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One of the most significant evolutions in modern sport has been the emergence of world-class performances by master athletes. Over a wide range of sport - from golf to marathons and ironman triathlons, from swimming to football, from rowing to track & field - athletes who, in the past, would have stopped their activities in their thirties or younger, now carry on. No longer is anyone too old to compete and a whole new competitive area has opened up for sportspeople ranging in age up to their seventies.

This text provides an explanation of the principles of training for women. Clothing, diet and equipment, and the avoidance of and treatment for injuries are covered. Schedules provide guidelines for all women who want to run.

Written with Lydlard's long time co-author Garth Gllmour, "Distance Training for Young Athletes" addresses teenagers, parents, teachers and coaches with instruction, guidance and wisdom, in a simple, clear and non-technical style it covers all aspects of running middle and long distance races for fun and success, Including philosophy, physiology, running mechanics, nutrition and injury prevention. It concludes with sample training schedules, tested in athletics and other sports for more than four decades.

His description of a systematic, detailed training program for beginners and top-runners is based on a clear defined conception of fitness. Beside detailed schedules for the training, the book includes tips concerning equipment and outfit, nutrition, prevention of injury, therapy and the relationship between the coach and the athlete. Furthermore ......