"Fitness-for-All" Sweeps Throughout Hunan

August 8 marks the 15th National Fitness Day in China. From simple traditional exercises to various trendy fitness activities，the concept of fitness has evolved greatly. Grassroots fitness competitions such as "Village BA" and " Village Super League" have sprung up across the province. Efforts have been made to expand access to sports venues, revitalize idle urban spaces, and establish 15-minute fitness circles. The idea of "Do exercise and be happy" has widely resonated, encouraging people to experience the vibrancy of both urban and rural areas through physical activity.

This year, Hunan plans to complete the construction of the main line of the 1,000-km Xiangxiang Fitness Trail, with a total footpath length of about 13,000 kilometers. It is planned to build four sports parks, no less than 850 fitness paths, and no less than 300 rural physical fitness projects in administrative villages. Furthermore, the private sector is encouraged to participate in the building of "smart community fitness centers", so as to inject new vitality into society.

The photo, taken on August 3, shows people having a morning run on the square at Pinghu Park, Hengyang City.

The photo, taken on July 28, shows a night view of a football pitch at Binjiang Sport Park, Changsha City.

The photo, taken on August 4, shows people running on treadmills at a smart fitness center in a community, Tianxin District, Changsha City.

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The photo, taken on August 1, shows people having a football match at Malanshan Yazui Park, Kaifu District, Changsha City.

The photo, taken on August 1, shows residents doing exercises on a playground at Jiudaowan Community Park, Furong District, Changsha City.   

The photo, taken on July 30, shows children playing football at Yangha Sports Park, Changsha City.

The photo, taken on August 4, shows villagers doing exercises on an outdoor sports ground at Gaotangling Neighborhood, Wangcheng District, Changsha City. 

The photo, taken on July 29, shows people practicing Taichi at the riverside of Dongjiangwan Scenic Area in Zixing City. 

The photo, taken on August 2, shows people playing basketball on a square at Yongzhou Sports Center.

The photo, taken on August 3, shows residents performing dragon dance at the Zhengshui River Scenic Belt, Hengyang City.

The photo, taken on August 3, shows residents practicing volleyball on a square at Pinghu Park, Hengyang City. 

The photo, taken on August 3, shows residents doing exercises at the Xiangjiang River Scenic Belt in Zhuzhou City. 

This article is from the Hunan Provincial Government www.enghunan.gov.cn.

Translator: Xiao Juan

Chinese source: hunantoday