Registration and inquiry hotline: 010-85804917
Email: fmc@fmc100.com
Official website: Sina Outdoor Channel or www.fmc100.com
Official Weibo: China Fitness Mountains Mountaineering Race
WeChat public account: China Fitness Mountains Mountaineering Race
Make mountains more fun!
This is an annual event that blends travel and outdoor sports
Regardless of age, region, profession, or background
We come together because of our love for nature and sports
Enjoy sweating, delicious food, great mountains, and friendship
Relax your body and mind, let your ideals soar
Make mountains more fun
Basic Information about the Event
The "China Fitness Mountains Mountaineering Race" is currently the largest themed mountaineering race in China. With the goal of promoting national fitness, the organizing committee has pioneered the combination of professional-level competition and mass sports activities in accordance with the "Mountaineering Competition Rules of the Chinese Mountaineering Association." The "China Fitness Mountains Mountaineering Race" is held annually at renowned peaks that meet the "China Fitness Mountains" criteria, aiming primarily to popularize mountain outdoor sports, showcase the charm of China’s famous mountains, promote ecological and environmental protection, and advance the sustainable development of scenic areas.
2013 Event Organizational Structure
Organizers:
Chinese Mountaineering Association
Chinese Scenic Areas Association
Event Organizer:
Shanshui Minghe (Beijing) Sports Culture Communication Co., Ltd.
Event Partners:
Sanqingshan Scenic Area Management Committee
Jinhua Mountain Shuanglong Scenic Area Management Committee
Kongtong Mountain Administration
Huashan Scenic Area Management Committee
Xinjiang Tianchi Management Committee
China Fitness Mountains Member Units:
Huashan
Mount Heng
Mount Sanqing
Jinhua Mountain
Kongtong Mountain
Xinjiang Heavenly Lake
Co-organizing Media:
CCTV-5 "Extreme Sports"
China National Radio
China Radio International
Sina.com Outdoor Channel
Green Field Network
"Mountain Wilderness & China Outdoor" Magazine
"China Scenic Spots" Magazine
Scenery Network
1. Event Schedule
April 8, 2013 – Registration begins
April 22, 2013 – Event launch ceremony
0:00 on the registration day of each competition area Registration deadline (or when maximum registration capacity is reached)
May 19, 2013 – Competition in Mount Sanqing, Jiangxi
June 16, 2013 – Competition in Jinhua Mountain, Zhejiang
July 7, 2013 – Competition in Kongtong Mountain, Gansu
August 4, 2013 – Competition in Huashan, Shaanxi
August 25, 2013 – Competition in Xinjiang Heavenly Lake
September 2013 – China Fitness Mountains Summit Forum, with invited award-winning athletes to attend
The above event schedule is subject to the official webpage published on Sina Outdoor Channel
2. Competition Route Release
The organizing committee will release the competition route information one month before the competition date in each area:
A. The route information published on the official webpage of the event on Sina Outdoor Channel shall prevail;
B. Competition route information includes: route maps, elevation profiles (showing altitude changes and slopes), start and finish points, supply stations, and other key point details;
Competition Categories and Award Settings
1. Competition Categories
In 2013, the event featured 5 regional divisions, each offering 4 participant categories:
(1) Men’s/Women’s Speed Category: A mountain climbing category focused on speed, with a certain level of athletic intensity. Primarily aimed at professional athletes and enthusiasts of mountaineering and trail running. Performance is based on finishing time, and all finishers receive regional points and winning rewards.
(2) Family Pair Category: A mass-participation mountain climbing category for families, with a short distance and low intensity. Consists of one adult aged 18–60 years old + one youth aged 12 or older but under 18, forming a family unit to compete. The finishing time is based on the longer of the two participants’ times, and all finishers receive winning rewards.
(3) Fitness Category: Focused mainly on participation rather than competition. Individuals compete without recorded timing, and all who complete the course within the designated time receive a finisher certificate and souvenir.
2. Competition Awards
(1) The points earned by speed category participants across the 5 regional divisions are totaled. The top 8 male and female athletes each receive medals, award certificates, and prizes. The top 5 also receive prize money, and the top 3 receive trophies. (See the competition point table for point details.)
(2) Each regional division has separate awards for the men’s and women’s speed categories. The top 30 male and female athletes in each regional division receive medals, award certificates, prizes, and corresponding points. The top 10 in each regional division also receive prize money.
