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, May 19, 2010

Weekly Recap-Week 3 in Limbo

Sunday.
Good 8. Pulled back 12 secs/ mile to handle heat. At 6 felt great and picked it up to normal pace. 2 miles later, soaked in sweat.

Amazing how 12-15 secs/ mile makes big difference.

Saturday.
Off

Friday
Off.

Thursday.
Five miler.

Wednesday.
Jogged a couple with girls.

Tuesday.
Walked four during lunch, Ran / Walked another six at night. Just burning calories.

Monday
Walked 4.5 at night.
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