Would mens running shoes be as effective for a woman?
September 29th, 2009 | by admin |I know that women and men have different centers of gravity, and with all the research put into running shoes these days, I was wondering if that is a factor taken into account in the design of high-end running shoes?
I am wondering because I wear a large size, often not available in women’s shoes, and therefore often have to buy men’s styles.
If the shoe fits then that’s all that matters. High-end running shoe makers might make you think that there is a difference but that’s just clever advertising; the center of gravity for men vs women is not taken into account since the difference for the shoe would be ridiculously microscopic or none.
4 Responses to “Would mens running shoes be as effective for a woman?”
By SJA on Sep 29, 2009 | Reply
The difference between most women’s and men shoes is the size of the toe box, if the fit you right and work it should be just the same
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By nickers on Sep 29, 2009 | Reply
as long as the fit is good for you then it doesn’t matter if it is a mans or womans — usually the only difference anyway is the colors
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By Artman on Sep 29, 2009 | Reply
If the shoe fits then that’s all that matters. High-end running shoe makers might make you think that there is a difference but that’s just clever advertising; the center of gravity for men vs women is not taken into account since the difference for the shoe would be ridiculously microscopic or none.
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By areawiderem on Sep 29, 2009 | Reply
All of that jargon doesnt really mean squat! Find a pair of mens shoes that feel like they fit you properly, and try them. New Balance, Asics, and Reeboks are all that come pretty standard in both men and women.
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