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, March 11, 2013

Weekly Recap-9 Weeks Until Beach To Bay

Sunday.
Did three with girls down Oso in afternoon, then another 3 on mill walked one more.
Easy four down Oso at night.

Saturday
Worked part of day, but nice 7 miler with a bit of bump on incline. Good pace.

Friday
Off

Thursday.
Long work day

Wednesday.
Off-14 hour work day

Tuesday.
Surprised myself.  Hit the mill and after 4 was ready to quit.  Stayed with it and put in a decent, but slow nine.  If I could drop 5 more lbs, I could get back to consistent 8-10 milers.

Monday
Off-15hour day

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