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1. Belly Dancing. It’s not just for the abs—this Middle Eastern dance works every major muscle group and can be performed by women (and occasionally men) of all shapes and sizes. Find an instructor near you at shira.net.

2. Fitness Boot Camp. Not for the faint of heart, these workouts—often run by former military or law enforcement personnel—could include anything from running to calisthenics to obstacle courses, maybe even some marching and chanting.

3. Circus Arts. Haven’t you always wanted to learn the trapeze? Or the unicycle? Or Mongolian contortionism? Banish workout boredom by taking a class at a nearby circus school—you’ll find programs in New York City, St. Paul, Minn. and San Francisco, to name just a few.

4. Dodgeball. Work on your cardio, coordination and your day’s frustrations with this schoolyard favorite. Find a class at Crunch gyms (crunch.com) or visit adultdodgeball.com to find players near you.

5. Cardio Striptease. The first of these sultry sweat sessions took place in Los Angeles—where everyone from Lucy Liu to Bachelor Bob Guiney got in on the act—but versions of the class are offered at gyms across the nation.

6. Nordic Walking. Some studies found that trekking poles increased walkers’ calorie expenditure without making them feel like they were working harder. To learn the proper technique, find instructors at nordicwalker.com.

7. Self-Defense. All these classes may prolong your life—but this one may actually save it. Consult your local martial arts studio.

8. Tai Chi. The names of the poses (such as “parting wild horse’s mane”) may sound silly, but studies suggest that this Chinese martial art can lower blood pressure and prevent falls in older adults. Look for a class at your local gym, Y or community college.

9. Urban Rebounding. Put away that basketball—this class is all about the trampoline. Offered at Equinox gyms (equinoxfitness.com).

10. Yoqua. Also called “water yoga,” you get the flexibility and meditative benefits of yoga—but without the sweaty mat. Look for a class at your local Y or aquatics center.