Running shoes vs. Basketball shoes on the track?

i%26#039;ve been running my miles on the track with basketball shoes. everyone tells me to get running shoes and that its better. i dont get why? basketball shoes have support and stuff too.


Whats the difference? or whats positive and negative? what are the advantages and disadvantages? does it matter..

Running shoes vs. Basketball shoes on the track?
running shoes are lighter and more flexible... but in my opinion basketball shoes are more confortable for like street shoes... u should go w/ the running shoes
Reply:The main difference is that running shoes are much lighter. Basketball shoes fit higher on the foot with more stability in the ankles. Basketball shoes also have thicker soles and less flexibility. So for stopping, starting, jumping, and turning basketball shoes offer stability, safety, and comfort.





But running shoes have the support where you need them for running. They also bend a bit more in the sole. And they are much lighter. So yes, it makes a huge difference.





Buy some new running shoes, make sure you are fitted properly, and you will run better. By the way, in my 20 years of distance running - Asics are my favorite shoe.
Reply:Well, when you say miles you don%26#039;t say how many. If you have been running regularly for a while and dont have EXCRUCIATING pain in your feet, ankles, knees..then the shoes you are wearing are likely OK, although they are likely quite heavy for running. If you run regularly, you need GOOD shoes. Not necessarily the most expensive, but good, solid quality shoes. I agree with the answerer above me as well. It may take some time, but you may start to develop lower leg pains. Non running shoes are not designed to give proper support for running. If you are going to run seriously, get running shoes. Don%26#039;t wait until you are in agony one day to say AAAAAAHHHHHH, now I know why people say to wear proper running shoes!!! Take our hard learned lessons to heart. Like the answerer above, I also love %26quot;Asics%26quot; shoes.
Reply:Running shoes have support in specific areas that you need for running, whereas basketball shoes are designed mainly for lateral support, cutting back and forth, sudden stops and starts, etc. Even more importantly, though, is cushioning. Running puts a ton of stress on your feet, knees, etc., and running shoes have more cushioning to lessen that impact. You may not notice it right now, but eventually those basketball shoes will begin to do damage to your lower body, even if its only in the form of increased fatigue. Trust me: you need to get some running shoes.
Reply:I think a basketball shoe is heavier than a shoe that is made for track. and the track shoe might be a little more flexible.and lighter for running.



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