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, November 7, 2010

Race Week-San Antonio Marathon

Sunday.

Saturday.

Friday

Thursday.
5 during lunch. Walked / jogged 6 at night.

Wednesday.
Four during lunch, four at night; walked 3 more to burn off some cookies.

Tuesday.
Walk / jog 5. Off low carbs for today, had a potato and some fruit.

Monday
5 miler, walked another to wind down.







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