Running vs. spinning: Which is better?

from shape.com

Q. My boyfriend says that running is the best way to lose weight and get fit. However, I don't like running and prefer to take step or Spinning classes, along with lifting weights. Is my program as effective as running is?

A. Actually, your program is more effective because you combine cardiovascular exercise with strength training, says San Diego fitness consultant Richard Cotton, M.A., a spokesman for the American Council on Exercise. More