Walking shoes vs. running shoes?

i bought a pair of ***-ugly, but comfortable shoes for running, but have discovered that they are race-walking shoes...i should have known because the sole is "hinged" in 3 places near the toe.


should i return them? does it really matter? aren't shoes basically the same?


i'm new to running, actually haven't started yet.

Walking shoes vs. running shoes?
I'm guessing you bought a pair of New Balance 111's with their bright orange and electric blue color scheme. Comfortable but they have been known to keep people awake at night.





There are two main differences between a racewalking shoe and a running shoe are the flexibility of the sole and the height of the heel. Runners use shoes like these when they are racing. They are called racing flats and racewalkers who don't use racewalk specific shoes use them routinely.





What you will sacrifice running in these shoes is the padding in the heel and perhaps some ankle support. That might be important if you are overweight or going long distances. Since you are new to running, I don't think you'll be missing anything by running in them.
Reply:yes it does matter well for me,anyways shoes are not the same i think shoes tell who you are and what u like and if you got a good taste!!


and if they are so ugly return them!!!!
Reply:The difference I heard is that running shoes have more cusion on the heel, since runners strike the ground with such force (up to 3 times their body weight, I think)
Reply:I would return them





As a general rule, you can walk in running shoes but you cannot run in walking shoes.





Also, if you want good running shoes your best off buying from a company that makes primarily running shoes rather than one of the big players in athletic shoe market; these companies generally go for form over function.
Reply:Last year i ran track with walking shoes and they did not help! I changed over to running shoes, that have more groves in the bottom, and i was way better since i could grip the track easier. I would say, if you are competing, buy new ones.



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