Running is a popular recreational activity for many people. Some people do it to lose weight, others do it for health reasons, and others do it because of the runner’s high they get. In the past few years, some people have suggested that running too much may not be good for you while others suggest that is just not true.
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Read the following articles from the New York Times and NPR.
New York Times Article Link
NPR News Article Link
If you cannot open the New York Times Article online. Try the link below.
NYTimes article Screen Shots.pdf
After reading those articles, answer the following questions:
1. Compare and contrast the article from the New York Times and NPR. What did they have in common and what differences did you find in their suggestions for running? Include at least 3 different examples in your response. Do not copy and paste from the articles but put it in your own words. (About 100 words)
2. After reading these articles, what are your thoughts on the benefits and/or dangers of running? Explain which parts of the articles specifically influenced your thoughts on running. This should be at least 3-4 sentences.
When you get done posting your answers to these questions, comment on at least 2 other people’s responses to get full credit for the discussion board.
Also, a reminder to keep the discussion professional and respectful as you respond to your classmates. Check your grammar and do not use phrases you would use when texting someone.
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Many people like running as a recreational pastime. Some people do it to lose weight, others for health reasons, and still others for the runner’s high. Some people have indicated that running too much is bad for you in recent years, while others have stated that this is just not true.
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3rd of March 2015 3rd of March, 2015 Last Updated: November 30, 2016
Tags: mist, morning, race, running
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Read the pieces below from the New York Times and NPR.
Link to an article in the New York Times Link to an article in NPR News
If you are unable to access the New York Times article online. Try the link provided below.
Screenshots from the NYTimes article.pdf
After reading the articles, please respond to the following questions.
