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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER


Sugar’s threat to our health: what can gyms do? p40


A fresh take on good customer service p57


Getting involved with the grey market p52


Keeping your gym equipment healthy p61 READER SERVICES


52 Active ageing The elderly represent a large, and growing, segment of the population who need regular exercise. Kath Hudson asks why many operators are largely ignoring this opportunity


57 Welcome to my house Richard Ekstrom shares his thoughts on a very personal approach to customer service


61 A stitch in time Why should health club operators bother with preventative maintenance on their equipment? Kay Glover reports


65 Show review LIW 2012 Laura Dagg rounds up some of the highlights from this year’s event in Birmingham – from the latest product launches to the keynotes and live show fl oor sessions


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70 Members’ choice The second annual Health Club Awards took place alongside LIW in September, showcasing the best club operators around the country as voted by their members. We give an overview of this year’s winners


72 Fitness-kit.net special Studio equipment The latest product launches for your studio space: friction training from Flowin, Torq-King’s new roller-based system, SAQ’s Aerofl oor training platform, and new plyo boxes from Escape Fitness


74 Supplier showcase Matrix Fitness equips a luxury country club, while Technogym gets involved in community wellness


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