About Our Challenge
In February, our Team is taking part in The Push-Up Challenge. We are challenging ourselves to complete 2,000 push-ups between 5-27 February, 2026 to push for better mental health outcomes in Aotearoa New Zealand.You can help us push for better mental health in Aotearoa by joining us or donating to our Team.
Funds raised enable The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand to build a future where mental health is treasured, protected and prioritised.
Supporting Mental Health Foundation
Funds raised will invested by the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand [The MHF] in three core areas of mahi:
- Promoting everyday actions that lift mental wellbeing
- Providing tools that support people through tough times
- Advocating for a better mental health system and society
With your tautoko/support, we can build a fairer, more connected Aotearoa where everyoneâs mental health is valued and protected.
WhÄia te hauora hinengaro kia puÄwai ai te hauora tangata - there is no health without mental health.
This team is currently ranked 9 out of all teams that are fundraising
| Rank | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Team WhangaparÄoa, Mark Mitchell | $5336.00 |
| 7 | Milwaukee JSS Leaders | $5192.00 |
| 8 | Hogan's Heroes | $4296.50 |
| 9 | 24/7 Fitness Upper Hutt | $3520.00 |
| 10 | Altitude Pole Redwood | $3310.99 |
| 11 | Belmont Bootcamp | $3245.00 |
| 12 | PartsTrader | $3127.50 |
Team Push-Up Total
Thanks to Our Sponsors
$250
Anonymous
$200
Dan Mark
đȘđđ
$200
Online Distribution
Thank you! Your donation has been matched by Online Distribution
$150
Philip Bruinette
Looking good bro! Keep up the good work :)
$120
Aaron Algar
On ya Kayne
$120
Anonymous
$100
Aaron Dol
The most jacked member of the team đȘđ nice work KJ
$100
Graeme K
Keep up the good work brother!
$100
Elle Hawley
Good work broski. Donation from me, hayds and odie!
$100
Stephen Iorns
Go you good thing đ„đđ»
$100
Anonymous
Go girl!! đ„đ„đ„
$100
Dave
$100
Jit & Jiggy Govind
$69
Philip Bruinette
Too good of a number not to be responsible for getting it to 1000
$65
Margaret Subritzky
Good luck Kayne - what a great cause this is and a great gym you run.
$65
Gary Sherwin
Good cause
$50
Tania Lister
$50
Kate Reed
You’ve got this you’ll smash it Vessy Poo xxx
$50
Anonymous
Amazing job!! đđđ
$50
Kelvin James Hawley
Way to go Kage, you're my hero! (So handsome and modest too! How are you still single?)
$50
Charlie and Livvy Wilkins
Get it!!
$50
Penny and fam
Go Vessy and for a great cause đȘ. You’ve got this in the bag! Xx
$50
Dhanaye Maule
Way to go Bailey ... you'll smash it!
$50
Dad
Every push-up you do today is more than a physical effort; it’s a statement of care for your mind. Each repetition reminds you that strength is built one breath, one moment, one choice at a time. Mental Health Awareness Day is about showing up, even when it’s hard, and honoring the resilience within you. Feel the ground beneath your hands and know you are supported. Let discomfort pass, let confidence rise, and keep going. Your body is moving, your mind is healing, and your courage is inspiring others to believe that progress—small, steady, and intentional—truly matters today and every day.
$50
Anonymous
Kei roto i te pĆuri, te marama e whiti ana. Through perseverance and hope, we will overcome. MÄ«haro koe, tÄku whaiÄipo.
$50
Bill and Edna Carroll
Go girl
$40
Melodious S.
$40
Hannah
$40
Liana Howey
Great cause, great gym.
$40
Mckenzie Angus
$40
Anonymous
$35
Vinny Ritossa
Better late than never!
$35
Cadge and Jen
Go Vess!
$35
Sarah Bedford
You got this, cuz!
$35
Mike
$35
Dad
Well done KJ!
$35
Fiona Sherwin
Way to go
$35
Kate Baars
Go Vess đȘđ» Great cause x
$35
Ingalill
Keep pushing !
$35
Alena Burt
You’re amazing!!
$35
Arlene BEDFORD
Well done KJ. Awesome effort and the biceps are looking good!
$35
Adam Lefrancke
Respect the hard mahi and dedication! Such an important cause! Go hard!
$35
Margaret Subritzky
Go you Nathaniel! What a great cause you're 'pushing up' for.
$30
Kage H
You're a legend bro. Thought you might appreciate an extra 60 push-ups for the final day!
$25
Blake
$25
JD
Go well Kage
$25
Fraz
$25
Jude H
Good luck đȘđŒ
$25
Dylan Mcmahon
Good man, great thing to get behind!
$21
Chantelle
$20
Tommy Laybourn
Final 250 odd to go bro lets puuuuush! (Keen on that revolution btw)
$20
abs tanner
Chur keep up the great wrork
$20
Colleen and John Hilda
$20
Neroli Smith
$20
Anonymous
$20
Sam Douglas
$20
Rachel
$20
Debbie Eaddy
Such an important cause!
$20
Marika Last
Awesome cause! Well done!
$20
Samantha
All the best Quiz!!
$20
jeremy whitford
$20
Katie
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$20
Mike Parr
Just here for the thirst traps.
$10
Paige Harper
You go girl xx
$10
L WILSON
$5
Anonymous
Chur co chur đȘ
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