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June 2015
p34 Edgard Corona, CEO of club chains BioRitmo and SmartFit, on the challenges of operating in Brazil
p80 Getting kids on the move
52 An eye for design Our new series showcasing best practice in health club design and architecture kicks off with four of our international top picks
58 Evolution not revolution Jim Graham, COO of The Gym Group, on how the low-cost pioneer is continuing its journey of innovation and success following a strategic review of its proposition
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Fitness-kit.net special FIBO launches The latest product launches from this year’s FIBO, which took place in April in Cologne, Germany
70 At home with the celebs Streamed virtual fitness classes led by celebrities are the latest craze – and one health clubs should monitor, as they reach audiences who don’t go to a gym. Amanda Ellison reports
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p50 How Fitbit cheers its users on to reach and exceed their fitness goals
74 At the touch of a button Abigail Harris takes a look at the latest software designed to facilitate bookings in all areas of operation
80 Start them young We put the spotlight on a number of new initiatives aiming to tackle the challenge of childhood inactivity
86 Old for new The demand for pre-owned gym equipment is growing, and operators can find themselves some top quality, bespoke branded kit
88 Supplier showcase We take a look at recent projects completed by Dalesauna, Xn Leisure and Gladstone
98 Family matters New research from the US shows that stressful family situations can lead to obesity in children
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