“The eight-week courses hold you accountable together with meal plans that really do work.

“By far the best in Warrington!”

For more details go to facebook.com/kellyannejamespt

Jemma Wright

Jemma Wright, FitNest, Warrington

Jemma is “very knowledgeable and approachable and has lots of energy to make her sessions fun”.

Her classes are often child-friendly and dog-friendly so there promises to be something to suit all ages, abilities and fitness levels.

One nomination said: “It’s important for children to see you keeping fit, having fun and the reward that comes from the effort you put in.”

For more details go to facebook.com/FitNest.jb

Vicky Loftas

Vicky Loftas, Fitmums, Warrington

We were inundated with nominations for Vicky as her regular fitness fanatics let us know what makes her classes so good.

She “helps people get back into shape after having children” and her “bootcamps have the best vibe”.

For more details go to facebook.com/fitmumswithvicky

Aidan Brown (Image: Image supplied)

Aidan Brown, Ascendancy Fitness, Warrington

According to one client, Aidan is “100 per cent the best around”.

One nomination said: “He’s helped me train harder than I ever have and encouraged me to accept my body and have confidence in myself.”

For more details go to facebook.com/aidanbrownpt

Nic Chorley Rae

Nic Chorley Rae, Warrington

“Nic is by far the best fitness instructor” – that’s a top class nomination!

One happy client said: “She is the most dedicated, reliable and caring person who always gives her clients 100 per cent.

“She gets the best results in half the time of other instructors in the most effective way possible.”

For more details go to facebook.com/nic.raept

Nicky Moore

Nicky Moore, JD Gym, Warrington

One recommendation said: “Nicky is hugely motivational and a great teacher, always willing to go the extra mile.

“She is an inspiration to all of us and never lets anybody down.

“What an absolute superstar!”

For more details go to facebook.com/nicky.moore.52

Robyn Ablott

Robyn Ablott, Sigma Warrington

A happy client said: “Robyn has been my absolute saviour in my pregnancy and post-natal recovery.

“She’s always supportive, encouraging and extremely knowledgeable.”

Another said: “My post-natal rehab and recovery has been amazing.

“I feel so much more confident with my training.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011709878736

Sarah Holland

Sarah Holland, Warrington

Reviews for Sarah’s classes say “you get nothing but next level support” and “she changes women’s lives, making them feel incredible”.

One nomination said: “Sarah is the most supportive coach and personal trainer and she has so much time for her clients.

“I’ve been training with Sarah for years and she’s kept me on track through some super low times.”

For more details go to facebook.com/sarah.holland.184

Leigh Jones

Leigh Jones, X12 Fitness Studio, Warrington

One regular said: “Leigh is one of the best people I have ever trained with.

“She explains everything before she starts and helps with mobility issues such as back problems.

“I had no confidence and Leigh gave me a boost.

“I love working out with her.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085177697460