Ricardo Fernandez

Being present, not perfect!

Over the years, I’ve faced my own internal battles — questioning my worth, feeling like I’m not enough, and searching for love and meaning.

At 37, I’m learning to break the mask of perfection… to sit in the darkness, understand it, and find the beauty in who I truly am. To be more present. More real.

My wife and kids are my driving force — my reason to rise, grow, and become better every day.

So as I turn 38 this June, I’m taking on 3,307 push-ups in 24 days.
(138 push-ups a day)

This is more than a challenge. It’s a stand for mental health.

Each rep is resilience. Each day is a choice to keep showing up.

My goal is to raise $1 per push-up — $3,307 — to support mental health services across Australia.

Because now more than ever, this matters.

If you’re struggling — speak up. Move your body. Reach out. You’re not alone.

I’ll be sharing every rep daily on Instagram @rjf_project.

With your support, every dollar helps #pushforbetter mental health outcomes in Australia — funding vital services and initiatives.

Let’s make this count.

Supporting The Push For Better Foundation

The Push For Better Foundation raises awareness and engages people in mental health through connection, education and health and wellbeing. We #pushforbetter.

My Challenge History

Pushuperer for  1 year

Push-Ups Funds
2026 0 $648
Total 0 $648

Thanks to My Legendary Sponsors

Raised

$648

Goal

$3,307

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