HARK ANGEL X MURPH MARATHON

26 OCTOBER 2026

WE HAVE RAISED $500 SO FAR

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WE HAVE RAISED $500 SO FAR 〰️

 

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The Murph Marathon for Cambodia is a charity fitness challenge where Jack and Ben will complete 10 consecutive unpartitioned Murph workouts within a 12-hour timeframe, followed by a 10km run with a weighted vest, totaling a marathon distance. This event aims to raise funds for Hark Angel, an Australian charity dedicated to building schools in impoverished regions.

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The Murph Marathon aka Murphathon is as follows:

  • Jack and Ben will wear a 10kg weighted vest for all components within the desired 12-hour time frame.

  • They complete 10 consecutive Murph workouts, performing each exercise in sequence without breaks between sets (unpartitioned):

    Each Murph workout includes:

    1 mile run (1.61 km)

    Then, they complete in a sequential manner, where each set of exercises must be completed in order before moving on to the next:

    100 pull-ups

    200 push-ups

    300 air squats

    Finally, another 1 mile run

  • After finishing all 10 Murph workouts, they run an extra 10 kilometres while still wearing the weighted vest.

  • By the end of the event, they will have achieved:

    1000 pull-ups in total

    2000 push-ups in total

    3000 air squats in total

    Covered a marathon distance of running (42.1km or 26.2 miles)

 
 
 

WHAT IS THE Murph Marathon

To understand the Murph Marathon, it's essential to first know what a Murph workout is. The Murph workout, named in honour of Navy Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy, a Medal of Honor recipient who was killed in action during Operation Red Wings in 2005, is a well-known CrossFit hero workout. Originally called "Body Armor," the Murph workout is a challenging regimen that honours Lt. Murphy's memory and dedication.

 
 
 

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Murph Marathon FAQ

Everything you need to know about the Murph Marathon, a 24-hour charity event.

 
 

  • The Murph Marathon for Cambodia is a charity fitness challenge where Jack and Ben will complete 10 consecutive unpartitioned Murph workouts within a 12-hour timeframe, followed by a 10km run with a weighted vest, totaling a marathon distance. This event aims to raise funds for Hark Angel, an Australian charity dedicated to building schools in impoverished regions.

  • The Murph workout, named after Navy Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy, consists of a 1-mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 air squats, and another 1-mile run, all while wearing a 10 kg weighted vest. It is a renowned CrossFit hero workout performed annually on Memorial Day to honor Lt. Murphy and other fallen service members.

  • Hark Angel is an Australian registered charity committed to building 100 schools in the world's most impoverished regions. They have already constructed 11 schools in Kenya, Myanmar, and Cambodia. Hark Angel's mission is to transform lives through education, and every dollar donated goes directly towards building more schools and empowering communities. Our family has a long history of supporting charitable causes, and we have previously collaborated with Hark Angel to raise funds for building schools. The impact of these schools on the communities is profound, and we are committed to continuing our support to help build a school in Cambodia.

  • Ben: In May 2023, Ben completed a 10-hour challenge consisting of 1000 pull-ups, 2000 push-ups, and a marathon, raising over $20,000 for Syndromes Without A Name (SWAN) Australia. Jack: Between 2021 and 2022, Jack organized annual fundraisers for Conviction Group, raising $27,900 through two long-distance running events of 65km and 60km.

  • The event will take place October 26th but the exact location is still to be announced

  • Follow us on social media (check the footer) and our event page for regular updates, photos, and videos of the challenge. We will also share progress reports and results after the event.