RAFIKIII's Push for Better Mental Health – One Rep at a Time 💪
💪 I’m doing The Push-Up Challenge — For Mental Health and for Me! 🧠
This year, I’m taking on 3,214 push-ups over 23 days as part of Australia’s largest mental health and fitness event — The Push-Up Challenge.
Each push-up represents a life lost to suicide in Australia in 2023. A heartbreaking number, and a powerful reminder that mental health support is more critical than ever.
Since 2017, this challenge has raised over $50 million for mental health programs, supported by more than 700,000 Aussies. It’s more than a fitness event — it’s a national movement that fosters connection, conversation, and awareness.
We’re educated daily with mental health facts, we move for a purpose, and we raise funds for amazing charities like Lifeline, headspace, and The Push for Better Foundation — all working on crisis support, prevention, and early intervention.
But this isn’t just about raising money — it’s about being active, staying connected, and showing support.
Can’t do regular push-ups? No problem.
✅ Half push-ups
✅ Wall push-ups
✅ Sit-ups
✅ Squats
Whatever you're comfortable with — every rep matters.
💥 My Personal Challenge to You:
If you see me in public and say:
“RAFIKIII, DOWN 20!”
I’ll drop and do 20 push-ups on the spot — no questions asked. 💥
BUT — if you’re on my team and I say it to you first, then you’re up!
Let’s keep each other accountable and make fitness fun while supporting an incredible cause.
💙 Donations are welcome but never expected.
Joining my team, spreading the word, or simply cheering us on is just as powerful.
Let’s push for better mental health, together.
👉 [RAFIKIII SQUAD]
#PushForBetter #MentalHealthMatters #ThePushUpChallenge #RafikiiiDown20 #EveryPushCounts #SupportEachOther #StayActive #PushForChange
Supporting Lifeline WA
Lifeline WA & The Push-Up Challenge: Supporting Mental Health Across WA
Western Australia is vast, covering nearly one-third of the country, with remote communities, resource sector workers, and FIFO (Fly-In Fly-Out) employees facing unique mental health challenges.
At least one-third of FIFO workers experience high levels of burnout and psychological distress—impacting not only individuals but also their families and their community. The isolation, high-pressure environments, and extended shifts can take a toll on mental wellbeing.
Thanks to The Push-Up Challenge, funds raised will support Lifeline WA’s critical 24/7/365 crisis services—including phone, text, and chat—ensuring that no one has to face their darkest moments alone. In 2025, our goal is to be the person ready to have a conversation that helps someone feel heard, supported, and understood.
By taking part in The Push-Up Challenge, you’re helping Lifeline WA provide life-saving support across our vast state. Every push-up counts. Every conversation matters.
My Challenge History
Pushuperer for 1 year
| Push-Ups | Funds | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3,214 | $185 |
| Total | 3,214 | $185 |
My Push-Up Progress
Part of Team RAFIKIII
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