Introducing Carlos - Mowing Down Men’s Mental Health
Carlos Duque is taking on an ambitious challenge in November to raise awareness and funds for men’s health issues. Committed to making a difference, he is setting out to push a Lawn Mo-wer for 24 hours straight in an effort to secure a Guinness World Record. With his renowned determination and enthusiasm, Carlos aims to spotlight the importance of men's health and encourage others to support the cause. Through his initiative, he hopes to inspire conversations about mental health, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer, all while engaging his community in a unique and memorable way.
World Record Attempt
Carlos is set to make history on the evening of 30th November, as he attempts to break the world record for the farthest distance pushing a lawn mower in 24 hours, an individual feat that will take place at Empire Park Oval, Bar Beach. The event will commence at 7pm and conclude on 1st December at 7pm.
This extraordinary challenge requires not only physical stamina but also mental resilience, as Carlos will need to maintain a consistent pace throughout the entire 24-hour period. The current record stands as a significant benchmark, setting the stage for a true test of endurance.
Spectators can expect to witness a unique spectacle, as Carlos navigates the oval, pushing a standard lawn mower over a predetermined course. The event is expected to attract a variety of attendees, from family and friends cheering him on to curious onlookers eager to see the attempt unfold.
In addition to the physical challenge, this record attempt aims to raise awareness for local initiatives and good practices, highlighting the importance of community spirit and determination. Carlos’s attempt embodies a commitment to pushing personal limits, and it promises to be a memorable occasion at Empire Park Oval.
Fundraising Goal
The real goal is more about raising awareness, support, bringing a community together and showing men that it’s not only okay to talk about mental health, but it helps. The fundraising goal is set at an ambitious $10,000, and with nearly two months to the big day he is already over $2,000. Carlos that with the amount of people getting behind him this target will be ‘mowed’ down and provider the Movember cause with important funds
