Why Challenge 27 Matters – And Why You Should Be Part of It
Why Challenge 27 Matters – And Why You Should Be Part of It
- September 10, 2025
Let’s be honest—life is busy. Between work, family, and everything else on your plate, taking on a new challenge might feel like the last thing you have time for. But what if that challenge could change lives? What if your small daily effort could be part of something so much bigger?
That’s what Challenge 27 is all about.
This September, people across the country are coming together to move with purpose—to honour those impacted by Motor Neurone Disease (MND), to raise vital funds, and to show that even small steps can help tackle something as big and devastating as MND.
What Is Challenge 27?
It’s simple. For the 27 days of September, you commit to a challenge—whether that’s moving for 27 minutes a day, doing 27 movements, or covering 27 kilometres. You can walk, run, swim, dance, stretch—whatever works for you.
And why 27? Because that’s the average life expectancy in months for someone diagnosed with MND. Just 27 months. It’s a number that’s hard to hear—but impossible to ignore.
This challenge isn’t about perfection. It’s about showing up, doing what you can, and being part of something that truly matters.
You’re Not Doing It Alone
One of the most inspiring parts of Challenge 27? You don’t have to figure it out solo.
There are incredible Challenge Mentors—real people with real stories—who are here to keep you motivated and help you stay on track. Whether you’re juggling family life like Jack Riewoldt, chasing new fitness goals with Leanne Sklavenitis, or pushing your personal best with Katrina Blowers, there’s a mentor who gets it.
Choose a team that fits your vibe and get the encouragement you need to keep going.
Choose Your Challenge
Here’s how you can get involved:
✅ 27 Minutes a Day
Perfect for anyone feeling time-poor but still wanting to make a difference. Move your body for just 27 minutes each day—walk the dog, stretch between meetings, dance in your kitchen. It all counts.
✅ 27 Movements
If you’re someone who thrives on variety, this one’s for you. Think of it as your daily dose of creativity and strength—try a new movement every day and discover what your body can do.
✅ 27 Kilometres
Ready for a bigger goal? Spread it out or go all in—walk, ride, swim, wheel, or run your way through 27 kilometres. Every step takes us closer to a cure.
Why Your Movement Matters
Living with or supporting someone with MND is an experience no one should have to face alone. It’s a disease that takes away independence, communication, and eventually, the ability to move and breathe.
Funds raised through Challenge 27 help support groundbreaking research, drug trials, and care initiatives that bring hope to families affected by MND. Your involvement means more than just fitness—it’s fuel for the fight.
This challenge is a reminder that movement is a privilege—and when we move together, we move toward a better future.
So… Why Not You?
Whether you’re doing this in honour of someone you love, to support the cause, or just to feel stronger and more connected—there’s space for you in Challenge 27.
You don’t need to be an athlete.
You don’t need a gym membership.
You just need the willingness to show up for 27 days and say: I’m in.
Because every move matters.
Because every dollar raised helps.
Because no one should face MND alone.
Let’s Do This—Together
So—are you in?
Pick your challenge. Join a team. Start moving. Let’s show up for the MND community with heart, with purpose, and with hope.
Sign up today and make your movement count.
Together, we can take one step closer to a world free from MND.