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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Sunday, January 17, 2010

Phoenix '10- Quick Results

I went out with the fastest group, 3:00. Dead on at 5k, 20 secs behind at 10k, but still on pace. 1:40 behind at half, on 3:04 pace.

Paid for it, cramped at 14. Quads felt like nails were harmered in them.

Long and painful 12 miles to finish. Stayed with it for a respectable 3:35:48.

Not my day, but still great to run.

No consolation needed. No regrets, no disappointments. That's how I run. Feel great.




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