A $100,000 prize pool will be distributed to winning runners following the RUN X final.

Register your facility to RUN X, the World Treadmill Championship

Q: Who can participate in RUN X?

Any runner of any age, nationality, or fitness level can complete a 5K run as part of the RUN X World Treadmill Championship.

Q: How can my club or facility sign up for the championship?

When registration opens to businesses in the first quarter of 2026, you’ll be able to affiliate your fitness club or center. Sign up o n this page to get notified when registrations open.

Q: How do runners register for the championship?

When registration opens, runners from around the world can find an eligible fitness club or center near them and sign up to be a part of the competition as part of that club or facility.

Q: How do runners run their 5K?

Runners will be able to select from affiliated fitness clubs and centers nearby and around the world.

Q: Is there a registration fee?

Details on registration fees and payment methods will be forthcoming.

Q: What equipment do I need to compete?

Your club or center will need to have at least one Technogym treadmill with a Wi-Fi connection. Additional technical requirements will be forthcoming.

Q: How can I receive updates?

Sign up on this page to receive updates and be the first to hear the latest news and learn when registration opens for fitness clubs and centers.

The new frontier of running starts here

RUN X is a unique, connected 5K competition that brings together elite and recreational runners from around the world to compete on a global stage. Created by Technogym, the world leader in wellness and fitness innovation, and World Athletics, the global authority in athletics, RUN X brings the future of running to life.

RUN X—BY TECHNOGYM & WORLD ATHLETICS

HOW RUN X WORKS

From training to global competition and member recognition, RUN X offers a complete, engaging system that keeps participants motivated and connected.Runners log their 5K runs on compatible Technogym treadmills at RUN X Official Centers for their chance to progress from Qualifications to Regionals to Finals. Results automatically sync to the RUN X App and global leaderboards, enabling participants to track their performance at both facility and worldwide levels and share their progress with the community.At each stage, achievements are celebrated through digital badges, medals, awards, and shared moments.

DRIVE ENGAGEMENT

Create excitement through global leaderboards and real‑time updates.

ENSURE VERIFIED RESULTS

Deliver certified runs through the Technogym Ecosystem.

POWER YOUR

MARKETING

Leverage ready‑to‑use assets designed to engage your community.

REWARD TOP PERFORMANCE

The top runners at the end of the championship will share a $100,000 prize pool.

QUALIFICATION

JULY TO SEPTEMBER

Participants run certified 5K runs in any RUN X Official Center.

Regionals

OCTOBER

Top performers in each age group and division compete in supervised events hosted in RUN X Official Centers.

WORLD FINALS

DECEMBER

The strongest runners from around the world meet in an iconic location for the live final event.

Why become a RUN X Official Center

GAIN GLOBAL EXPOSURE

As an Official RUN X Center, you can attract serious runners by offering a unique challenge.

BOOST MOTIVATION

Offer your community an exciting opportunity to train, qualify, and compete in a global event.

ATTRACT NEW RUNNERS

Draw attention from passionate runners and fitness enthusiasts and bring in new memberships.

EQUIP YOUR BUSINESS

Gain a complete toolkit, including marketing assets and material, to ensure success.

HOW TO JOIN THE RUN X NETWORK

With your annual affiliation fee, you’ll gain full access to the entire RUN X ecosystem—including software, leaderboards, marketing assets, and merchandise—to help you deliver a world-class running experience.

1. Sign the participation agreement

2. Prepare Your Equipment

3. Appoint Your RUN X SPECIALIST

4. Activate the Experience