MFLH 46 for 46 Challenge

Thursday, May 1 – Saturday, May 31, 2025 Past event
Bohemia, New York
Free · 1 race
Ultra

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the MFLH 46 for 46 Challenge, taking place throughout May 2025 in beautiful Bohemia, Suffolk! This uplifting virtual event invites participants to run a total of 46 miles over the course of the month—one mile for each percentage point of Americans who will face a mental illness in their lifetime. By joining this inspiring challenge, you are not only getting active but also raising vital awareness about mental health issues.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting your fitness journey, every mile you complete contributes to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. Plus, you'll be supporting NAMI-NYC, an organization dedicated to helping those affected by mental health struggles, as a portion of the funds raised will go directly to their crucial work. Not only can you help spark important conversations, but you also have the chance to earn a bib for the NYC Marathon by logging the most miles throughout the month! Together, let's move fast, run strong, and make a difference—join the MFLH 46 for 46 Challenge and make every mile count for mental health!

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  • 46 for 46 Challenge

    Virtual

    Thursday, May 1, 2025

    Free

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Organiser's description

Join the Move Fast Run Club https://strava.app.link/ulU1vBxYASb this month for a powerful virtual challenge that brings awareness to mental health. Were running 46 miles in 30 daysone mile for each percentage point representing the 46% of Americans who will experience a diagnosable mental illness in their lifetime. Together, were breaking the stigma and showing that its okay to talk about mental health.

This is more than just a run; its a movement. By participating, youre helping to raise awareness, support those affected by mental health struggles, and take a stand against the silence and shame often surrounding mental health challenges. Whether youre an experienced runner or just starting out, each mile you complete helps spark important conversations and show that we are all in this together.

We have partnered with NAMI-NYC and through this challenge hope to raise funds which will be donated to them to support the crucial work they do for the mental health community. You can learn more by checking out the links below!

Speaking of NAMI-NYC... Want a shot at the NYC Marathon? Here is your chance! Rack up the most miles for the month and a bib is yours.(Race Fees and Fundraising requirements still must be met by the recipient)

Lets move fast, run strong, and end the stigma. Join us and make every mile count for mental health.

Location

290 Knickerbocker Ave, Bohemia, 11716, NY, United States

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