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 24, 2010

Recover Week #1-Post Phoenix

Sunday.
Wanted to do 8, but had client deadline. Normally, I wiuld push back client, but being recovery week, I skipped run.

Saturday.
Off-For sure will add five pounds this week from junk eating.

Friday
Jogged easy six. Not bad. Not sore but stiff and tight.

Thursday.
Off-Eating poorly.

Wednesday.
Walked five.

Tuesday.
Off, still sore in quads; calves alright

Monday
Off-After months of abstinence, eating everyting in sight.
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