Time is always tight when you’re marathon training, because you suddenly have to fit in a lot more running alongside your usual responsibilities. Add in the fact you’re also more tired than usual, and it’s easy to let things like stretching and strength work fall by the wayside.
The trouble is, you increase your risk of injury if you’re not doing that supportive work. It’s all about finding a balance that works for you, and for me, that means doing things like stretching and strength training in regular but small doses, rather than trying to commit to long sessions.
