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Sian Traynor

Edinburgh Commonwealth Pool unveil plush new gym after massive makeover

Edinburgh Leisure have announced the Commonwealth Pool gym has now reopened following a huge makeover.

The site on Dalkeith Road had been closed to the public for a couple of weeks to allow works to be carried out, with the new state-of-the-art equipment ready to go.

Looking down over the main swimming pool and diving area, images of the new gym showed some impressive new features and areas to train.

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Speaking on social media, Edinburgh Leisure confirmed the exercise area has undergone an expensive upgrade, featuring new cardio machines, weights and more.

The new site is now open (Edinburgh Leisure)

As well as weighted machines, the new kitted-out gym also includes an open area for free-weights, with racks also filled up with resistance bands, kettlebells and ropes.

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Now fully-reopened, Edinburgh Leisure said: "We are extremely excited to announce the gym at the Royal Commonwealth Pool has now officially reopened following a major refurbishment and upgrades!

The gym has brand new equipment (Edinburgh Leisure)

"Be sure to come along and try out the gym for yourself, let us know what you think when you do."

Have you tried out the new Commonwealth gym? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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