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 29, 2010

Weekly Summary-Recovery Week 4

Sunday.
Good 12, but man I can feel the extra weight; much harder on body.

Saturday.
Ran 5k with girls in AM.

Friday
Walked four durning lunch and did some light weights.

At night, 70 degress, 94% humidity. Did 5 miles at normal pace and sweated through my shorts.

Thursday.
4 during lunch, six at night. Walked couple more to burn calories.

Wednesday.
Off

Tuesday.
8 with 2 X 1,000 meter moderate hills.

Monday
Off-out if town.





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