Thud, Sweat and Tears

A teenage rebel becomes struck down with Epilepsy and his life changes for ever but Glyn Marston battles on and one day decides to take up long distance running to prove his fitness to himself.This takes him on an amazing journey that will see him run in the most gruelling races around the World, run across the Grand Canyon, run in races of 155 miles non stop running and breaking numerous World Records for treadmill running, and receiving a personal audience with HRH The Queen.Named as Walsall's running and sporting Ambassador Glyn Marston receives numerous awards for his charity fundraising and his extreme athletism.With numerous TV,Film and Sporting personalities as his close friends, Glyn became a Nationally respected Athlete and also became a top ranked runner in the Ultra distance running scene.However a serious knee injury was to force Glyn to retire from running and at the same time he was to face a huge challenge to save his marriage.... A True story of a local and National Hero who became a true inspiration through his endeavours , a great read.