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, October 18, 2010

Weekly Recap-4 Weeks To San Antonio

Sunday.
Off

Saturday.
Had 20 scheduled; went into it with inflammation in right leg, especially hip after doing 52 already this week, with 15 yesterday. Weather was awful also.

Felt fair first hour, but when I increased speed my right leg started to tighten, the heat was wearing on me too. After 8, I decided any more would do more harm than good. Shut it down and walked 4 more to burn calories.

Friday
Walked four during lunch. Six after work. Another 5 late night.

Thursday.
7.5 during lunch. 4 more at night, walked an extra.

Wednesday.
Quick 5 during lunch, good speed. Another quick 5 at night

Tuesday.
Swapped at work, up at 5:30 am. for a quick four on pavement, walked a couple more. 70 degrees with 90% humidity, couldn't breath.

Monday
Quick 5 during lunch, good speed. Another quick 5 at night.






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