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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Saturday, May 31, 2014

50 Pounds

While at the Doctor's yesterday, the Doc was reviewing my chart. He
shook his head and laughed. I asked what was funny and he replied,
"Gee, you've gained a bit of weight in the last couple of years."

I sighed, "Yeah, I know. Just lots of work and travel-no time to run.
I've gained about 40 pounds in the last two years." Doc said,
"Forty? Try 50!" You were 175 at your last check-up. Today we weighed
you at 224."

I then thought he was going to give me grief to lose some weight.
Instead, Doc said, "But in my opinion, your look better now!"
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