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).
All Alone at Mile 10 (about 7 marathoners and 30 halfers stretched out in front over a mile)
Post race, a bit happier after downing 11 bean and cheese breakfast tacos and half a pizza.
3:19, 7th overall and 2nd in age division.
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Dude, you are amazing! Seriously, the Galveston Marathon was NO JOKE this year. I ran the full (my 4th marathon so far) and placed 3rd in my age group at 3:56. This race will truly be one that I will NEVER forget with all of that rain and WIND. Kudos to you! Well done!!
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Dude, you are amazing! Seriously, the Galveston Marathon was NO JOKE this year. I ran the full (my 4th marathon so far) and placed 3rd in my age group at 3:56. This race will truly be one that I will NEVER forget with all of that rain and WIND. Kudos to you! Well done!!
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