WATCH: Fundraiser to run 26 miles dressed as gorilla
As if running 26 miles was not hard enough - fundraiser Glyn Marston will be doing it dressed as a gorilla.
The 52-year-old, from New Invention, will take part in his 15th London Marathon next April, his first for a decade, in a unique costume which makes him look like a gorilla carrying a cage.
To get himself ready for the run, Glyn has been donning his costume on early morning runs around Willenhall park and nearby streets.
He said: "Doing the marathon is a challenge on its own, I have done 14 in the past but this is my first for 10 years.
"I have made good times in the past but I was concerned about letting myself down this time due to how long it has been.
"My way of getting around that was to look into buying a fancy dress costume, so at least I have an excuse if I don't make good time.
"I have to admit I am absolutely loving it so far, I have turned a few heads doing my early morning runs.
"I don't think it would be safe for me to go out during hours where there is heavy traffic on the roads, I could cause a crash."
Glyn will be running the marathon to raise money for Epilepsy Action, a charity close to his heart.
He will also be competing in the London 100 bike ride for the same cause.
He said: "I have suffered with epilepsy throughout my life, even though my last attack was back in 1977, I am still taking medicine every day to keep myself from having another.
"A couple of years ago I thought I was in with a chance of being able to come off my medication but I was told that couldn't happen.
"I guess I need it more than I think.
"Epilepsy is a terrible condition and I hope that by being as eye catching as possible during my run, I can get as much money together as possible to make a donation."
To make a donation ahead of Glyn's run, visit www.justgiving.com/glyn-marston/ or text GLYN62 followed by £1,£2 or £3 to 70070.
