By PETER DOUGLAS
FERNTREE GULLY fitness enthusiast Michael Muscat will soon be trudging up and down the AFL’s favourite stomping ground.
As part of a unique charity effort, Mr Muscat, 57, will take stair climbing and endurance to a whole new level as part of this year’s Stadium Stomp MCG.
To raise money for a nominated charity, he will join thousands of other fund-raisers in tackling the 7343 steps on the top and bottom seating levels of the MCG.
After completing the event last year, Mr Muscat said he was expecting a painful yet rewarding experience.
“It’s really difficult but a good challenge,” he said.
“Once you get up to the higher tiers, it really burns.
“It is interesting to see the MCG from a different perspective though.”
Adding to his motivation, Mr Muscat had a kidney removed a few years ago due to cancer.
“Having cancer gave me a completely new perspective on things,” he said.
“I’ve been setting myself various challenges to stay fit and healthy since then, and this is one of those challenges.”
Mr Muscat said he had been training regularly through cycling and walking the 1000 Steps.
More information at www.stadiumstomp.com.au/MCG.
