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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Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Good Enough

The weather is not as good as advertised "average start tempature 40 degree." But the 49 degree forecast is good enough, if the wind is out of north.

My weight is five pounds heavier than I wanted, but still better than my BQ weight this time last year.

All in all, going for 3:10 again. Should be OK for first 20, after that, it's a crap shoot. I do feel confident I will PR.
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