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Having a hard time choosing which gym best suits your fitness need?

This comes as no surprise with the myriad of choices available in the Metro.

To help you decide, here are five gym brands that stand out from the rest because of the quality of service and high recommendations from gym-goers alike.

Gold's Gym

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Founded by Joe Gold in Venice Beach California more than 45 years ago, Gold's Gym is one, if not the most recognizable gym brands in the world, which can be found in at least 700 locations.

In the Philippines, Gold's Gym began in 2002 and prides itself with 300 celebrity members. Now, that's star power!

Based on their company website, they expanded from the traditional core weight lifting to offer Zumba, Pilates, Yoga, spinning, Les Mils Body Combat and many more.

Fitness First

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The privately-owned fitness club was founded in the United Kingdom started doing business in the Philippines 13 years ago. Today, Fitness First has 16 branches in the country, mostly located in Metro Manila.

Aside from the standard amenities, they offer free weights, boxing area, yoga and cycling. There are certain branches that even offer top of the line amenities. At SM Aura Premier branch, there is an obstacle course facility they refer to as Spartan Zone and swimming pool for a good cardio workout.

Anytime Fitness

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Do you want to work out at way past midnight? You can at Anytime Fitness!

Founded in Minnesota in 2002, the gym brand has over 2.5 million members in its more than 3,500 branches in 23 countries. The brand appeals to a lot of gym-goers particularly for its time convenience since it is open 24/7.

Kinetix Lab

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Located at the U.P. Ayala Techno hub, Kinetix Lab is gaining popularity with teens to young professionals as it offers a wide variety of services; from Functional Training conducted by certified personal trainers to basic to self-defense Boxing and Muay Thai.

Gym goers will also enjoy their group exercises like Zumba, Yoga, Circuit Training, Cycling, and Piloxing.

Empire Boxing

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If you want to be able to train for boxing at any time of the day or night, Empire Boxing is your dream destination.

Located at Amorsolo Street Legaspi Village, Makati City, this boxing center welcomes enthusiasts of all levels with their top caliber trainers are equipped to handle beginners, tournament competitors, and professionals.

Check out which of these gym facilities is nearest you!