2014 Lanzhou marathon looking for runners

The 2014 Lanzhou International Marathon is open for registration, from April 1 to 30, according to Lanzhou Evening News.

On the first day of registration, the 5-kilometer mini-marathon was almost full. Most competitors choose to register in person. Qilihe district, one of the registration spots, fulfilled its quota in just a few hours on April 1.

There are nine registration spots, and three authorized online registration websites. The organizing committee advises competitors to choose from full distance, half distance, 10 kilometers and 5 kilometers, according to how fit they are.

Citizens register for the 2014 Lanzhou International Marathon. [Photo by Ganlin/Lanzhou Evening News]

Edited by Nelly Min and Le Qin