I tried working out at the swankiest gym chain to see if it's worth the money

Members pay $200-$300 initiation fees and $160-$250 monthly rates. They rave about the gym's amenities, which include classes taught by former Olympians and spa treatments.

While I'm content with my measly $15/month gym, I still wondered about what it's like to be a member of Equinox.

How tough are the classes? Do only beautiful people exercise there?

While I can't afford its lavish prices in the long-term, I tried Equinox for a week through a friend's guest pass. Here's what I found out.