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The gyms issue

We got sweaty and sore searching for the best spinning, kickboxing, dance, swimming and ab workouts in the city. It was worth it.

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Saddle sore

Saddle sore

These spin classes will take you to hell and back, all while pedaling on a stationary bike.

Gut rehab

Gut rehab

These abs classes will get you so ripped, you'll want to bring back the half-shirt.

Bust a move

Bust a move

Shake your moneymaker at these dance-based classes.

Sink or swim

Sink or swim

Make like Michael Phelps at these lap workouts around the city.

Flex symbols

Flex symbols

Eight of Chicago's sexiest fitness instructors flaunt their best assets.

Class action

Class action

A gym loner gets in the mix at a group jump-rope class.