Only about 2% of runners will finish a marathon in less than 180 minutes (3 hours)

Six years ago, I couldn't even imagine running the distance (26.2 miles). But after working up to 3-4 mile jogs a few times a week, I set the incredible goal of running a half marathon.

After four months of intense training, well at that time (20-25 miles/wk), I ran the Houston half-marathon on January 16th, 2005. It was so grueling, I swore that was it. I'll never do another half, let alone a full.

Fortunately a running comrade pushed me to do a full marathon. Rededicated, I set a sub 4:00 hour goal for the full Houston marathon the following year. I trained harder than ever and crossed the finish in 3:59; I was hooked.

I've now run 21 marathons and this site is my journal to join that exclusive club of those who finish a marathon in under 180 minutes (3 hours).

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Friday, September 19, 2008

Two day break

After a great run Monday, and a 6 mile a.m. / 4 mile p.m split Tuesday, I aborted a 14 miler on Wednesday at mile 8.5. As my schedule had a miler 8 within the week, I just substituted.


I decided that I needed to carb up, and was feeling lethargic. I ate like a pig Wednesday night, and all day Thursday with the plan to run 21 on Friday.


Feeling better, but concerned about adding a pound or two this week due to "going to town" on everything edible. Well see how 21 miler goes.
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