Fitness for all

Sports minister praises progress, sees expanded public campaign

China's sports minister has hailed the achievements of the mass fitness campaign, launched in 2008, and envisions a larger program to benefit more members of the general public in the next five-year plan.

Following the sixth National Fitness Day on Aug 8, public enthusiasm for exercise and fitness activities has spread throughout the country, inspiring citizens to embrace healthy lifestyles by making exercise part of their daily routine.