The event aimed to promote fitness, community spirit and greener lifestyles, while setting a target of 10 billion green steps for a more sustainable Vietnam.
The Guinness World Records organisation has recognised the largest number of localities simultaneously organising a walking event to raise environmental awareness, with all 34 provinces and cities taking part.
This year’s event attracted more than 1.77 million participants, contributing over 10 billion steps across nearly 3,000 communes, wards and administrative areas. Ho Chi Minh City ranked third nationally, with more than 130 million steps.
Nguyen Quynh Huong, HCMC Basketball Team said: "I like being out this early, breathing fresh air and feeling energized"
In Dak Lak Province, nearly 5,000 people took part, while more than 4,500 joined the event in Hue. In Thanh Hoa Province, nearly 6,000 people gathered at Lam Son Square.
Pham Thi Ha Anh, Hac Thanh Ward, Thanh Hoa Province said: "The programme creates a positive impact and encourages people to stay healthy and show their love for the country.
In Can Tho, more than 5,600 people, including officials, security personnel, students and residents, joined a 1.2-kilometre walk.
Nguyen Nhut Hao, Can Tho University said: "Besides staying healthy, I enjoy running and want to spread that spirit to the people around me".
"Wearing the national flag on my uniform is a way to show my patriotism", Thach Thanh Long, Can Tho City Police said.
Together, these steps have turned a nationwide fitness campaign into a shared movement for a healthier and more united and sustainable Vietnam.
