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, December 27, 2010

Weekly Recap-5 Weeks to Houston

Sunday.
Off, skipped scheduled 18 mile LR and ate about 5000 calories instead.

Saturday.
5 at hotel. Walked / jogged another 3.

Friday
8 good ones on at the hotel exercise room.

Thursday.
5 in am, walked 1 more. 7 with some extra speed at night, walked 2 more. Legs need a break.

Wednesday.
Walked 5 in morning. Walked 5 during lunch. Ran 4 at night.

Tuesday.
Walked 5 in early morn, walked 5 during lunch.

Monday
8 at normal pace during lunch. Four at night.







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