'08 Games transformed his life

Father tells how he put on running shoes, got rid of round belly and took part in triathlons

Qu Huai gained more from his involvement in the 2008 Beijing Olympics than impressive experience to put on his resume - it helped to transform him from someone who was unfit and had a round belly into a muscular athlete.

Inspired by the example of the competitors who took part in the Games, he decided to exercise and improve his fitness.