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It's exercise and nutrition advice too at women only gym
A NEWLY opened ladies-only gym is offering a package of exercise with nutritional advice.
Smeara Ahmed and sister-in-law Farzana Majeed took on the site of former gym Body Flex, which went into administration, and opened up their own Body Bliss venture.
It is based at the former Calder Work-shops in Gibbet Street, Halifax.
Smeara was already a trained gym instructor and nutritionist and is now also training as a personal trainer.
She and Farzana agreed to take on an apprentice through CMS Vocational Training Ltd in Huddersfield in return for funding to give further training to their instructors.
And working with NHS Calderdale the gym is offering a weight management scheme to members.
With already more than 200 members, aged from 18 to 65, Body Bliss is aimed at encouraging more women to lead healthier lifestyles.
"It's a massive gym and everyone is really impressed with it," said Smeara.
"Often women feel intimidated in a mixed environment so this is a secure gym for them, run by women.
"Our instructors work closely with the ladies.
"Members are saying they really appreciate the nutrition side as a lot of people don't know what to do apart from exercise."
The gym has been fitted out with new equipment and rooms, including an aerobics studio and a sauna and steam room.
Rugby League star Damian Gibson, former Halifax player who now plays for the Sheffield Eagles, was invited to the gym on its launch day.
There was also a street dance performance to give a sample of what is available.
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