Bacchus Marsh doctor Ravin Sadhai is gearing up to support Febfast 2015 and encouraging others to jump on board.
Dr Sadhai says he will give up alcohol for 28 days to help raise funds for youth addiction.
FebFast challenges participants to refrain from their favourite vices, such as alcohol, sugar, social media, junk food or smoking, for the month of February.
Dr Sadhai took part in the challenge with his friends last year in a team they dubbed the “Feb Four”.
“To see how you can go without stuff is important to improve your lifestyle,” Dr Sadhai said. “I thought I’d try it and lead by example.”
Dr Sadhai said Febfast was also a good way to kickstart the new year towards better health.
He admitted the commitment was “fairly difficult” in the beginning, especially at social gatherings, but it got easier.
“I certainly don’t drink excessively, but I like a beer or two,” he said.
“I think it’s important to have these challenges and to challenge yourself in terms of trying to improve your lifestyle.”
Dr Sadhai and his Feb Four teammates, Kate, Peter and Andrea, raised $1000 last year.
“I think it’s an excellent thing to do and I highly recommend it to people from all walks of life,” he said. “Give it a go and be prepared to challenge yourself.”
Febfast 2015 kicks off in February for 28 days.
For more information or to register, visit www.febfast.org.au
