IF you're serious about getting in shape, we're fairly sure that the best way is to hire a personal trainer. This isn't based on rigorous scientific research. It's an opinion formed from talking to friends who suddenly look a lot healthier and slimmer, and finding the 'secret' is always the same – a personal trainer.

The Y Club in Castlefield has a team of personal trainers on stand-by – all tried and tested and ready to help you reach your fitness goals.

They help all kind of people – new mums who want their figure back, 30-somethings not keen on their new middle-aged shape, fitness enthusiasts training for their next challenge, sports people recovering from injury.

It's all about healthy and sustainable weight loss, better tone and muscle strength, and improved flexibility. Plus renewed energy and wellbeing. And who wouldn't want all that?

At The Y Club, you get a full fitness and health assessment as part of the initial session. Then your trainer designs a bespoke training programme focused on ensuring you meet your goals. They guide you through the workouts, helping you get the best results by ensuring you challenge yourself and stay motivated.

The personal trainers are all qualified in nutrition so they can help you achieve a healthy and balanced diet. They believe in making sure you feel comfortable so don't worry about being put on an extreme diet or being pushed beyond your limit. They help you change your habits for life, rather than just a few months.

In this competition you can win five personal training sessions at the Manchester Y Club. To enter, just click the red button.

To find out more about personal training sessions at the Y Club please contact Rich Brodie by email on richbrodie@yclub.org.uk or on 0161 837 3535.