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, February 25, 2013

Weekly Recap-No Scheduled Races

Sunday.
Off a few days -Out of country. Still 195, gotta drop 10-15 pounds before Beach To Bay.

Saturday
Girls had a 5k a couple miles away. I ran there, ran 5k with them, ran back. About 8 miles in all.

Friday
Long day-off

Thursday.
Hit pavement for easy 5 when I got home. Walked, mostly jogged 4 more at night

Wednesday.
Long 13 hr day. Hit pavement for slow 4.

Tuesday.
Walked / jogged 5.

Monday
Long 14 hr day. Still managed a fast six.

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