Workouts A-Z

In the market for a new workout? Want the lowdown on popular activities like kickboxing and spinning? It's all here.

Our fitness gurus rate every workout, and tell you how the programs work and what you'll need to get started. Plus, you'll find reviews from other iVillagers and resource links. To begin, click on an activity below.

Choose a Workout:

Workout Ratings:

Every workout is rated high , medium , or low  in the following categories, relative to other workouts:

• Cardio: Does it raise your pulse and exercise your heart?
• Flexibility: Will it increase your flexibility?
• Strength: Will it build muscles and make you stronger?
• Weight Loss: Does it burn calories and facilitate weight loss?
• Safety: Can most people perform without getting hurt?
• Cost: Will this workout break the bank? (rated from low to high cost )

The workouts were evaluated by Liz Neporant, MA - an exercise physiologist and iVillage expert.