Almost $5000 have been raised by Wagga residents for Movember as the annual initiative passes the halfway mark.
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This year’s campaign to raise awareness about men’s health has eight Wagga teams and 62 participants, including Jared Kahlefeldt, member of the Workout Wagga team.
“We see the initiative as tackling various men’s health issues and it’s something that pertains to our industry,” Mr Kahlefeldt said.
“It’s only a small part on our behalf, but I think it makes a massive difference, so we’re more than happy to help.”
As for the moustache, he said “all the boys have different styles and colours, as well as thinness”.
It’s only a small part on our behalf, but I think it makes a massive difference, so we’re more than happy to help.
- Jared Kahlefeldt, personal trainer at Workout Wagga
As part of the fundraising efforts, the Workout Wagga team is auctioning off its six trainers to train members.
“It’s so that everyone can get involved,” Mr Kahlefeldt said.
Workout Wagga has raised $250 so far.
It’s not just the men who’s putting in the hard yards.
Lily Bartlett at PRD Nationwide Wagga is aiming to move 60km to raise funds for the cause.
It is her first time participating and has moved 41km so far.
“I’ve got a brother, dad and partner, so so obvously you don’t want to see anything happen to them,” Ms Bartlett said.
“The guys in the office are all doing their parts while the girls are also helping by getting fit.
“Glad to do anything to help.”
PRD Nationwide has raised $1195 so far. To donate: au.movember.com.
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