(3) Each regional division includes awards for the family pair category, with the top 30 pairs receiving medals, award certificates, and prizes.
(4) In the fitness category of each regional division, all participants who complete the course within the designated time receive a finisher certificate and souvenir.
(5) Each regional division awards the Sportsmanship Award, Best Effort Award, Fashion Fitness Award, and Best Team Award, which are determined by a vote of the judging panel.
(6) The specific rewards for each award are subject to the reward list published by the organizing committee on the official event webpage (Sina.com).
(7) The specific rewards for the event are as follows:
Eligibility and Registration
1. Eligibility:
A. Participants may register individually or as a team (no official team competition).
B. Participants in the speed category must be aged 18–60 (from January 1, 1954 (inclusive) to January 1, 1996 (inclusive)).
C. Speed category participants should have experience in long-distance endurance events (such as mountaineering or trail running), ensure they are in good health, possess strong physical fitness, and be suitable for participating in mountain climbing competitions. Participants must submit a health certificate issued by a county-level or higher hospital within the last 6 months before the competition (a copy of the health certificate must be provided upon check-in for verification).
D. The family pair category consists of one adult aged 18–60 (from January 1, 1954 (inclusive) to January 1, 1996 (inclusive)) + one youth aged 12 or older but under 18 (from January 1, 1996 (inclusive) to January 1, 2002 (inclusive)). Participants must be in good health and suitable for mountain climbing. The adult in the family pair must be capable of taking care of the youth and assuming corresponding responsibilities.
E. Fitness category participants must be aged 18–60 (from January 1, 1954 (inclusive) to January 1, 1996 (inclusive)), and must be in good health and suitable for mountain climbing fitness activities.
F. Upon collecting the competition kit before the event, all participants must present valid identification registered during registration. Minors must be accompanied by a guardian.
G. A competition registration fee must be paid prior to the event.
H. Athletes banned or suspended by the Chinese Mountaineering Association are not eligible to participate.
2. Registration Methods
A. Online registration with online payment:
Visit the event’s official webpage on Sina Outdoor, read the participant guidelines, fill out the registration form, and pay the registration fee via Alipay. Registration is confirmed upon receipt of the confirmation email from the organizing committee.
B. Online registration with bank transfer:
Visit the event’s official webpage on Sina Outdoor, read the participant guidelines, fill out the registration form, then pay the registration fee via bank transfer (please indicate name and category entered). After payment, please send an email to fmc@fmc100.com or call 010-85804917 to confirm payment with the organizing committee. Once the payment is received, the organizing committee will update the participant’s record to “paid” and send a confirmation email to the registered email address.
The bank account details for payment of the registration fee are as follows:
Industrial and Commercial Bank of China
Account: 6217220200004629196
Name: Sun Xiaoyan
China Construction Bank
Account: 6227000015850216822
Name: Sun Xiaoyan
C. Registration at Designated Registration Points:
Participants may read the competition guidelines, fill out the registration form, and pay the registration fee at the officially designated registration points for the event. Whether the registration is successful will be subject to the confirmation receipt issued by the organizing committee.
The event organizing committee will publish the list of authorized registration points on the official webpage of the Sina Outdoor Channel.
D. Telephone Registration:
Participants may call the registration hotline of the event organizing committee to request a registration form (which can be sent via fax or email), complete and submit the form (by fax, email, or courier), and pay the registration fee via bank transfer, Alipay, or other methods.
E. Group Registration:
For group registrations of 10 or more people, please contact the event organizing committee directly to arrange registration. Contact number: 010-85804917.
3. Registration Period and Entry Limits
A. Registration Time: From 00:00 on April 8, 2013, until 00:00 on the day before the competition day (i.e., the check-in day) at each competition zone, or until the maximum number of participants set by the event is reached.
B. Speed Race Group Entry Limit per Zone: The total number of male and female participants shall not exceed 200.
C. Family Double and Fitness Group Entry Limit per Zone: The total number of participants shall not exceed 1,000.
4. Registration Fee:
(1) Speed Race Group: 150 RMB per person per zone
(2) Family Double Group: 200 RMB per family per zone
(3) Fitness Group: 100 RMB per person per zone
(4) Groups of 10 or more participants enjoy discounted registration fees. For details, please contact the registration hotline: 010-85804917.
