More than 50 fitness enthusiasts and community members come together at Wanderlust Fitness Village for the 4×48 Mental Health Smasher, a 48-hour endurance challenge raising funds and awareness for mental health initiatives across Indonesia.
Now in its 5th year, participants complete one workout every four hours over the course of 48 hours, for a total of 12 workouts. While the physical challenge is demanding, the event is designed to highlight a deeper message.
“The hardest part isn’t always the workout,” organisers explain. “It’s the waiting. Those four-hour breaks represent what many people experience when living with mental health challenges—the uncertainty, the anticipation, and the battles that often go unseen.”
This year’s event is dedicated to the memory of McCoy Turner, a CrossFit athlete who took his own life after battling PTSD and other mental health conditions. One of the workouts completed during the event is the official CrossFit Hero Workout created in his honour, serving as a reminder of why conversations around mental health matter.
All funds raised will directly support Bali Bersama Bisa Foundation and Shuffle & Strides, two organisations working to improve access to mental health support, education, and community programs throughout Indonesia.
The movement extends beyond Bali. CrossFit FortBox in Manila, Philippines and CrossFit Namsan in Seoul, South Korea also complete the 4×48 challenge, joining affiliate gyms across Australia, Singapore, Cambodia, and Mexico. Their participation demonstrates the growing international support for mental health advocacy and reinforces that this is more than a fitness event, it’s a global community standing together for a cause that affects us all.
Throughout the weekend, participants will push through sleep deprivation, fatigue, and physical discomfort while encouraging one another to keep moving—reflecting the importance of community support during difficult times.
The event welcomes spectators, supporters, and donors to attend throughout the weekend, cheer on participants, and learn more about the mental health organisations benefiting from the fundraiser.
Event Details
Event: 4×48 Mental Health Smasher Date: 31 July – 2 August 2026
Venue: Wanderlust Fitness Village, Canggu, Bali
Challenge: 12 workouts over 48 hours (one workout every four hours)
Beneficiaries: Bali Bersama Bisa Foundation & Shuffle & Strides