A runner smiles for the cameras. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Each runner is provided with a full goodie bag including food, memory card, official race shirt and booklet containing important information. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

More than 4,000 volunteers are ready to serve the runners along the road by handing out supplies and cheering them on. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]