
Creating a commercial or home gym that will be used regularly takes a lot of planning. To battle fitness monotony, you'll need several types of machines: treadmills; rowing machines; steppers; etc. And each of these will require a mat underneath to protect the floor and absorb some of the impact from the exercise equipment. Conditioning without the use of machines also requires a protective, impact-absorbing exercise mat.
Whether for yoga, pilates, martial arts, or for a kid's playroom, lining your floors with exercise mats is a common-sense way to prevent injury to yourself and property. Here we have all the information you need to make sound decisions about which exercise mat to purchase - instead of just buying one of the few choices available at your local sporting goods store.
Exercise Mats
A broad range of topics is covered here, from simple roll-up mats to thick, protective mats for wrestling or use under workout equipment. With a focus on shock absorption and an eye on your budget, this collection of articles gives you the scoop on exercise mats without bogging you down with irrelevant and obscure technical information.
Kids Mats
Raising awareness of fitness can never begin too young. Unfortunately, rambunctious children often get a little carried away when it comes to exercise. Prevent sprains, scrapes or worse with a play mat or tumble mat. These can be used individually or placed throughout a room for a safe place to get fit and have fun.
Interlocking Mats
The choice for professional gyms can be custom-fit for your home. Read about a great range of products that convert your floor into a perfect surface for all kinds of exercise. Most interlocking mats have easy-to-use tabs that lock firmly in place and surfaces that grip the floor beneath. Read why most professionals prefer the safety and comfort of interlocking exercise mats.
Foam Mats
The Functions of Foam.
Trampoline Mats
Hop to it. Get more fun from a quality trampoline mat.
Wrestling Mats
Get a Grip on Wrestling Mats.
Gym Mats
The right mat for the right level.
Exercise Equipment Mats
Exercise your right to a good home gym.
More important than what your exercise mat is made of is what you are going to do with it. Standing activities such as aerobics, boxing, step, and martial arts will require mats of different materials than pilates or yoga. Mats for use underneath workout equipment will be different as well...[more]