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Sports apps are becoming highly popular in China. They are also playing the role of a new social platform. “On the platform, I can see the daily exercise record of my friends. It’s like a competition, and everyone wants to be the best.” Li Juan, 32, accountant in Shandong province “Always remember not to exercise beyond your ability. And don’t take the ranking on those apps too seriously.” “When someone leaves an encouraging note after you reach your goal, you will be very happy.” Song Wei, 20, college student in Hubei province “Some people are worried that having a better ranking than their boss is embarrassing. But in fact, many people enjoy the race and value the persistence more.”