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, August 8, 2023

Weekly Recap-Week 11 of Summer Training (Week Ending Aug 13 2023)

 Saturday

Off.  Trying to heal injuries


Saturday
Off.  Trying to heal injuries

Friday
Off.  Trying to heal injuries

Thursday
Off.  Trying to heal injuries

Wednesday
Off.  Trying to heal injuries

Tuesday
Off.  Trying to heal injuries 

Monday
Disappointing.  Jogged 5k.

Bad news:  though not acute, groin strain still there.  Same with back pain.  After the run, both goin and back inflamed.

Good news:  Felt light  in pace and good aerobically.   No sciatica pain down back of  leg to calve.


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