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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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Week 4 in Summer Limbo-No Races Scheduled For A while

Sunday.
Five with 4 X 800 meter moderate hills. Walked one more.

Saturday.
Late afternoon, ran fast fast 4 on mill, walked 1 more. At night, jogged 3.

Friday
Well, something. Did slow 12 on mill, but not too bad. Walked one more.

Thursday.
Off-Out of town with work. Starting strict diet to lose 4-5 lbs before going to Australia in 2 wks

Wednesday.
Off-swamped with work.

Tuesday.
Off-Didn't get home till 8:30 from work.

Monday
Did quick three on mill, but had to quit to handle family items.


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