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, September 8, 2009

Weekly Recap-10th week of Limbo

Sunday
Wind switched to the northwest. Made 7 miler piece of cake.

Saturday
Off- not very motivated.

Friday
Off

Thursday
Wanted to do 12-15. Called it quits at 7.

I could have gutted up to 12, but just didn't have motivation. 90% humidity. Just laborious.

Wednesday
Off

Tuesday
Three walk durning lunch

Monday
Walk/ run four durning lunch. Walk / run another six at night. Just burning calories.






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