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, April 18, 2012

Week 3 in Limbo-No Race Schedule, Except Beach to Bay

Sunday
Met Mike at 6:00am for easy 10,  last cool weather for probably 5-6 months  Later in afternoon, 4 on mill with speed strides, walked 1 more.

Saturday
Fast 4 on mill in early afternoon. Easy 3 on mill late afternoon

Friday
6 on mill with some speed strides

Thursday
Ran easy six with Mike.

Wednesday
Off

Tuesday
Ran a couple from 5:10-5:30, then met mike and John for 6 at 5:30. Pretty strong pace. I got left behind but made it up toward end. Walked 1.0 more.

Monday
Off

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