{"id":16955,"date":"2022-04-13T23:16:46","date_gmt":"2022-04-14T06:16:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/helpshoe.com\/?p=16955"},"modified":"2022-04-16T18:47:09","modified_gmt":"2022-04-17T01:47:09","slug":"running-vs-walking-shoes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/helpshoe.com\/running-vs-walking-shoes\/","title":{"rendered":"Running Shoes Vs. Walking Shoes"},"content":{"rendered":"
Have you ever wondered why we have different shoes for different purposes? Because each shoe has its unique characteristics and is specially designed for a particular activity. So today, we are comparing running shoes with walking shoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Running shoes are lightweight, more breathable, and provide extra cushioning. They are specially designed to help you run fast without tiring your feet. On the other hand, walking shoes are likely heavier with more cushioning and stability. They are both designed in such a way to aid your natural movement.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Running and walking are two different activities with different foot movements, so they require two different types of footwear. You cannot wear running shoes for walking or walking shoes for running since it may affect your performance and foot health. Let’s look at these differences in more detail!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Walking and running are two different activities, and so their movement and foot strikes on the ground differ similarly. Therefore, the type of shoe and heel height is also different. Choosing the right heel height is also crucial if you have any foot issues, but you need to consult your podiatrist first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Both activities require different foot strikes. For example, when you run at one point, both your feet are off the ground, but you always have one foot down while walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Walking and running shoes both require some flexibility, but the extent to which they must be flexible is different. Similarly, both types of shoes have flexibility in different areas, depending on the needs and requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Both walking and running shoes require arch support, stability, and control, but it varies from shoe to shoe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thanks for visiting helpshoe.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n References <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n verywellfit.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nCushioning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nCushioning In Running Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nCushioning In Walking Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nHeel Height<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nHeel Height of Running Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nHeel Height of Walking Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nHeel Shape<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nHeel Shape of Running Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nHeel Shape of Walking Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFlexibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFlexibility Of Running Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nFlexibility Of Walking Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nShoe Weight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nRunning Shoe Weight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nWalking Shoe Weight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nArch Support and Stability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nArch Support and Stability of Running Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nArch Support and Stability of Walking Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nBreathability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nBreathability In Running Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nBreathability In Walking Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nDifference Between Running Shoes and Walking Shoes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Running Shoes<\/strong><\/th> Walking Shoes<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Running shoes can have extra cushioning.<\/td> Walking shoes may not have extra cushioning.<\/td><\/tr> Running shoes has cushioning at the midfoot and forefoot.<\/td> Walking shoes have cushioning at the heel.<\/td><\/tr> Running shoes come with different heel-to-toe drops.<\/td> Walking shoes heel-to-toe drop is not as important.<\/td><\/tr> Running shoes can have built-up or flared heels.<\/td> Walking shoes have an undercut heel or straight heel.<\/td><\/tr> Running shoes may be less flexible.<\/td> Walking shoes may be more flexible.<\/td><\/tr> Running shoes can be flexible at the arch or midfoot.<\/td> Walking shoes can be flexible at the arch or forefoot.<\/td><\/tr> Running shoes are mostly lightweight.<\/td> Walking shoes can be heavier.<\/td><\/tr> Running shoes typically weigh between 6.5 and 13 ounces.<\/td> Walking shoes can weigh between 12 to 42 ounces.<\/td><\/tr> Running shoes emphasize arch support and motion control.<\/td> Walking shoes emphasize durability, stability, and support.<\/td><\/tr> Running shoes are more breathable.<\/td> Walking shoes may be less breathable.<\/td><\/tr> Running shoes can be made with breathable polyester or mesh upper.<\/td> Walking shoes can be made with fabric or leather\/suede upper.<\/td><\/tr> Running shoes often have soft and flexible soles.<\/td> Walking shoes have often flexible soles but softness varies.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table> Characteristics<\/strong><\/th> Running Shoes<\/strong><\/th> Walking Shoes<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Cushioning<\/strong><\/td> Extra cushioning<\/td> No extra cushioning<\/td><\/tr> Heel-to-toe drop<\/strong><\/td> Over 7mm<\/td> Less than 8mm<\/td><\/tr> Heel<\/strong> Shape<\/strong><\/td> Thick heel wedges\/flared heels<\/td> Beveled heels<\/td><\/tr> Flexibility<\/strong><\/td> May be Less flexible<\/td> More flexible<\/td><\/tr> Sole<\/strong><\/td> Sometimes Stiffer sole<\/td> Flexible sole<\/td><\/tr> Weight<\/strong><\/td> Lightweight<\/td> Heavier<\/td><\/tr> Breathability<\/strong><\/td> More breathable<\/td> Less breathable<\/td><\/tr> Mesh<\/strong><\/td> Extra mesh<\/td> No extra mesh<\/td><\/tr> Stability<\/strong><\/td> More stability<\/td> Less stability<\/td><\/tr> Cost<\/strong><\/td> Expensive<\/td> Inexpensive<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
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