Provides a complete explanation of the principles of training for women, both physiological and mechanical. Clothing, equipment and diet, and the avoidance of and treatment for injuries are covered, and schedules which provide guidelines for all women who want to run are included.

Increasing numbers of people of all ages are taking up sports and physical activity in order to counter the negative effects of modern civilization. A popular form is endurance training. This text focuses on endurance training offering advice on how to avoid injury.