Running Melbourne to Sydney | 1,000km in 10 Days

By James Naylor Join Me

My Activity Tracking

51
kms

My target 1026 kms

Help me make it meaningful

After losing both my parents, my world completely changed. I tried to carry on as if everything was fine, but inside, I was breaking. I didn’t understand how to get help or even that I needed it. For a long time, I believed it was me against the world.

Over time, I found my outlet in running and fitness. It became my way of processing pain, clearing my mind, and rebuilding myself piece by piece. Every run, every workout, became more than just physical; it was therapy. It taught me resilience, discipline, and the power of showing up for myself, even on the hardest days.

With time, I realised that no one should ever have to face their struggles alone. Mental health support shouldn’t be a privilege it’s something everyone deserves access to. The right help, at the right time, can change a life. It can save one.


That’s why this fundraiser means so much to me. It’s not just about the challenge it’s about making a difference. It’s about breaking the stigma, starting conversations, and raising awareness so that others don’t have to walk the same path in silence.


Together, we can help more people find the support & strength.

My Achievements

Thank you to my Sponsors

$580.25

Anonymous

Unreal effort and such a worthy cause. Hope this gives you the added 1% boost for those long training days. Smash it mate. 🤝

$22.58

Abi Lee

Good luck!

$20

Kirsty Myers

$54.12

Curly

Great stuff Jimmy and best of luck

$75

Harry Johnson

Just an initial donation for the training block, will donate again closer the time mate x

$27.81

Kay Fett

goodluck 🖤

$33.15

Olamide Emiloju

$27.81

Linda L

$54.12

Rob F

Good luck bro. You’ll smash it c

$106.12

Kieran Smith-collins

Good luck mate, go smash it!

$106.12

Ollie Lambert

go smash it james !!! here to start you on your journey in Melb🏃‍♂️

$131.88

Oli

Go on Jimmy boy!!

$54.12

Jazzy Dale

Hi cxxxx cxxxxx

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Leo Sparkes

$22.58

Patty Walts

Get after it

$54.12

Edmond

Truly inspiring and incredible well done!

$131.88

Michael Leonardi

James, I can’t really imagine everything you’ve been through not many people could. But over the last 7+ years I’ve seen how much you’ve grown and matured, and it’s been great to watch. Making the move to Australia was massive, and I’ve always admired the drive you’ve had to keep improving yourself, even when things haven’t been easy. Sticking with your fitness journey through it all has been awesome to see too. If your story helps even one person or pushes someone in a better direction, I’m fully behind it. When you’re out running and it’s just you and your thoughts, think about how far you’ve come. You took a huge leap moving abroad and you’ve built a solid life for yourself. I’m sure there’ve been sacrifices along the way, but the friends, experiences, and memories you’ve made are worth more than anything. Good luck mate smash it 👊

$54.12

Riri 🤍

Lessssgedddit Naylor!! Time to lock tf in and create an impact 🔐

$54.12

Mathilda Jones

Excited to watch this incredible journey

$11.65

Summer

Huge respect for such a good cause, wishing you all the best ☺️

$211

Brad Kelly

What you’re doing is huge — 1,000 km of strength, purpose, and heart. Your run is making a real difference for Black Dog Institute. Keep pushing, mate.

$54.12

Luke C

$211

Dan D’auvergne-massie

God speed mate. Amazing cause and big effort 🙏