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Championing strength training p53


53 staying strong How can operators and suppliers can better champion the benefits of resistance training? We investigate


58 lease of life ThriveWell’s Erin Ercoline talks to Kate Cracknell about the DIVA exercise and nutrition programme for breast cancer patients


62 out & about Could outdoor exercise engage inactive people and even act as a feeder for gyms, asks Kath Hudson


66 earthquake update Fitness operators are still trying to get back to business after last year’s earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand. Nikitin Sallee reports


71 middle-eastern promise Liam N Fitzgerald gives an overview of the Middle East fitness market


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Hard Candy Fitness opens in Moscow p36


77 old for new Operators are increasingly appreciating the value of top quality pre-owned kit. Kath Hudson reports


80 virtual benefits Video exercise games can give more of a mental boost to older adults than exercise alone, says a new report


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86 show preview fibo 2012 This year’s event takes place in April


89 supplier showcase We take a look at recent projects from CYBEX and Concept


98 lightweights Gravy wrestling championships and drag queen workouts


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