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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Sunday, August 21, 2011

Weekly Recap-12 Weeks Until San Antonio

Sunday.
Off-Loaded down with work.

Saturday.
5k with girls in am.

Solid 15 at night, with light hills. Walked one more. Felt good, but still too heavy. But long day in hot. 5 lbs weight, 15 degrees cooler, and some rest should help.

Friday
Off-London work day

Thursday.
Jog / Walked 7 throughout day.

Wednesday.
Quick 7 during lunch, with 5 X 200 meter strides. Really hot. Walked / Jogged another 7 throughout day.

Tuesday.
5 during lunch. Walked / jogged another 6.

Monday
7 on the mill.





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