The hysterical, hormonal woman – a stereotype you thought had died – is suddenly trending on social media. Only now it’s women calling out their own crazy. Are we validating a collective experience – or creating a bloody mess?

Shoes get all the attention, but the sports bra is a big reason more women than ever call themselves runners. Here’s your guide to getting the most out of this game-changer

Q I find speed sessions incredibly boring. Do you have any suggestions for making it more interesting? A Here are some fun sessions you can try; don’t forget to do five minutes of brisk walking or jog

From specialised shoes to smart workout wear, plus gadgets that factor in the menstrual cycle, women are finally getting the exercise kit they need – designed by and for them!

The accessibility and affordability of wearables and devices such as power meters mean that amateur athletes can generate performance data to compare directly against the pros. Putting metrics such as

Training hard? Under-fuelling? There’s more at stake than a couple of off days – including your health. Here’s what you should know about the condition known as Red-S