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Health
Marina Leiva García

A run coach and a physical therapist explain how to train for a marathon when you don't have any time

Man sitting on an indoor step tying up shoes laces on his trainers, dressed in a tshirt and shorts ready for a run.

Marathon running was once reserved for elite athletes but it’s now an increasingly popular goal for runners of all levels. Tackling a 26.2 miles/ 42 km race is an impressive challenge that demands perseverance—and yes—lots of training.

But if time is scarce and life is busy, how do you learn to run long distances? It's a common issue; two-thirds of Strava users cite a lack of time due to work as a major barrier to working out.

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