Best of Boston

Best Gym

Peter Welch’s Gym

South Boston
If you prefer a gym that's a glorified spa, look elsewhere. But if you want to train like a pro, then go where actual professionals [...] read more»
2012 Best Gym, Boutique

Recycle Studio

Boston
Lycra-clad fitness freaks flock to Recycle Studio, the South End's trendy spin-only gym, for its upbeat vibe and killer playlists. And they stay for the [...] read more»
2009 Best Gym

Equinox

Boston
Too busy, too tired, too pale, too preoccupied hunting down errant sneakers...there are ample excuses to skip the gym. The trainers at Equinox dont want [...] read more»
2006 Best Gym, Neighborhood, Harvard Square

Wellbridge Athletic Club

Cambridge
Brainy Cantabrigians tone their bodies with Wellbridge's two floors of workout gear. read more»
2006 Best Gym, Neighborhood, Brookline

Beacon Hill Athletic Clubs

Brookline
This BHAC has the latest in fitness machines as well as 3,000 pounds of free weights. read more»
2006 Best Gym, Neighborhood, Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill Athletic Clubs

Boston
With 4,500 square feet of equipment and studios, the BHAC could hold its own anywhere. read more»
2006 Best Gym, Neighborhood, Back Bay

Healthworks

Boston
Sorry, fellas: This is a women-only gym, with a long list of classes and a bright, clean locker room. read more»
2006 Best Gym, Neighborhood, South End

Boston Sports Clubs

Boston
Brand-new digs on Harrison include a sparkling 4-lane, 75-foot-long pool. read more»
2006 Best Gym, Neighborhood, Jamaica Plain

Mike’s Fitness

Jamaica Plain
The fully stocked 10,000-square-foot center has great classes, and is less scary than the Y. read more»
2005 Best Gym

Fitcorp, Prudential Center

Boston
Tired of sweating on prehistoric equipment in dimly lit subterranean weight rooms? Head to Fitcorp at the Prudential Center, where floor-to-ceiling windows lend natural light [...] read more»
2004 Best Gym

Fitcorp

Boston
Let's be clear: Gyms are not health clubs. They are not about watercooler antics and needless amenities; they are about sweating. Period. And with its [...] read more»