2025 Changsha Marathon Risk Notice
I. Health Requirements
Long-distance running is a physically demanding sport with inherent risks. Improper participation may cause physical injuries or even life-threatening conditions. Participants must be in good health with regular running training experience. They must understand and voluntarily assume risks, undergo medical examinations at certified institutions, and self-assess fitness based on reports. Choose one event (Marathon/Half Marathon/Fun Run) appropriately.
Contraindications:
- Congenital/Rheumatic heart disease
- Hypertension/Cerebrovascular disease
- Myocarditis/Other cardiac conditions
- Coronary artery disease/Severe arrhythmia
- Chest pain (angina) during mild activity
- Diabetes (uncontrolled blood sugar)
- Fever/illness within 2 weeks pre-race
- Heavy alcohol consumption/sleep deprivation pre-race
- Pregnancy
- Other unsuitable medical conditions
Medical Examination Requirements:
- Must be conducted within 12 months at Grade IIA+ hospitals
- Includes: Blood pressure + ECG (standard/24-hour dynamic/exercise stress test)
- Abnormal BP/ECG requires echocardiogram (ECG and echo not interchangeable)
- Participants bear all liability for health incidents
- Ages 70+: Submit health report (within 1 year) and proof of equivalent distance finish (within 6 months) at kit pickup
II. Race Precautions
- First physiological limit (10-20 mins): Slow down or walk 2-3 mins if experiencing discomfort
- Second physiological limit (30-35 mins): Stop immediately if encountering severe muscle/joint pain or extreme fatigue – "pushing through" may be life-threatening
- Run at your own pace – avoid comparing with others
