Hurry PLEASE answer this its about running.?

Question

okay i am running a 5k at like 8:30 i need to know if it is bad to wear basketball shorts. should i wear shorter shorts and i am a girl too.

Answer 1

you dont want to wear short shorts like soffee cheerleading shorts or anything because they can be really uncomforatble (and you might look silly). the best is to wear the light running shorts with the splits in the side. they can be really expensive (like $50) or really cheap. my team shorts were $3 maybe. heres an example: http://www.flickr.com/photos/7456517@N05...

Answer 2

shorter shorts.. they let your legs move more, and weigh less

Answer 3

basketball shorts are longer and heavier. this will slow you down some. if you want to be competitive, you should wear shorter running shorts that are thin and light.

Answer 4

8.30 in 5km is not possible the world record is 12.37.35 by Kenenisa Bekele.

Wear lighter running shorts

Answer 5

They are fine as long as they are comfortable, light and breathable to wear.  Its best not to change to a new type of clothing before your race.  Wear what you are used to and trained in.

Answer 6

defeintely for the race like a 5 k or longer the best thing is to wear shorter shorts that will be light.