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, May 2, 2011

Weekly Recap-3 Weeks Until Beach To Bay

Sunday.
Easy 5, followed by 1 walk in late morning. Fast 4 at night.

Saturday.
5k with girls in am. Quick 4 before dinner.

Friday
Walked 3.5 when I got home, then had things to do. 6 more at night, walked a half.

Thursday.
3 with J on CCAC track after work. Another easy 5 when we came home. Walk / jog 4 more at night.

Wednesday.
Off-pizza, ice cream, cookies, and a bottle of Jack.

Tuesday.
Easy five on mill.

Monday
4 easy with J on CCAC track. Hard 4 on mill at night. Walked one more.









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