Join us for the Push-Up Challenge

Register now as we push up for better mental health 1 – 24 June 

The Push-Up Challenge provides a platform to engage people in mental health, to get fit, to connect with others, and to learn about mental health.  

One in five Australians will experience mental ill health this year and only 46% of people seek help. It’s a complex challenge – for ourselves, our loved ones and, most of all, for the nine Australians who die by suicide every day. 

Commit to 3,139 push-ups across 24 days in June to represent the number of Australians who took their own lives in 2020 and shine a spotlight on mental health. 

Sounds like too many push-ups? All levels of fitness are welcome, and each member of your team can aim for 25%, 50%,75% or 100% of the push-up target. And, if you’re not keen on push-ups, exercise alternatives (sit-ups, squats or tailored exercises) are also welcome. 

To get involved: 

1. Go to the Monadelphous Push-Up Community page. https://www.thepushupchallenge.com.au/fundraiser/Monadelphous 

1. Join an existing team or create your own team of up to 10 people within our community. 

1. Spread the word and get others involved.  

1. Start prepping yourself. 

1. 1 to 24 June: Get pushin’. 

1. Keep track of your push-ups through the phone app or website and get virtual badges and trophies for yourself and your team throughout the challenge. 

Want more information? 

There are also some handy resources, tips and mental health facts that can be used to support discussions at pre-start, toolbox and/or team meetings, which can be found under the ‘Get Pushin’ heading on The Push-Up Challenge webpage.   

If you require further information, please visit the challenge FAQs or contact @Health and Wellbeing Program. 

Let’s get pushin’!