The 24 solar terms, consisting of 12 major solar terms and 12 minor solar terms, were created thousands of years ago by the ancient Chinese to guide agricultural production.
Today, the culture behind the terms provides useful guidance to people's lives as each term features special food, cultural ceremonies and healthy living tips.
Winter Solstice, also known as "Dong Zhi" in Chinese, is the 22nd of the 24 Solar Terms on the Chinese lunar calendar and falls on December 22 this year. Winter Solstice has the longest night of the year and marks the beginning of deep winter.
No pains, no gains. Just as the causality of farming and harvesting, working out with diligence and consistency will lead you to a healthy situation physically and mentally. Each drop of sweat during the exercise will witness your improvement, becoming stronger, more confident -- and being the best version of yourself!
Have a touch upon the vitality and passion of outdoor exercising together with Xinhua images!
Photo by: Chen Wei, Wu Zhizun, Du Zixuan, Ding Lei, Li He, Bei He, Ren Qianyu
