Keeping fit: 21 retro photos of people across Hartlepool keeping fit in gyms across the decades

By Madeleine Raine

Published 25th Mar 2025, 16:21 GMT

Gyms are used by people of all ages for a range of activities – from workout classes to fitness training.

We decided to delve into our archives and share some photos we found of people out and about in Hartlepool keeping fit over the years.

Health support officers help local residents keep fit at Bellevue sports centre in 2009. Photo: TC

Youngsters take part in a gymnastics class at the Hartlepool Gym Club in 2018. Photo: Christopher Booth

Bodywise Gym opens in Hartlepool in 2004. Photo: SH

Do you remember going to Connextion Gym? Pictured here in 2004 are some gym goers. Photo: Frank Reid

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