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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Monday, November 10, 2008

The good, bad, and ugly

GOOD
Put in 46 last week (15, 9, 9, 6, 5). Aerobically I felt good. I also felt like I had good power. Overall, all my mileage was good.

BAD
Still lots of muscles and joint stress. My ankles have been bothering me. I have an inner upper thigh stress. My hamstrings are also tight. Most concerning, I have had a left lower ab stress that is really acute when starting out. Sometimes I grimace from the sharp pain. But after about 15-20 minutes, it loosens up and I feel OK.

UGLY
I can really feel the extra 4-5 pounds I've put on. Everyday I am downing handfuls of Halloween candy floating around the office and home. Also cheating on other stuff. I really need to get serious about dropping 5 pounds before I start high mileage in about two weeks. I'll add some late night walks to burn some extra weight.
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