Health as a Value in Mass Sports in Russia and China

Abstract

The article is devoted to the comparison of the spiritual and value foundations of the cultures of Russia and China. In view of the current geopolitical situation, these countries are increasing cooperation in a number of areas, including the development of physical education and sports. The authors show the profound difference between cultures on the example of the concept of nurturing life and the idea of life as every hour shrinking resource. The article provides a brief overview of the legislation of these countries in the field of physical education and sports. The authors come to the conclusion that health as a politically neutral, universal, human value is a foundation that can serve to unite societies.