2006-07-06 09:44:32 · 10 answers · asked by nocharge1 1 in Sports ➔ Other - Sports
A cross training shoe will be heavier and have more lateral support for side to side movement.
A running show will be lighter and be designed to move forward in.
2006-07-06 09:48:26 · answer #1 · answered by turtle girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are built on different lasts. Shoes are built on what is called a "last". A running shoe is built strictly for forward movement, also mainly made of mesh materials to vent the shoe. A cross trainer is built on a last which allows sideways support, which running shoes would not have. If you try to work out in a running shoe versus a speciafic cross trainer you will find less support when you are doing lateral movement. Also most cross trainers are built up higher on the sides for support and do not have as much mesh material as running shoes
2006-07-06 09:50:21 · answer #2 · answered by luvshorses 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A running shoe is lighter and should be used solely for running, no walking. Cross Trainers can be used as an every day shoe. Both are considered "athletic shoes".
2006-07-06 10:33:00 · answer #3 · answered by sarahboberra91 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Running shoes are best for running. You should get them if you are serious about running. Cross trainers are good for you if you do a variety of sports. You could run in them, but running shoes are better: they are probably lighter and have better cushioning and support for high impact from running.
2006-07-06 09:48:27 · answer #4 · answered by Stella Blue 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Running Shoe- You race in them
Cross Trainer- You train in to become better
2006-07-06 12:14:06 · answer #5 · answered by ramsey_belone33 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A cross-trainer is built to withstand side-to-side activities and the wear from light running or sprinting (moving forward). Running shoes are only built for that activity, are oftentimes much lighter and cannot withstand much side-to-side activities (the uppers will wear out as fast or faster than the soles).
2016-03-27 06:53:35 · answer #6 · answered by Regenna 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a Running shoe is built for comfort and light . cross trainers are not for a distance runner but are good for biking walking and running on trails
2006-07-06 09:48:47 · answer #7 · answered by connie h 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the treads on the running shoe are smoother & with less traction. The treads on the cross t. shoe may have deeper treads with grip-like bumps to tread over wet, slippery surfaces. The next time you go to a shoe store, check out the difference.
2006-07-06 09:50:21 · answer #8 · answered by chicanomedic 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Uhhhh, you can't catch a running shoe!
2006-07-06 09:51:26 · answer #9 · answered by The Invisible Man 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Nothing. It is just marketing by the manufacturer to make it appear different and value-added.
2006-07-06 09:48:21 · answer #10 · answered by bamski 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