Nine Sunderland workout scenes as we mark National Fitness Day

Moving back in time for a fitness photo feast

By Chris Cordner
Published 26th Sep 2023, 10:56 BST

Get moving!

National Fitness Day in the UK is held each September and we are shaping up with 9 workout scenes.

We delved into the Sunderland Echo archives for this set of photos.

Join us at the Raich Carter Centre, Seaburn Centre, Crowtree and Silksworth Community Pool.

9 workout scenes to celebrate National Fitness Day

1. Fitness at the forefront

9 workout scenes to celebrate National Fitness Day

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The Guinness workout session at Crowtree in 1983.

2. A wonderful 1983 workout

The Guinness workout session at Crowtree in 1983.

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The first water workout at Crowtree Leisure Centre with aerobics instructor Ellen Hargreaves in 1987.

3. Making a splash in 1987

The first water workout at Crowtree Leisure Centre with aerobics instructor Ellen Hargreaves in 1987.

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An exercise workout at the Seaburn Centre in September 1999.

4. Scenes from Seaburn

An exercise workout at the Seaburn Centre in September 1999.

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