Question: Can You Wear Running Shoes for Fitness Walking?

Are running shoes good for fitness walking? Shouldn’t you wear walking shoes rather than running shoes for walking?

Answer: Not all running shoes are good for walking, but most shoes you see designated as walking shoes at the average shoe store are worse. Many walking shoe designs are designed for comfort or workplace use rather than fitness walking.

They may be inflexible and heavy. Walkers need flex in the forefoot and do not need as much heavy cushioning as is found in comfort shoes or cushioned running shoes.Running shoes are usually a better bet. Even when comparing fitness walking shoes with running shoes, the running shoe models incorporate more of the latest developments for cushioning, motion control, and support.