training, nutrition, injury prevention, motivation, racing and includes advice from experts and other women runners. It acknowledges the fact that women have different running need from men, and addresses the physical, psychological and social difference

progress so far. Old but slow: TOTALLY COMPREHENSIVE Strengths: This book covers just about everything you could ever need to know about distance running. From 5ks to marathons, it offers advice on training, race days, the psychology of running and even

always train the next day after drinking one. Weaknesses: All the flavours taste good - particular favourite is the Vanilla Bean and easily available! Most supermarkets often have them offer and as they have such a long shelf life they are great to stock

of support it gives in the midfoot. Wear testers say "You can tell why this shoe is in its 11th generation - a great, reliable model." Neil Tillott Oompa: The Mutt's nuts! Strengths: Early days but already feel much more comfortable than my Adrenaline 10's

're easy to swallow and didn't give me any gut problems. goldbeetle : HANDY TO HAVE ON THE GO Strengths: when you dont carry a lot of water or your in a race these are perfect Weaknesses: when you dont carry a lot of water or your in a race