The difference between jogging shoes and running shoes, you need to know!

In our daily lives, we keep fit through running and other sports, and a pair of suitable shoes plays an extremely important role. However, many people do not understand the difference between jogging shoes and running shoes, so they do not choose the right shoes for exercise. In fact, there are many differences between the two in terms of use, version, appearance and classification, and people need to have a certain understanding of this before choosing.

1. The difference between jogging shoes and running shoes

One of the differences between jogging shoes and running shoes : different uses

Conceptually, it can be seen that the two are suitable for different types of sports. Jogging shoes are specially prepared for hikers in outdoor sports and are used for long-term hiking; while running shoes are shoes designed specifically for runners.

The second difference between jogging shoes and running shoes : different styles

In terms of the style, jogging shoes are looser than running shoes. This is because if people walk for a long time, their feet are more likely to swell, so the interior of jogging shoes is designed to be looser and more comfortable. The style of running shoes is more "slim", more fitting, and has very good wrapping, which fits the feet well and makes people more comfortable to wear.

The third difference between jogging shoes and running shoes : each has its own advantages in appearance

From the appearance, the styles of jogging shoes tend to be generous and decent, with a strong sense of outdoor fashion. The colors are generally camouflage green, dark brown, and black, which belong to the dark color system. The styles of running shoes generally tend to be more in line with current fashion trends, and the colors are also newer, richer, and brighter. It can become a landscape on our feet.

The difference between jogging shoes and running shoes 4 : Different classifications

Running shoes are divided into three different types based on biomechanics: shock-absorbing running shoes, stable running shoes, and motion-control running shoes. Shock-absorbing running shoes have softer interlayer soles to help the foot absorb shock, and the shoe body is usually lighter. The soles of stability running shoes usually have posts that evenly distribute the force or a sandwich structure on the inside. The overall body of motion control running shoes is relatively hard, and they are heavier than other running shoes.

Jogging shoes do not differentiate based on different foot shapes, but are classified according to the environment, resulting in jogging shoes with different functions such as anti-slip, warmth, lightness, and shock absorption. In general, jogging shoes are heavier than running shoes, which also shows that jogging shoes are not suitable for running.

2. Methodology for choosing running shoes

Let me emphasize the principle first : don’t blindly follow the promotional logic of running shoe manufacturers. You have to start from your own running perspective, for example:

1. If you usually just jog and the road conditions are relatively safe, such as ordinary roads or field running, then it is recommended to choose light training shoes, or even minimalist five-toe shoes. Because the distance is short and the intensity is low, more emphasis can be placed on the correct running posture and the development of exercise habits. At this time, the requirements for running shoes are not high.

2. If you like long-distance running, for example more than 10 kilometers each time, or participate in marathons or cross-country running, then it is recommended that you choose running shoes that focus on cushioning and wrapping, that is, pay attention to the protection of your feet.

3. Whether to choose road running shoes or cross-country shoes, you should make targeted choices based on your daily training habits. This general direction cannot be wrong. At the same time, pay attention to one detail when purchasing: the basic size of road shoes can be bought to fit your feet, while cross-country running shoes are generally bought one to one and a half sizes larger. The main difference is that cross-country running involves climbing and descending, especially when descending. If there is no space in front of the toes, the force squeezing the toes will be too great when going downhill at high speed, which can easily cause deformation and damage of the nails.