What if one person could run across an entire country to change lives? Get ready for the ultimate test of strength, endurance, and mental health advocacy—Brooke McIntosh is about to run around Australia, and you won’t want to miss this!
In 2025, Brooke is setting out to break records and raise funds for mental health in an audacious, heart-pounding mission to become the YOUNGEST and FASTEST FEMALE TO RUN AROUND AUSTRALIA. This isn’t just another ultra-marathon—this is a battle for mental health awareness. Brooke is running 14,080 kilometers (80 km a day for 180 days), the equivalent of running TWO MARATHONS A DAY, EVERY DAY to raise $1.4 MILLION for mental health.
The Reality of Mental Health
Here’s the brutal truth about mental health and why this run is more important than ever:
- 1 in 5 Australians will experience mental illness in 2024.
- 9 people die from suicide every day in Australia—one of the leading causes of death, especially among young people.
- 75% of mental health conditions emerge before the age of 25, making early intervention critical to saving lives.
These aren’t just numbers—they’re REAL people. Real lives. Your neighbor. Your friend. Your family.
That’s the reality Brooke is running to change. Mental health isn’t something we can ignore. It’s a crisis affecting millions. But together, we can TAKE ACTION, change the narrative, and support those who need it the most.
The Mission Behind the Miles
Every kilometer Brooke runs is a message. It’s a reminder that mental health is critical. It’s a call to action to end the silence, end the stigma, and take care of ourselves and others. Brooke’s mission is personal—she’s running for everyone who feels they have no hope left. She’s running for those who feel ALONE in their battles.
Mental health is a global issue, and it’s only by coming together, supporting each other, and SPEAKING UP that we can make a real change. Brooke is running across Australia to raise awareness, fundraise, and most importantly, to remind everyone that it’s okay to ask for help and it’s NOT WEAK to speak.
The Guinness World Record: YOUNGEST and FASTEST
Brooke is also running for HISTORY. She’s on a mission to become the YOUNGEST and FASTEST FEMALE TO RUN AROUND AUSTRALIA. Breaking this world record is about showing that no matter how hard life gets, you can still rise above it and DREAM BIG. This run is a tribute to those who’ve been knocked down and to those who think their best days are behind them.
Brooke has already defied the odds and turned her pain into purpose, and now, she’s taking it to a whole new level. By running TWO MARATHONS A DAY for 180 days, she’ll push herself to the absolute limit while bringing mental health into the spotlight like never before.
How You Can Get Involved
You don’t have to run two marathons a day to be part of this movement. Here’s how YOU can make an impact:
- Donate: Every dollar helps Brooke reach her goal of raising $1.4 million for mental health. Your contribution supports The Blue Tree Project, a mental health charity close to Brooke’s heart.
- Spread the Word: Help amplify Brooke’s mission by sharing her story. The more people who know about this run, the BIGGER IMPACT we can make together!
- Partner with Brooke: Businesses, brands, and influencers—this is YOUR CHANCE to join Brooke in her journey. Together, we can break the stigma and make a real difference in mental health.
- Join the Challenge: While Brooke takes on the marathon challenge across Australia, you can take on your own challenge. Whether it’s walking, running, or simply raising awareness, be part of this movement from wherever you are.
Don’t Let This Moment Pass By
This is your chance to support a woman who’s defying all odds, fighting for mental health, and inspiring us to PUSH BEYOND our limits. Brooke’s message is simple: Keep going. Keep fighting. Keep moving forward. JUST ONE MORE.
Will you join Brooke on this epic journey? Help break records, break the silence, and make mental health a priority. Together, we can create an IMPACT, one kilometer at a time.
Let’s get involved!
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