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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Friday, November 12, 2010

Time to "Shut up and Run"

Well, I'm still skeptical because I've never had good weather.  But the forecast is for 50 degrees, light north wind, and lots of cloud cover at the start.
 
My training wasn't great, but good, some solid long runs.  My weight isn't perfect, but pretty good.  The weather is not ideal, but can't complain.  Hoping three goods=good enough.  Hoping to PR.
 
 
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