Gym ¦ Park ¦ Pool

Attending a gymnasium in London can be a costly affair. A number of large chains provided the option of multi-facility usage which can be advantageous.

Unfortunately the equipment and layout of most London gyms are not orientated toward functional training or olympic weightlifting. Outdoor gyms are fairly scarce too.

A good alternative however is to check out your local council owned leisure centre. These are now generally managed by private companies and offer good value for money. Another option is to start training at home. If you select your equipment wisely, this is very affordable and one can create intense workouts in fairly confined spaces.

London is also blessed with many wonderful parks and commons, many of which offer sporting fields and facilities. Whether you're after a jog, away from the polluted streets, a little kick about, or challenging obstacle course, this might be the option for you.

For private and personal training venues, see our personal training page.

Should you fail to find a facility suitable for your sport type, check out our sports page or contact us with your query.

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