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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Monday, September 20, 2010

Weekly Recap-8 Weeks to San Antonio

Sunday.
Only 7 at normal pace at night, legs felt tight. Walked a couple more.

Saturday.
A decent 13. Could have gone more, but with a cool front coming in Sunday, why suffer.

Friday
Ran 5 during lunch with the intention to do 10 tonight. Ate 8 pastries, two pieces cake, bake potato, and bought a bottle of Jack instead. Gonna make 5 triple Jack and sodas, and call it a night.

Thursday.
Had to make up for yesterday. 8 slow and low during lunch, another 6 slow and low at night, walked a couple more.

Wednesday.
Disappointing. Been feeling pretty good, thought I was pop 10-12 at full pace. Actually doing OK, but legs felt tight and heavy. I did do 17 in all yesterday, haven't been sleeping well yesterday, just worn down. Called it quits at 5.5 normal pace. There was a south wind and 90% humidity.

Tuesday.
9 low and slow during lunch. Another 8 walk / jog at night. Just burning calories, but to good effect. Weight has been dropping. 5 more lbs and I'll be close to race weight.

Monday
Only had time to squeeze in 4. Good pace though.



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