All About the PPS (Health Prevention Pass) in 2026

Since the beginning of this year, the Health Prevention Journey (or PPS for those in the know) has had its little revolution. Gone is the stress of an expired medical certificate the day before the race 🙅. Now, everything happens online, from your couch, with a coffee or a recovery drink ☕. It’s simple, fast, and super effective for validating your registration on Finishers.com 🚀.

The Scoop, the PPS becomes the "Pass"

You may have heard rumors about the format change. It's true, the system evolved in January to become the "Health Prevention Pass" 🧐. The big new feature, which is pleasing, is the validity period.

Before, it was three months, which forced you to start over constantly. Now, your PPS is valid for a full year! 📅 Imagine the time saved for organizing your season. You do it once, and you’re all set to rack up bibs all year long. It's perfect for planning your race schedule calmly without unnecessary paperwork ✅.

"Wait, is it paid now?"

Yes, another new thing is that the pass now costs 5 euros per year 💸. This includes a civil liability insurance. For the price of an energy bar, you’re covered and stress-free for 12 months. It's quite a good deal! 🤝

How does it work exactly?

The procedure remains ultra-smooth. You log in to the Federation's platform (pps.athle.fr). You watch a few awareness videos on cardiovascular risks and the right reflexes. It's fun, and you always learn a little something useful for your health 🧠. Once the videos are finished and the small quiz is validated, you get your unique number. You simply copy and paste it when you reserve your bib on your favorite platform 🎫.

Ready to fill your calendar?

Now that you are administratively ready, all that's left is to choose your challenges. Whether you're a fan of asphalt or trails, the choice is vast. Take a look at the marathon calendar if you want to test yourself on the queen distance 👑. Do you prefer nature and elevation? The trail calendar is full of gems to discover near you or at the other end of France 🌲. And if you feel like a versatile warrior, the triathlon calendar is waiting for you as well, because the PPS works for many affiliated organizations 🏊.

In summary, just go for it!

Don't let this drag. Take 10 minutes tonight to validate your Pass. It’s the key to unlocking your season and focusing on what matters: training and enjoyment 🏃. Once it's done, you have no excuse not to pin a bib. So, see you at the start line? 🏁