I'm fundraising for a great cause.
Hello, my name is Andrew Myssonski and I have decided to fundraise for R U OK? to help spread their message and help prevent suicide.
To raise awareness for R U OK DAY? and Mental Health, I will be training for a Double Ironman, alongside completing 29 Marathons in the month of February 2024. Yes you read that correctly, and yes, I agree this is a dumb idea.
If the satisfaction of supporting suicide prevention, and watching me wither away into skin and bones isn’t enough to make you donate, let me know what is.
The Double Ironman is taking place in Northern Wales in September of 2024. This event will include:
- 4.8 mile/7.6km Lake swim
- 224 mile/360km Bike ride
- 52 mile/85km Run, Including the ascent and descent of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon, tallest mountain in Wales)
Mental Health and Suicide are things that are very close to my heart. About 8 people take their own lives in Australia every day. For every death, it’s estimated another 30 people will attempt suicide. 89% of people report knowing somebody who has made an attempt. I would love to be able to be part of bringing these numbers down. R U OK?’s vision is of a world where we are all connected and protected from suicide.
FAQ:
Q:Where does my donation go?
A: R U OK? operates at the prevention stage for self harm and suicide. By donating, you will be directly changing and saving lives (and be able to claim a hot little tax deduction).
Q: Can you please put into perspective how long these events are?
A: Double Ironman: For those in Canberra, this would look like a swim from Kingston Foreshore to the Zoo, a ride from Canberra to Sydney (and half way back) and finishing off with a run from Mooseheads to Goulburn. I expect it to take between 30-32 hours, without sleep.
Marathons: 29 Marathons is the equivalent of running from Canberra to Brisbane.
Q: Will my dad be doing them with me?
A: No, he lacks the ability and refuses to wear lycra.
Q: Can I donate more than once?
A: You can donate as many times as you’d like (recommended in lots of $100,000).
Q: What happens if I finish the double iron man and still have some gas left in the tank?
A: Triple Ironman definitely rolls pretty sweet off the tongue..
I leave you with this thought... A shark could swim faster than me, but I could probably run faster than a shark. So when it comes to this double ironman, it’s all going to come down to whichever of us is the better cyclist.
Thank you for any support you can provide, together we can make a difference.
My Achievements
My Updates
01. February Challenge - 4x4x48
Monday 27th Feb
Thank you to my Sponsors
$263.75
Anonymous
$223.66
Kirsty
One up on you AH
$211
Lani Wilson
So amazed that you're tackling this, I'm enjoying watching your progress so far! Keep it up! And money for an exceptional cause. Thank you.
$211
John Mackenzie
You go girl
$105.50
Jordan Flynn
Giddy up big dog.
$105.50
Izzy Muss
Get in son
$105.50
Josh Wade
Proper impressive areas!
$105.50
Matt Kulas
$105.50
Liam Collins
From Britt and Lee Love your work! Meh meh
$105.50
Mahir And Breena
$105.50
Louie Felsman
LES GO!!! Amazing work Andy. Such a good cause 👏
$105.50
Vivek Bhattacharjee
$105.50
John Mostovoy
$105.50
Nick Baz
My favourite trainee engineer x
$105.50
Ben, Kate & Ella
$103.50
Tom Dixon
You're amazing Mysso! Let me know if you need a water boy for any of your training.
$100
Azza Bashford
Good luck mate!!!! Absolutely crazy
$100
Kathleen Swann
This is both an amazing charity and a fantastic life experience for you. I look forward to seeing your post that you attempted or completed it.. enjoy the journey and training.
$100
Ed, Ash & Sophia
Our money is on you to out-cycle a shark. So amazing Andy & for an incredible cause. You’re a bloody star x
$79.13
Bronte Johnson
You're Doing Amazing Sweetie!
$73.52
Brown Bear & Co
Andrew, it's time to show off those super sexy legs of yours! Run that "Are You OK Day" triathlon like a champ, and let those muscles do the talking. We'll be staring at those legs, but don't let that distract you from the finish line!
$52.75
Damo
Great cause. Go Andrew!!! 😊
$52.75
Valentine Novak
Keep up the good work myssoooooo
$52.75
Mary Connie Kouparitsas
Such a worthy cause, well done, hope the run goes well.
$52.75
Luke Garrett
Damn mate, ur a machine!
$52.75
Rachel Mian
Damn, you sexy son of a gun!
$52.75
Kev Geary
I love your calf muscles, and yes, you are crazy Miso!
$52.75
Jessica Page
RIP Calves.. good luck!
$52.75
Annette J
This is beyond impressive! Go well Andy! A great cause. 😊
$52.75
Chris Polyichanin
$52.75
Eve Jones
Best wishes Andrew
$52.75
Elgin Nogaliza
Keep moving myso! looking forward to what you will accomplish
$52.75
Sara O'brien
$52.75
Jonty Phillips
Kick ya bastard
$52.75
Angie
Such a good cause good luck Mysso!!!!
$52.75
Peter Andruska
$50
Harry Issa
You go hard son
$26.38
Anonymous
$26.38
Anonymous
Thanks for running for such a good cause. You are inspiration to us all
$26.38
Kev
First challenge (4x4x48) achieved!
$26.38
Peter Dewitt
GL mate.
$25
Tom Cohen
You're going to smash it mate!
$10.55
Greg O'mara
Hope you make it without having a coronary!!
$10
Reg
Doing it for the feels
