Crunches Challenge starts in
1-31 July 2025.
2,500 Crunches.
Strengthen your core. Support those who need it most.
This July, take on the Crunch Challenge to raise vital funds for the estimated 433,300 Australians living with dementia and the 1.7 million people involved in their care.
Let’s move with purpose. Let’s crunch for change.
How to get started
Join the group
Connect with like-minded individuals in our dedicated Facebook Group.
Start your page
Create your own fundraising page - it's quick and easy to get started!
Get crunching!
Flex those abs and crunch your way to making a significant difference for people impacted by dementia.
What's in it for you?
When you join the challenge, you'll also score your free welcome pack – complete with a pair of grip socks and activity calendar! But wait, there's more – you'll also:
• Support Australians impacted by dementia.
• Boost your fitness and improve your wellbeing.
• Join an energetic and encouraging community.
• Make a real difference and become one of our heroes!
• Get rewarded while raising funds for essential support services and research.
How the challenge works
Daily crunches
Each day, we will provide a crunch target on your activity calendar. You can use this calendar to track your progress.
Crunch your way
No need to be a crunch master to join in! Smash your daily target however it suits you. Whether you do them all in one go or sprinkle them throughout the day, it all adds up.
Solo or Crunch Crew
Go it alone or rally your mates, coworkers, school, gym buddies—even your local club! The more crunchers, the better.
The impact of dementia today
2nd
Leading cause of death in Australia in 2025.
433,300
Australians are estimated to live with dementia in 2025.
1.7m
Australians are estimated to be involved in dementia care.
Taking part in these challenges gives me purpose, motivation, and a real desire to help my local community and people living with dementia here in Australia.
Michael
Previous challenge participant
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