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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Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Weekly Recap-Week 3 in Limbo

Sunday.
7.5; had a dozen in me, but not the motivation. Tried of being soaked in sweat at 5 miles.

Saturday.
Off-To tired and lazy to put in 7-8.

Friday
Going to 8 or more, but got late start 10:30 p.m.; called it quits after 30 minutes at 3.5.

Thursday.
Off-wanted to get in 5, too busy

Wednesday.
10 miler. Was planning for 8, felt good at 7 and increased speed with plan to go 12. But by 10 heat was getting to me. Shut it down.


Tuesday.
Off

Monday
10 nice and slow.



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