Vladivostok's Victory Record unites thousands in patriotic fitness tribute

A patriotic fitness campaign called Victory Record took place in Vladivostok on Victory Day. The event honoured those who fought in the Great Patriotic War by completing thousands of exercises at Sukhanov Square.

Participants gathered in groups to perform sit-ups, push-ups, and kettlebell routines. Each exercise represented a day since May 9, 1945, totaling 29,585 repetitions.

The campaign brought together adults and children, all contributing to the collective goal. Groups of 18 people took turns on the exercise platform, ensuring everyone could join in.

Some athletes returned multiple times to add more repetitions. The organisers allowed participants to choose their own pace, take breaks, and adjust the number of exercises to their comfort level. The event’s structure kept the atmosphere energetic yet inclusive. By the end, the total count of 29,585 exercises—one for each day since the war’s end—was successfully reached.

The Victory Record campaign united fitness enthusiasts in a symbolic tribute. The collective effort marked a meaningful way to remember the past while promoting physical activity.

Organisers confirmed the final count matched the intended target, reinforcing the event’s purpose on Victory Day.