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STOCKHOLM STOCKHOLM HEALTHY \ Swedes have been described as “handsome, hi-tech and healthy.” \ Sport and an outdoor lifestyle is important in Stockholm, with 72% of the population practicing sport up to twice a week. \ 86 From a very young age, children are encouraged to be active and participate in all sports. STATE OF MIND \ Whatever the weather, people are active in Stockholm. But seasonal variation does mean there is a need for function over fashion and so residents demand high performance sporting gear. \ Almost 54% of Nike’s target consumers in Stockholm goes to gym. 87 STATE OF MIND