Qiong Luo
Luo Qiong always says that it was the mountains that chose her, not the other way around. Growing up in the mountains, she spent her childhood chasing after cattle and sheep and interacting with nature. It was during her university years that she first stepped onto a trail racing course. On the race course, between snow peaks and endless meadows, she realized trail running was more than a challenge; it was a way to connect deeply with the wild. From then on, she was hooked.
Fay Dong
Fay has loved running since she was a child. After graduating, she felt lost in the monotony of corporate life. Together with her husband, she founded the Shanghai 129 Running Group—a community of 129 pro runners that meets weekly for free training and support.
Though she paused her training after having a baby, Fay believed in owning her journey. She got back on track and now proudly runs marathons in under 2 hours and 50 minutes.
Hui Bai
Hui never set out to become a full-time athlete. He worked in retail during the week and raced on weekends—until he realized all he really wanted was to live in the mountains and explore every trail, by foot or by bike.
He moved to Kunming, a city sitting at 2,000 meters above sea level, and committed to the climb. Now, with an ITRA score of 884, he’s one of the top trail runners in the world.
Beyond racing, Hui gives back—mentoring young runners who come to Kunming chasing the same dream he once had.
Xingjing Li
Ten years ago, Jing was a well-known chef, famous for his fiery dishes and long hours in a hot kitchen. Weighing nearly 100kg and working 12-hour shifts, running felt like a world away.
Then a car accident changed everything. Forced to rest with a broken arm, he realized he wanted more out of life—starting with his health. He began by running just 3 kilometers.
Years later, Jing is now a professional trail runner, a 1:10 half marathon pacer, and a coach for youth under 12. His journey proves that transformation is possible, one step at a time.
