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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Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Weekly Recap-6 Weeks Until Hunter Valley

Sunday.
Fast 12 on mill.

Saturday.
Ran 5 at normal pace with 4 X 800 meter moderate inclined. Walked 1 more.

Ran 3 with J on CCAC track in afternoon. Jogged 2 more when I got home.

Friday
Off

Thursday.
Up at 5:30 for a 6 miler with Mike. Hot, but not quite as bad. Walked 2 more on way back home.

Wednesday.
Met Mike, Jeff, Jamie, and Andrew for 6 this am. Hot and Humid. Andrew and I feel behind at mile 1.5 and ran together the remainder. Walked another 4 at night. Just burning calories.

Tuesday.
Ran quick 3 when I got home, and ran two with Cate and Juliet down to YorkTown. Then I walked / jogged another 3 when I got home.

Monday
Fast 8 on mill. Walked 1 more. Legs felt heavy but power good.



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