经省政府批准，2026年起，陕西省冬季运动会每4年举办一届。陕西省冬季运动会的主办单位为陕 西省人民政府，承办单位为陕西省体育局和具备办赛条件的城市。策划举办冬季运动会，旨在深入落实 冰雪运动"南展西扩东进"战略，巩固和扩大"带动三亿人参与冰雪运动"重要成果，不断推动冰雪运动普 及与发展，最大限度释放冰雪运动效益，选拔培养冬季项目竞技体育后备人才，努力提升我省冬季项目 竞技水平和综合实力。 10月11日，记者从省委宣传部、省政府新闻办举行的新闻发布会上获悉：陕西省首届冬季运动会将 于2026年2月在榆林市举行，设青少年组和群众组。陕西省第十八届运动会将于2026年8月15日至20日在 渭南市举行，设青少年组、大学生组、群众组、行业组4个组别。 陕西省首届冬季运动会以"冰雪激情 活力陕西"为主题，青少年组设滑雪（越野滑雪、高山滑雪、 单板滑雪）、滑冰（速度滑冰、花样滑冰）、冬季两项、滑雪登山、雪车、雪橇、冰球7个大项10个分 项；群众组设滑雪（高山滑雪、单板滑雪）、滑冰（速度滑冰）、冰壶3个大项4个分项。 "陕西省第十八届运动会组委会成立大会将于近期召开。渭南市23处涉赛场馆的建设、提升改造进 度正常，预计于今 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the importance of sports and physical fitness in enhancing the well-being and happiness of the populace, as emphasized by Xi Jinping during his tenure as the Party Secretary of Zhengding County in 1984 [1][2]. Group 1: Historical Context - In 1984, Zhengding County held a significant sports event that attracted over 1,300 participants, marking a rare occurrence at the time when economic development was prioritized over sports [1][2]. - Xi Jinping, then the county's Party Secretary, awarded the "Outstanding Athlete Award" to a student, showcasing his commitment to promoting sports among the local population [1][4]. Group 2: Xi Jinping's Philosophy on Sports - Xi Jinping believed that enhancing the physical and mental well-being of citizens was crucial, stating that people's "pockets" should be full, and their spirits and health should be enriched [2]. - He emphasized the importance of starting initiatives, even if they are not perfect at first, to gradually improve community sports activities [2]. Group 3: Development of Sports Initiatives - Following the 1984 event, Zhengding County saw the establishment of sports facilities and teams, leading to its recognition as a national sports advanced county [2]. - Xi Jinping's early advocacy for sports laid the groundwork for the flourishing of grassroots sports activities across the country [10]. Group 4: National Sports Promotion - In 2014, Xi Jinping proposed the ambitious goal of engaging 300 million people in ice and snow sports, which has been recognized as the largest ice sports promotion initiative in history [6]. - The successful hosting of the Beijing Winter Olympics in 2022 was a culmination of Xi's efforts to promote both competitive and grassroots sports [5]. Group 5: Current Sports Landscape - As of December 31, 2024, China has 4.8417 million sports venues, reflecting significant improvements in sports infrastructure nationwide [10]. - Various grassroots sports events and initiatives, such as cycling and marathons, have gained popularity, indicating a vibrant sports culture [10].