In an attempt to raise awareness about child obesity, and break a world record, a Utah man is attempting to walk from New York City to Los Angeles in under 53 days.

Matt Livermanne, a 33-year-old native Texan, is trying to break a land walking record set in 1973 by Englishman Jon Lees. Lees made the trek from City Hall in New York City to Los Angeles City Hall in 53 day, 12 hours and 15 minutes. Livermanne will attempt to do the same in 51 days.

He will partner with schools along his journey, to help them raise money to keep their PE programs, and promote healthy habits.