Thinking about getting off the couch and into a pair of running shoes? In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, Frankie Ruiz — co-founder of the Miami Marathon — sits down with Dr. Thomas San Giovanni, orthopedic surgeon and medical director of the Miami Marathon, to discuss how to start running the smart way.

They cover everything from essential equipment, warm-ups, common injuries, hydration tips, and how AI is starting to play a role in training programs. Whether you're training for your first 5K or just want to move more, this episode has everything you need to hit the ground running — literally — while staying injury-free.

New to running? THIS is your roadmap.

👟 Why walking is underrated
🥵 How to hydrate like a pro
🦵 Common injuries & when to see a doc
📱 How AI is changing training plans
✅ Why the right shoes can save your knees

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Host:
Frankie Ruiz
Lifetime Miami Marathon CoFounder

Guest:
Thomas San Giovanni, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgeon
Baptist Health Orthopedic Care