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, July 11, 2011

Race Week-Hunter Valley

Sunday.

Saturday.
Race in 36 hrs. Weight pretty good, instead of feeling 5lb over optimal, 3 at most. Temp will be good (50) to great, might have some overcast. Unless hills are mega bad, will hit halfway in 1:34-1:35 and go from there.

Forecast-52 at gun with 70% chance of rain. Part of course on grass, if it rains, crap, otherwise should be good. That's it, I'm ready to shut up and run.

Friday
Off

Thursday.
Walked seven. Wanted to wait till Friday to carb, but started today.

Wednesday.
Walked four.

Tuesday.
Walked / jogged 3, then jogged 5k with Jules.

Monday-Australia Time
Walked / jogged 3 with girls






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