Dust off those running shoes and let’s hit the road. Actually, shoes are important, so maybe get a well-fitted fresh pair. But regardless, if you’re hoping to incorporate running into your life or signing up for your first race, we’ve got you covered.

Runner in Chief at Runner’s World, Jeff Dengate, is here to help you get on track. He’ll cover pacing yourself, gear, and how to incorporate running into your life. But we don’t want you to hurt yourself, so Mike Vaiano, a physical therapist at the Schwarz Institute, gives us the rundown on how to prevent an injury.