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, December 31, 2012

Weekly Recap

Sunday.
Ran slow six, but lots of incline.

Saturday
Worked in am, hit pavement after lunch for 5. Raphael cruised up behind me. I ran with him for half a mile and let him go. Walked / jogged 2 on mill afterwards.
Walked / jogged 4 more at night

Friday
Walked / jogged 5

Thursday..
Off

Wednesday.
Off

Tuesday.
Kingwood Marathon (3:46)

Monday
Off

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