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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Saturday, August 7, 2010

Weekly Recap-Week 1 in Limbo

Sunday.
Solid 7.5 at normal pace, legs a little heavy but not too bad. Hip a little stiff but not too bad.

Saturday.
Wow, hope? That was surprising. I've been running like cramp for two weeks; body has been sore all over. Also the heat was unbearable.

The fights were on TV tonight, so I figured I'd walk 4-6 on the mill to burn calories. After walking four, I took a bathroom break.

I came back and figured I'd run 1-2; after two, I felt good. It was after 10 pm and the heat wasn't as bad, also no pain in legs. I figured I make 5 of it, then 7; by 10 I was still feeling good but I stopped not to over due it while still recovering.

I think my legs had fluid build up from the long flight back from downunder, body feeling better. If I could get back to consistent 12 milers each week through August, I should be ready for a full cycle in September.

Friday
Off

Thursday.
Tried to run 6 outside with my friend John. He was fine; I just about heat stroked at 3 and walked a mile back to the car.

Wednesday.
Walked / jogged 5, hotter than hell.

Tuesday.
Jogged four, walked another two. Quads stiff and heavy. It's gonna be a long road back.

Monday
Walked / jogged 10. Body still hurting
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