World heptathlon silver medallist Jessica Ennis has officially opened a new-look gym at the English Institute of Sport (EIS) in Sheffield, following a six-figure refurbishment.

The Fitness Unlimited facility now boasts an 83-station fitness suite with Technogym equipment; a new group studio; and changing rooms. The gym has increased from 250sq m (2,691sq ft) to 472sq m (5,081sq ft).

Ennis was joined for the launch of the gym by ex-Olympic silver medalist and EIS regional director Peter Elliott, as well as GB wheelchair basketball players Kevin Hayes and Ian Sagar.

"The new gym looks fantastic and it has almost doubled in size. I hope it will inspire even more people to take part in fitness activities," said Ennis.

EIS Sheffield is one of 19 locations across the city currently run by Sheffield International Venues (SIV), with the Fitness Unlimited scheme rolled out to the venue in 2011.

SIV chief executive Steve Brailey said: "This further demonstrates SIV's commitment to investing in high quality, diverse facilities at great value for money to drive participation and health."

Details: www.eis-sheffield.co.uk

Image: EIS regional director Peter Elliott (back) with Kevin Hayes (front left); Jessica Ennis; and Ian Sagar (front right)