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 13, 2010

Weekly Recap-7 Weeks to Houston

Sunday.
5 in am, walked 3 more. Ran quick 4 in afternoon. Walked /jog another 5 at night.

Saturday.
Walked / jogged 5 in am. Ran solid 5 in afternoon. Thought about another 5 in p.m., but body was telling me no.

Friday
New shoes out of the box, 21 miler in the bag.

Solid 21, with hills to match Houston course.

Thursday.
Walked four in early morning. Ran quick 5 during lunch. Wanted to get 6-8 at night, but no time no time no time.

Wednesday.
Good 12, muggy weather.

Tuesday.
Seven, slow but lots of incline.
Wish I had time to do more, I don't.

Monday
Very very comfortable 7. Wish I had time to do 12-15. I didn't.
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