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, August 15, 2010

Weekly Recap-Week 2 in Limbo

Sunday.
Off-Not really but busy busy busy.

Saturday.
Off


Friday
Decent 11, really cut speed to handle heat.

Thursday.
Off

Wednesday.
Good 12 miler, reduced speed to handle heat. Started off well, with right hip a little tight; about an hour into it, hip really stressed.

But overall, climbing out of the hole.

Tuesday.
Off

Monday
Off
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