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, January 17, 2011

Weekly Recap-2 Weeks To Houston

Sunday.
Ran 4.

Saturday.
Ran 2 with girls at club on am. Ran 8 when I got home. Was shooting for 13, but felt off. Really heavy and stiff in left leg. Will try for 13 again tomorrow.

Friday
Walked / jogged 7 during lunch. 5 after work, walked 1 more.

Thursday.
8 during lunch with 4 X 1,000 meter light VOmax. Walked / jogged another 5 at night.

Wednesday.
Walked 3 during the day. Had 8 scheduled for night, but took off. Needed a break.

Tuesday.
4 during lunch. Walked another 3. At night, walked / jogged 6.

Monday
Walked / jogged 5 during lunch. Solid 8 at night. Starting to feel over trained, but doing everything to keep weight down.








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