RUN X World Treadmill Championship: Official Rules

Part 1: Rules for Runners

1. Eligibility and Registration

• Age: You must be 18 years of age or older.
• Registration: You must create a personal RUN X identification (ID) via the official website (www.runx.org) or on a compatible treadmill console at an Official Center. Each runner can have only one RUN X ID.
• Select an Official Center: You can select an Official Center for your runs. The list will be available soon on runx.org and you will be notified.
• Personal Details: You must provide the following information: your country shown on your passport, date of birth, and sex at birth. This information is final and cannot be modified for the duration of the competition.
• Acceptance: You must accept RUN X Terms and Conditions and the Privacy Policies. You also agree that your profile information (name/nickname and profile picture/avatar) will be publicly displayed on the global ranking.

2. Health, Safety, and Assumption of Risk

3. The Race: Rules of Conduct and Fair Play

• Login: You must log in to compatible Technogym treadmills with your personal RUN X ID to record an official time. Failure to do so will nullify your result.
• Anti-Doping and Integrity: You must comply with all World Athletics regulations, including the Integrity Code of Conduct and Anti-Doping Rules. You agree to compete drug-free and cooperate with any investigation conducted by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU).
• Prohibited Actions: Any conduct that could alter your time or compromise safety is strictly forbidden and will lead to disqualification. This includes:

1. Using unauthorized aids or assistance.
2. Leaning on the side rails, screen, or any external support.
3. Stepping off the running surface onto the side supports.
4. Artificially creating favorable conditions, such as a negative incline.
5. Alternating with other runners in a relay style.

4. Championship Stages and Progression

• Held at all Official Centers.
• You can have one certified run per day during designated race windows.
• Your single best time will be used for the final Qualifications rankings.
• Qualification runs can be completed on Technogym treadmills: Excite Run, Artis Run, and Technogym Skillrun.

• The top 25% of runners in each age group, sex, and country will qualify.
• Country eligibility within a category: For a country to send a representative, it must have a minimum of four registered runners in that specific age and sex category who have recorded a valid time.
• You can have only one certified run during this stage.
• Regionals can only be run on Technogym Skillrun treadmills.

• The Finals will bring together the world's best (absolute Finals and category Finals).
• The top 20 finalists (10 males and 10 females) following Regionals based on the criteria below will be eligible for the final prize money as per the section below.
• Qualification for absolute Finals is determined as follows:

1. The best time from each of the 6 World Athletics geographical areas.
2. The next 3 fastest times globally, irrespective of area.
3. The best time from the country hosting the Finals.

• Qualification for the category (age, sex) Finals is determined as per the section above.
• Prize Money: A total prize pool of $100,000 ($50,000 per sex) will be distributed among the top male and female finishers in the absolute Finals (not age groups).
• Travel: Flights and accommodation will be covered for the top absolute finalists (10 males and 10 females).

5. Age Categories & Sex at birth

• Age Groups: 18-23, 24-35, 36-45, 46-55, 56-65, 66-75, Over 75.
• Sex at birth: Male & female.

• Data Usage: Your participation requires the use of your personal data for rankings and communication. Photo and video recordings may be used for promotional purposes, but your separate consent may be requested, and refusal will not affect your participation.
• Complaints: Any complaint regarding a performance result must be submitted in writing to your Official Center within 48 hours of the event. The Official Center will therefore contact Technogym that at its sole discretion and, after validity checks, may decide to accept or reject such complaint.
• Part 2: How to Find an Official Center

• Official Website: A complete list of Official Centers will be available on the RUN X website at www.runx.org.
• In-App Locator: Use the locator tool available within the dedicated mobile applications.

Part 3: The Role of the Official Center

• Hosting Official Races: They are the exclusive venues for hosting the Qualification and Regional stages of the championship.
• Identity Verification: The Official Center staff will verify that your identity and age match your RUN X ID profile. They may also require a valid medical certificate in accordance with local laws.
• Supervision: Each race is overseen by a trained RUN X Specialist who is responsible for:
• Equipment Checks: Ensuring treadmills are functioning correctly and connected to the network before your race.

1. Runner Safety: Conducting a visual check of your fitness and having the authority to stop a race if there is a manifest safety risk.
2. Enforcing Fair Play: Monitoring your run to ensure compliance with all rules and preventing any form of cheating.
3. Protocol and Reporting: Ensuring the race follows official guidelines and documenting any anomalies, interruptions, or incidents.
4. Technical Standards: Official Centers must use specific connected Technogym treadmills and ensure they are properly maintained and have a stable internet connection for your result to be recorded accurately.