In January of this year my dad was diagnosed as having a brain tumour, and after going through brain surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, we are still unsure what the future holds.

His determination, drive and motivation during this period has been nothing short of inspirational, which is why I have decided to raise much needed money to help fund research and understanding into brain tumours.

Tough Mudder, may well be one of the toughest events on the planet, but compared to what my dad has been through in the first 4 months of 2013, it should be a walk in the park...