EDTL 6310 Web Evaluation Sarah Piskos

1. Web Evaluation: Physical Benefits of Running/Jogging By : Sarah Piskos

2. Site 1: Motley Healthhttp://www.motleyhealth.com/fitness/health-benefits-of-jogging-and-running Main Ideas: Regular Running and Jogging are good for your overall health Risks are minimal with good running shoes Running makes the heart stronger Running speeds up the digestive system and relieves digestive problems Running makes you burn fat and lose weight Running increases your metabolism & helps to reduce stubborn belly fat Jogging can help to improve your appetite Running helps to build stronger bones and muscles Running improves sleep and can help one cope with depression

3. Site 2: Women’s Healthhttp://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/health-benefits-of-running 6 reasons to start running: It’s easy and requires no equipment It burns tons of calories Running is good for your knees and joints Running helps to depress stress It can prevent life threatening diseases Running increases life expectancy

4. Comparisons: Authority Site 1: Motley Health Published by Jon Wade. Wade is the founder, editor and principal author of MotleyHealth.com. He is currently studying Health Sciences with the Open University which focuses on weight issues and human nutrition. He also holds a Geography BSc with honors, graduated in 1997 from Coventry Uni. Published on March 5, 2011 Last updated September 26, 2011 Site 2: Women’s Health Written by Amy Van Deusen (no information given about author) No date given when created or published Last updated August 12, 2011

5. Comparisons: Accuracy Site 1: Motley Health Working, live links to other related sites: How To Train for a Marathon – Quick Tips for Running Half and Full Marathons Interval Training Workouts For 20 Minutes A Day Anti Ageing Benefits of Running Walk Your Weight Off With Our Walking Plan Verifiable Facts: The facts on these 2 websites are very similar, and are verifiable with evidence supported by medical research. There are links provided that give additional and related information about running. Also, the author is the creator of a large, well known health website and he has a documented education in health and fitness awareness. Site 2: Women’s Health Working, live links to other related sites: 23 Ways to Eat Better 125Best Foods For Women 9 Things Your Guy Will Never Reveal 4 Diet Plan Rules It's OK to Ignore Verifiable Facts: As stated above, the facts on these two websites are very similar, and are verifiable with evidence supported by medical research. But, I was surprised to see that no additional links are given on this website that specifically relate to running.

6. Comparisons: Currency Site 1: Motley Health No creation date given Placed on the Web on March 5, 2011 Last updated September 26, 2011 All links are working Site 2: Women’s Health No creation date was given No date was given when placed on the Web Last updated August 12, 2011 All links are working

7. Comparisons: Objectivity Site 1: Motley Health The site addresses a common concern about running, and provides a solution: “Many people are concerned about long term damage to joints such as knees, ankles and hips, as a result of running. However, with good quality running shoes and a sensible approach, the risks are minimal, and the benefits of being fitter outweigh those possible risks.” The site also gives stretching tips to help avoid injury. It is recommended that one sees a doctor before starting to run to make sure they are fit for intense cardio. Site 2: Women’s Health This site is biased towards the positive effects of running. Quotes are given by random runners such as, “nothing beats that feeling when you settle into a strong stride with a powerful rhythm.” No quotes are provided from non-runners. No facts about the potential negatives of running are given (example: hard on joints).

8. My opinion After researching these two articles from Motley Health and Women’s Health, I feel as though I more strongly trust Motley Health for accurate facts and current information. Following are some reasons for this stance: Motley Health includes information about the author, which makes the article have more authority. Also, additional and related links are given, which leads me to believe the information was researched and is more accurate. The date that the Motley Health article was last updated is more recent than the Women’s Health article. This gives it more currency and makes me feel as though the information is less outdated. Finally, I like how alternative perspectives on running are given in the Motley Health article. It makes me feel as though the author is so confident in his stance about running that he does not feel intimidated by opposing research. This is comforting!

9. Credits: Wade, J. (2011, March 5). Health benefits of jogging and running. Retrieved from http://www.motleyhealth.com/fitness/health-benefits-of-jogging-and-running Deusen, A. (2011, August 12). 6 reasons to start running. Retrieved from http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/health-benefits-of-running