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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Sunday, March 22, 2009

Weekly Recap (11 Weeks From Newport, OR)

Sunday
Strong 9 miler, with 5 at LT

Saturday
Off

Friday
It wasn't much, but the wind lightly blew out of the north. What a difference. Cruised a 11 miler and add some long, but gentle inclining hills.

Thursday
Came back and did a 12 miler, using portable fan on mill.

Wednesday
Was going for 12, sweated so much couldn't breath by 7.5.

Tuesday
five

Monday
With busy week pending, I was up at 5:00 a.m. and on mill by 5:20. Put in my 17 mile LR to hedge against getting tied down later in the week. Overall good.

I did bring an extra pair of shoes in case I soaked through first pair. Sure enough, had to switch at 14 1/2. Not only did it give me traction, but the shoe switch made my feet feel light, without the extra 1-2 pound of water weighing down my initial pair.
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