The Push-Up Challenge is a free mental health and fitness event focused on pushing for better mental health for all Australians.
In June 2024, more than 218,000 Australians challenged themselves to complete 3,249 push-ups, representing the number of lives lost to suicide in Australia in 2022. These legendary participants completed more than 317 million push-ups and have raised an incredible $12.3 million for key mental health services and initiatives in Australia.
How it works
GET DAILY TARGETS AND FACTS
We'll give you daily push-up targets that relate to an important Mental Health Fact. You can track your daily progress and check out the facts on the app.
EVERYONE CAN PARTICIPATE
You don't have to be a push-up pro to participate. Substitute push-ups with sit-ups, squats or tailored exercises and you can aim for half the target.
Meet some of our 2024 legends
Level up your physical and mental health
99% of participants said they felt fitter and stronger after completing The Push-Up Challenge.
94% also said their mood was improved.
How to get involved
REGISTER
It's free and simple to register your interest for The Push-Up Challenge 2025. We'll keep you posted on when registrations open.
SHARE
Start the chat with your pals now - tell them you'll be recruiting in 2025 and plan on pushing for better mental health. The more the merrier.
PARTICIPATE
During the Challenge, we share daily push-up targets and Mental Health Facts via our free app and website. You'll work towards the push-up target and choose to fundraise for one of our mental health beneficiaries.
