I think that there are several things a woman can do to protect herself. For starters, there is no such thing as "too fit" so a self defense class will be a double bonus as you will get in a workout while learning super stealth ninja moves that will help keep you safe. And who doesn't love a ninja? Really? Second, we all know that cell phones can cause some super nasty brain tumors and most people can't walk and chew gum at the same time so texting should be out as well. Be aware of your surroundings! Look at the people you pass. Notice their faces so that if something does happen you are more likely to give the coppers and accurate description of the bad guys. Its all about knowing what is going on and knowing that you do have the power to defend yourself if you need to. Having confidence in your capabilities is key to defending yourself. keeping calm is another key element. If you start to panic, you are much more likely to make a really big mess of things. Keep a calm cool collected demeanor. Not only will this thow your attacker for a loop, it will allow your totally awesome self defence plan to take effect! So....get fit, get a plan, pay attention and kick some bad guy bootie!