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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Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Weekly Recap-15th Week of Limbo


Sunday
Harbor half marathon.

Saturday
Off

Friday
4 normal pace after work. Humidity dropped at night, popped 7 like it was nothing. Added another 3.5 walking to burn calories.

Thursday
Off

Wednesday
Five normal pace at lunch. Three faster pace at night, hope to go to 6. But complete soaked at 3.25, had to walk last 2.75.

Tuesday
Off

Monday
4 at normal pace after work. Six walk / run at night.





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