For the first time, the daily Echo is giving readers the chance to nominate their favourite fitness centre for our Gym of the Year 2025 award.

Find out how to submit your nomination below

We are calling on all fitness enthusiasts to put forward the facilities they believe deserve to be crowned the best in the wider Southampton area, including Eastleigh and the New Forest.

Whether it is the inspiring trainers, outstanding equipment or the welcoming community spirit that keeps you coming back, we want to hear all about it!

Nominations close on May 11Nominations are open until May 11 (Image: Pexels)

Here's how to nominate:

Nominations are open until May 11.

After this date, we will publish a shortlist of the top ten gyms, as chosen by you.

You will then have the opportunity to vote for the ultimate winner in May and June.

Don't miss this chance to celebrate the venues that help keep our community strong, healthy and motivated!