Cambridge Athletic Club, Cambridge

Why should you become a member of Cambridge Athletic Club? Just ask the satisfied customers whose stories populate the gyms' testimonials page. Each one attests to the welcoming atmosphere, motivated trainers, and "impeccably maintained" facilities that make each fitness journey that much easier.

And best of all: There's something at CAC for everyone. At the gym's main locations, the instructors lead a wealth of personal-training and group fitness classes that range from boxing and boot camps to yoga and cycling. For the sporting type, they boast regulation-size basketball and squash courts, and a full complement of cardio and strength-training equipment awaits solo fit-seekers. The women's-only fitness area ensures ladies can sweat and carve out toned physiques without having to actually fight the Male Gaze. And registered dietician Jess Edelglass provides nutrition counseling to help clients maintain a healthy lifestyle after heading home.