Editor's letter:The feelgood factor Clubs must make people believe they can be active today, and make them want to be by telling them how good it will make them feel – today, says Kate Cracknell
Letters:Write to reply For those with mental health issues, the physical and social benefits of exercise can change lives, says Rob Love of British Military Fitness
UK news round-up: UK surpasses 8 million gym members, Sports Direct takes control of its first site, Apple unveils plans for its new tracking platform, and Disney drafted in to get kids fit
International news: Demonstrations in Washington DC over plans to impose a ‘fitness tax', sale of 24 Hour Fitness is completed, and Anytime Fitness opens its 2,500th club
Interview:Reynir Indahl The chair of Health & Fitness Nordic talks to Kate Cracknell about the disruptive influence of technology and the fundamental need for businesses to be useful
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Retention series:What drives you? Lose weight, tone up, get fit? Is this what your members really want from a club, and how does it affect retention? Melvyn Hillsdon reports
Management series:A matter of trust Are you a manager or a leader, and are you getting the best out of your team? Justin Tamsett offers his advice on employee motivation