Not yet registered? Create a OverBlog!

Create my blog

A guide to buying a workout mat

Using the right equipment is an essential part of any workout and workout mats are no exception. With many different types of gym mats for sale, knowing exactly what to look for is important; so let’s take a look at how to go about buying a mat that will suit your needs.

Various types of workout mats

Workout mats have many benefits including protection of knees, elbows and tail bone; improving balance and protection of floor surfaces. The type of mat that you buy will depend on the type of mat exercises you will be doing. Workout mats are used for most general exercises and the rise in pilates and yoga has seen the need for quality workout mats increase. Here are some of the features of the different types of mats currently available. General exercise fitness mats Thickness: 1cm - 1.5cm.
Length: 140cm – 190cm.
Width: Approx 58cm. If you require a mat for general exercises like sit-ups, press-ups and stretches then a general PVC foam mat will suffice. These mats are widely available for between £5 and £15. Pilates exercise mats Thickness: 1.5cm - 1.9cm.
Length: 140cm – 216cm.
Width: approx 58 to 100cm. Due to the nature of pilates moves, pilates mats are required to be a bit thicker than most other workout mats, grip on the underside of the mat is also required. A good pilates mat will be odour and moisture resistant, made from Thermal Plastic Elastomer (TPE) and come in folding and roll up styles. These mats are widely available for between £10 and £30. Yoga mats Thickness: 0.3cm - 0.6cm.
Length: 120cm – 190cm.
Width: approx 55 to 80cm. Yoga mats aren’t required to be as thick or big as pilates mats. One of the benefits of this is that they are usually much easier to roll up, store and carry. A good yoga mat will have good gripping on both sides to help balance, be moisture and odour resistant and made from TPE. Yoga mats for sale are usually priced between £15 and £30. Heavy duty exercise fitness mats Thickness: 1.5cm - 5cm.
Length: 122cm – 240cm.
Width: approx 60 to 122cm. As these mats are difficult to move and store, they are more commonly used in the medical profession by physiotherapists and by athletes in gyms. These mats can cost up to £135.

Assess your needs before buying

There are various cheap exercise mats available but the most important thing to do before buying is to assess what exactly you will be using the mat for. Most of the above mentioned mats are available from all local fitness stores, sports stores, general stores and also fitness websites like Gymworld and Fitness-superstore.co.uk.

Same category articles Sports equipment

Where to buy trendy golf apparel

Where to buy trendy golf apparel

For any amateur or professional golfer, the equipment that you use is vital to your game. whether you want ping clothing, puma shirts or nike golf shorts, you need to know where to get your golfing apparel from. however, if you don’t know where to go, this can be expensive. in his article, learn where you can get trendy and funky golf apparel from.
Where to buy Snake Eyes golf clubs

Where to buy snake eyes golf clubs

If you like to play golf, you will want the best golf clubs to play with. a great set of clubs to get would be snake eyes golf clubs. the snake eyes golf company sells everything from snake eyes irons and drivers to forged golf clubs such as black wedges. so, where can you find snake eyes golf clubs?
How to use yoga blocks

How to use yoga blocks

Yoga has become a popular method of exercise due to its slower pace and range of positions designed to promote flexibility and strength without the need for expensive specialist equipment. although, some participants still struggle with poses, which is why yoga blocks were introduced. this article will discuss the various ways in which these blocks can be used and what they are designed for.
Review: Turbo trainer

Review: turbo trainer

A turbo trainer is a great way of keeping weight off when the dark nights of winter make the roads an inhospitable place for your bike. by hooking up your bike to a trainer, you can continue to work in the comfort of your own home, even to the extent of being able to watch the television while you train.