MEN wanting to improve their fitness can head down to Stillington Community Centre to be put through their paces at a boxing-inspired exercise session.

Stockton Council's Box-Fit lessons use boxing moves to work the muscles and get the heart rate up.

Each session costs £1 and the class offers men of all ages and abilities a great way to get fit and stay fit. The session includes a 15 minute health check followed by a 45 minute fitness session.

The classes run every Wednesday from 5.45pm-6.45pm. To book a place contact Simon Wardle, Stockton Council's leisure and sports development officer on 01642-524963 or email simon.wardle@stockton.gov.uk The community centre is on Lowson Street, Stillington.