(5) The registration fee includes:
– Accident insurance
– Competition kit, including race bib, Event Guide, commemorative T-shirt, backpack, etc.
(6) The registration fee does not include transportation to/from the competition venue or accommodation and meals during the event.
Once registration is successful and the confirmation receipt is received, participants may not change their registered name or request a refund of the registration fee unless there is a valid reason approved by the organizing committee.
Competition Check-in and Zone Service Centers
1. Each competition zone will set up a service center at the competition venue during the event. The specific location and contact information will be published on the official Sina Outdoor Channel webpage.
2. Services provided by the service centers include:
A. On-site and telephone consultations
B. Provide consultation services on the WeChat public platform for the event (Account: China Fitness Mountains Mountaineering Race);
C. Services include race check-in, prize collection, and score inquiry;
D. Lost and found services;
E. Emergency medical services;
3. Check-in Time: The check-in time for each competition area is from 10:00 to 22:00 on the day before the race day. All athletes must check in during this period. If delayed due to transportation or other reasons, please contact the event service center promptly;
4. Check-in Procedure:
A. Check in using the ID used during registration. Having the QR code identity received upon registration will make the process more convenient;
B. Participants in the speed group must present a health certificate;
C. Receive your race bib and event guide, as well as souvenirs such as T-shirts and backpacks;
D. Familiarize yourself with the race route, refreshment stations, emergency medical services, and other details through the event guide and the information boards at the competition area service center;
Support for Team Entries
Community organizations and enterprises are important contributors to national fitness. To encourage team registrations, the organizing committee will provide the following support to team organizers:
1. Teams participating in the race (10 people or more) will enjoy a discount on registration fees. For details, please contact the registration hotline: 010-85804917;
2. The organizing committee will assist organizers with transportation and accommodation arrangements to and from the race location based on actual conditions;
3. A special “Best Team Award” will be presented to outstanding teams;
4. Teams are allowed to use their own personalized flags, logos, and wear uniform clothing during the race. The organizing committee will also feature the names of participating teams in event promotions;
The Magical QR Code
To better organize and deliver services for the event, the organizing committee has implemented a QR code-based race management system since 2013. In addition to traditional methods, participants can also use a QR code to take part in the race. Here’s how it works:
1. Participants who register online will receive an encrypted QR code that uniquely identifies them after registering on the website. This QR code serves as a permanent identity marker for the participant in the “China Fitness Mountains Series Races” and can be used annually;
2. The QR code obtained through online registration will be sent to participants via SMS and email. Participants can also log in to the registration website at any time to retrieve their QR code;
3. Participants who register through non-internet channels will receive a printed QR code badge upon arrival at the competition venue for check-in;
4. On the day of race check-in, participants can use their mobile phone or printed QR code for quick check-in, including identity confirmation, bib collection, and race apparel pickup;
5. During the race, participants can scan their QR code (mobile/printed/organizer-issued badge) at checkpoints along the route and at the finish line to record their results. They can also obtain a finisher’s certificate with their name and results printed on it at the event service center, and view their results on the official event website via the QR code;
6. Participants can continue to use this QR code to quickly register for future “China Fitness Mountains Series Races.”
Risks and Emergency Medical Services
1. Risk Advisory
Mountain climbing is a sport with certain inherent risks. The level of risk depends on factors such as the duration of the race, difficulty (total elevation gain relative to total distance), weather, trail conditions, and the individual health level of participants. Long-distance races have higher physical demands, and it is recommended that participants be in good health and have prior experience in activities such as mountain climbing and running.
The organizing committee prohibits individuals with the following medical conditions from participating. Participants bear full responsibility for any consequences resulting from non-compliance:
A. Heart disease patients (e.g., congenital heart disease, rheumatic heart disease, myocarditis, etc.);
B. Patients with hypertension and cardiovascular diseases;
C. Patients with coronary heart disease and severe arrhythmia;
D. Patients with diabetes or hypoglycemia;
E. Other patients with diseases unsuitable for physical activity.
2. Emergency Medical Assistance Services
The event organizing committee will set up emergency medical service stations and ambulances along the race route.
3. Service Personnel
The event organizing committee will arrange volunteers at the start and finish points, each aid station, emergency medical service stations, and other locations to assist with medical care and maintain race order. Participants may seek help at any time.
4. Insurance
The event organizing committee provides group accident insurance for all participants and staff.