Book excerpt: He has been through the worst of heart failure and within hours of dying and two very complicated open heart surgeries to save his life. After the second, he set a goal to complete an Ironman race. He had doubters and naysayers, but three years later, he was defying the odds. This story chronicles all of the hardships and successes of a triathlete, husband, and father who puts family and friends first, and who has overcome obstacles that few ever face.Follow Jeremy Woodward's journey from adolescence to adulthood, from athlete to small business owner, from the operating room to the finish line, and from heart failure to victory. Written by Jeremy Woodward with Ben Veilleux- Published by Civin Media Relations