Whether you're training for your first 5K, returning to running after a long break, or simply looking for a new way to improve your health, running offers benefits for both body and mind. In this episode of Health Matters, Dr. Morgan Busko, a sports medicine physician at NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia and an accomplished triathlete, shares expert guidance on how to build a safe, sustainable running routine.Dr. Busko explains why strength training, dynamic warmups, proper recovery, nutrition, and sleep are essential for preventing injuries and improving performance. She also offers practical advice for beginners, including how to ease back into running, train for a race, and distinguish normal discomfort from pain that should be evaluated by a doctor.Whether you're a seasoned runner or just lacing up your sneakers for the first time, this conversation provides actionable tips to help you run stronger, healthier, and with more confidence.