In 2017, my legendary father, Trevor (Trev) Marge, was unexpectedly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis ("MS"). Anyone that knows Trev will agree that he is and always has been the life and soul of the party and so to receive this news and experience the sometimes debilitating symptoms was a huge shock to him and our family.

MS is an unpredictable and incurable condition that affects people's nervous systems. It can attack suddenly or progress steadily, bringing a range of symptoms which can include sight loss, incontinence, fatigue and mobility problems. No-one with MS can be sure when or how it will affect them next.

The MS Society fund vital research into the causes of MS and possible treatments. They provide a helpline service, answering the calls of those looking for advice and support. They believe that together, we are strong enough to stop MS.

Frustratingly there is still no known cause or cure for MS, a condition that affects around 1 in every 500 people in the UK. As such, I am running 26.2 miles in the 2022 Virgin Money London Marathon to support the MS Society and hopefully contribute to the ongoing research and support that makes such a big difference to the victims of MS.

I am incredibly excited and equally nervous to run the marathon on behalf of such an amazing charity and even more excited to run alongside some inspiring MS runners.

I will begin my training on the 1st May and you can track my progress by following my Strava account (linked to this page).

Thank you all,

Tom / Marge / Fridge