In the market for a new workout? Want the scoop on popular activities like kickboxing and spinning? It’s all here. Our fitness experts rate 30 workouts, tell you how the programs work and what you’ll need to get started

workout ratings Every activity 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? * Injury Potential: how likely are you to get hurt? * Schedule Flexibility: how easy is it to squeeze into your day?

The workouts were evaluated by Tom McCann, Jay Shafran, Sharon Jackson, Grace De Simone, Nancy Chiocchi, and Liz Neporent.

Aerobic dance
The Alexander technique
Climbing
Cross country skiing
Cycling
Circuit training
Dancing
Elliptical trainer
The Feldenkrias method
Golf
Hiking
Jogging/Running
Karate
Kickboxing
Pilates
Rollerblading
Rowing
Spinning
Squash
Stair climbing
Stationary bike
Step aerobics
Stretching
Swimming
Tai chi
Tennis
Treadmill
Walking
Weight training
Yoga