Anny Kim

Jumping on the health and fitness train isn’t a fad—it’s a lifestyle! A good place to start is by joining one of these NYC gyms. We understand finding the perfect fitness center that won't cost you an arm and a leg can feel like a huge feat. We prefer you save your precious energy for the gym, so we’ve sweated through the city’s most budget-friendly health clubs across all five boroughs to ease your search. Here’s our essential list of our favorite places to get our blood pumping which offer memberships among other perks like new fitness classes (and some non-traditional, weird fitness classes, too). Dive in and then go treat yourself to the best bagels in the city. You earned it. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to fitness in NYC

While gyms have finally begun to reopen, there's still some hesitation among New Yorkers about going in since the pandemic is still a reality. Thankfully, those of us not ready to return to the mat, equipment or punching bags indoors have a lot of options—fitness studios are still offering an outdoor option.   Even so, with cooler days ahead of us, you may just want to be outside as much as possible. These fitness classes offer a healthy dose of endorphins with a side of vitamin D. RECOMMENDED: Find the best NYC fitness classes and gyms

You may have already booked a reservation at one of the city's most romantic restaurants, but if you're looking for some of the best things to do on Valentine's Day, don't neglect New York City's unparalleled fitness scene. Some of our favorite boutique-fitness studios and gyms are sponsoring events like two-for-one deals, team challenges and massage workshops, or even raffling off prizes just for showing up. So whether you're rolling solo or with your S.O., check out our list to keep you moving this weekend—if only to burn off all that chocolate and candy.RECOMMENDED: Find more Valentine's Day ideas in NYC

NYC’s best gyms and health clubs offer awesome fun and cool fitness classes all year round, but that doesn’t stop us from using all sorts of excuses to get out of a tough sweat sesh. One that really comes in handy? Pricey gym memberships and class fees. But this month, get those happy endorphins flowing without spending a dime, thanks to these 10 free workout classes offered in the city. Better yet? Now you can finally justify purchasing some cute activewear from NYC’s best fitness gear shops.RECOMMENDED: Find the best NYC fitness classes and gyms