Nottingham Post published Notts soldier to do 10,000 push-ups in charity challenge

An infantry soldier from Nottingham will run almost 500 kilometres and do more than 10,000 push-ups in order to raise money for veterans affected by post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD).Warrant Officer Marc Giles, from Chilwell, will complete the 'Ultimate Mercian Challenge' in aid of the veteran's mental health charity Combat Stress with three of his colleagues from the Mercian Regiment.Inspired by the #22PushupChallenge social media campaign, which started in America with those taking part...