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Day 6 for 140 push-ups ☑️

One of the real reasons I move every day?

Did you know that regular movement is linked to 14% lower psychological distress.

Not just a fitter body. A calmer mind. A happier life.

Serotonin. Endorphins.
Sharper focus. Greater resilience 💪🏽🧠

And you don’t need a gym.

Walk the dog. 🐕
Do the gardening. 🧑‍🌾
Dance in the kitchen. 🕺🏻

Just move.

This is the coaching I care about, strength inside the gym, and out of it.

📩 DM me if you’re ready to get started.

Day 4 for 150 push-ups ☑️

150 to recognise the 1.5 million Australians who live with a mood disorder.

When most people hear the word ‘depression’, they tend to think of it as a single condition.

When in fact, mood disorders come in many forms. Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is one, but so are Bipolar Disorder, Peripartum/Postpartum Depression, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

With winter on the doorstep, it’s a good reminder that the colder months can affect our mental health just as much as our physical health (a good reason why Aussies go to Europe chasing the warmer climates)

Looking after your mental health is no different to looking after your body…the earlier you recognise when something isn’t quite right, the easier it is to reach out and get the right support.

Side note: Today’s 150 push-ups completed in 8 minutes - broken up 30+30+30+20+15+10+15.
Triceps were cooked 😩

120 push ups. Day 3 done ☑️

Why 120?

Because that’s roughly the minutes of REM sleep your brain needs every night to function, feel, and cope.

Skimp on REM and the research points you to being significantly at higher risk of:

- Depression (low REM is both a symptom and a driver of depression),

- Anxiety (poor REM amplifies the amygdala’s threat response, meaning everyday stressors feel more intense and harder to manage), and

- PTSD ( the brain struggles to process traumatic memories, which is why nightmares and hypervigilance persist)

Poor REM means the brain can’t properly process emotional experiences overnight, leaving us more reactive, less resilient, and more vulnerable the next day (just ask any parent with a toddler that’s teething at night)

We talk a lot about moving more.
Let’s talk about sleeping better too. 💙

***deawarness

Day 2 for 72 push-ups

Men often stay silent 😶

Today’s push-up target is 72 push-ups, for the 72% of men who don’t seek help when facing mental health challenges.

Many men face barriers to seeking support, including stigma, pressure to uphold stereotypes of traditional masculinity, as well as access barriers like cost and wait times.

These pressures can make it harder to speak up, even when someone knows they’re struggling or could benefit from support.

Delaying support can increase how long mental health challenges last and how intense they feel. It’s important to remember that difficult times can be easier to manage with the right help – and no one has to go through it alone.

🗣️ Start the conversation – check in with someone you trust or let a mate know how you’re really going.

🤝 Stay connected – regular connection with others can strengthen mental fitness and reduce isolation.

📞 Know your options – learn what supports are available, including low cost or free services.

Lifeline (13 11 14) can be a helpful first step when things feel tough.






Sources: Seidler et al (2016) ‘The role of masculinity in men’s help-seeking for depression: A systematic review’ In Clinical Psychology Review (Vol. 49, pp. 106–118).

Week 1 being the NKOTB

I’m pretty Plug & Play🕹️ put me anywhere and I’ll get to work 👊🏽

Big THANKS to everyone who’s made the first week at World Gym feel easy.

And to kick off the new chapter, I’m offering 2 x complimentary sessions for anyone keen to train with me 💪🏼

Comment “GORILLA” 🦍 or shoot me a DM

Confession time: I’ve lost count of the amount of reps a client has done…more often than not…

Not because I can’t count - but because my attention is preoccupied with how a client is moving themselves and the weight.

So yeah, not sorry for busting out “just do a couple more” 😑when asked “How many’s that??” 😫

I’m doing 3,307 push-ups in 24 days as part of The Push-Up Challenge to raise awareness and funds for mental health in Australia.

This target represents the 3,307 people who died by su***de in Australia in 2024 (the most recent stats).

You can push for better mental health too by donating to my fundraising page and supporting this important cause (check the link in my bio)

Funds raised will go to The ‘The Push For Better Foundation’ to support much-needed mental health services and initiatives in Australia.

Any donation, big or small, is really appreciated! 🙏🏽

🚨 LAST CALL - Mental Health First Aid Course | May 2026

I’m running a Mental Health First Aid course next week (21-22nd) in Marrickville, with a small number of spots still remaining.

This two-day accredited course gives you the knowledge, language, and confidence to recognise when someone is struggling - and respond in a way that actually helps.

Built for fitness professionals, allied health practitioners, educators, managers, and anyone who works with people and genuinely cares about them.

DM me for more info or if you want to secure a spot.