What's the difference between regular shoes and running shoes? and what are some good running shoes for guys?

Question

I inheritated flat feet from my mom's side. :( Anyways i'm doing physical therapy to retrain my feet, and i also got two sprains on both ankles. So I need some good running shoes. I'm sure all of the running shoes are fine. i think all or most of the insoles can be removed for orthopedic insoles. so that shouldn't be a problem right? the therapist thinks it's better if i get running shoes. right now i'm wearing converses with insoles.

I want to know what's the difference between regular shoes like converse and running shoes? how is it different? are there benefits? and also what i'd really need to know is how to choose a guy one for a guy.

i'm 20. I want to wear some running shoes with jeans, but also want it to look casual like my converses. can anyone help me choose a good pair? a specific one with pictures would really do wonders for me. if not just some ideas of which one to choose. i've never worn any before so i don't know. also if you guys knw wt looks hot

Answer 1

Converse have hardly any support. Running shoes come in different styles. A flat foot strikes the ground on the outside of the heel and rolls inward excessive after landing. This is called pronating. If you have flat feet you need motion control shoes to keep you from pronating such as New Balance Assics Gel or Brooks those are 3 brands but there are more. I would suggest going to a running store and get fitted properly with the best type shoe for your foot. The majority of these shoes look good also. Good luck.

Answer 2

Definetly Nike. I used to run alot in middle.. now that im goin 2 high school, not sure, cuz of a bad knee. but anyway difference is that running shoes give you more shock support, so when your feet hit the ground the shoes will absorb most of the impact, which can hurt your feet very much. regular shoes they don't really have that much athletic protection on your feet. but if you want a pair of casual or running shoes, i definetly suggest Nike as #1, or you could get Asics or Adidas.

Answer 3

As someone else already mentioned, Converse do not really have any support.  They are basically canvanse with a flat bottom.  Running shoes are made of lightwear materials that actually help decelerate pronation during weight acceptance. There are a variety of running shoes, each with it's own particular properties.  A "high cusion" shoe offers alot more compliant materials to reduce shock, a "motion control" shoe is meant to be more rigid for those who are over pronators...you can have any combination of these two.  However, generally, the more cushioning a shoe has, it is generally less supportive of pronation (ie, usually meant for people to do not pronate enough) whereas a motion control shoe does not necessarily offer much cushioning, but is meant for people who over pronate.  Then, if you are wearing an orthotic, you might be more appropriate to use a "neutral" shell with whatever amount of cushioning you require.

There are many different types of shoes out there, and I am not loyal to one particular pair.  You do need to ask your PT what type of shoe is appropriate for you and seek out a knowlegable sales rep to help you find that shoe (go to a specialty running store).  However, I do like Nike for the fact that they label their shoes as to how much stability and cushioning they offer in each shoe...but I wouldn't recommend them for people who have a wide foot.

Answer 4

You need to go to a running specialty store and get properly fitted. I'm not aware of any mainstream model that won't let you remove insoles -- I believe it's generally even expected.

If you have very flat feet, you'll probably be looking at motion control shoes, but the people at the store will help you. Running shoes are generally meant to take a lot of impact, will have good cushioning (especially in the heel), and are designed to reinforce forward motion -- you don't want to play tennis or basketball in them, for example, since you'd be likely to twist your ankle sideways.

Function and feel should be your primary concerns. Don't worry about fashion, brand, etc. until you get those figured out, and you won't know until you're in the store and trying on things that are recommended what you're likely dealing with.

For the moment, you could probably go to roadrunnersports.com and use their "Shoe Dog" thing to help you get an idea what you'll be looking at. You know you have a flat arch, and that means you're probably an overpronator when the "Shoe Dog" asks you, but that may not be the case when someone sees you in the store.

Answer 5

the difference is the shock absorbers. running shoes have good shock absorbers so its better for your ankles and knees. if you dont wear running shoes you cold get really bad shin splints. the running shoes you need to go to a track or cross country store. people who are profesionals will evaluate how you run and put the best running shoe on your foot for the way you run

Answer 6

those shoes which r light in weight and too elastic{get bend easily} are the best running shoes provided u must b comfortable in them.

i prefer nike, u can try asics if u want.