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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Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Weekly Recap-5 Weeks Until Beach To Bay

Sunday.
7 in afternoon.

Saturday.
Jogged 5k at race with girls in am. Ran 5.5 at night, walked to six. Felt good, but sweating terribly.

Friday
Walked / jogged 7 at hotel in am. Walked / jogged 5 at home after lunch

Thursday.
Walked / jogged 6 at hotel after dinner

Wednesday.
Walked 2 in am. Wanted to get in 5-7 at night, but ran out time.

Tuesday.
Jogged 4.5 during lunch. Walked / jogged another 7.0 throughout day.

Monday.
Jogged 7.5, walked another 4 throughout day.
Getting hot. Dripping sweat on 7.5









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