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Are virtual classes the future of group ex? p58
More proof that ‘exercise is medicine’ p42
The latest studio product launches p77
How will the ‘DIY health’ trend change fitness? p39 READER SERVICES
50 Be ’appy For years it’s been possible to book hotels and trains via smartphones, but not fi tness classes. Kath Hudson examines how technology is enabling clubs to fi nally catch up
54 Creating communities Abigail Harris takes a look at the latest software designed to help members feel a sense of belonging to their gym ‘community’
58 Virtual reality Virtual classes are coming of age, bringing a new lease of life to group exercise studios. We report on this growing trend
62 Clocking in Is there a ‘correct’ time to exercise based on our internal body clocks? Kate Cracknell reviews some recent fi ndings and consults HCM’s panel of experts
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67 The great outdoors A new report into outdoor fi tness found that 100 per cent of respondents were planning outdoor classes for 2013. We take a closer look at some of those plans
71 Shake it up Do you have a vibration plate lying idle in your club? We ask suppliers for advice on how to breathe new life into this piece of kit
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tness-kit.net special Studio equipment A round-up of some of the latest product launches for your studio
81 Supplier showcase A look at projects from Technogym, Escape Fitness and Jordan
90 Lightweights A new K9 Fit Club, mascara before the gym, and a shocking sock survey
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