Fitness, yoga or simply stretching during a break in the home office; in all these situations, the exercise mat plays a key role. It’s worth it if it’s of good quality and serves us well for a long time. How to choose it? We suggest.
On the surface, it seems that such a simple object cannot be particularly different from the products offered in the same segment. In fact, there are differences in both the construction and purpose of the mats
When choosing a mat for practicing yoga, you can afford to be quite free. Most often, such items are lightweight and relatively thin. The thickness is usually only 2.5 to 3.5 mm. What conditions should a yoga mat meet? First of all, it must have anti-slip properties. The small thickness of such mats makes them a bad choice for gymnastics, strength training and anywhere where there is a good chance of getting bumped.
Mats whose characteristics are related to eastern martial arts. They are most often made of plastics. They absolutely must be very durable
This item is designed to stabilize various gymnastic equipment (e.g. steppers or atlases). In addition, it protects the floor from scratches and damage. In addition, the noises generated by the equipment are dampened, which increases the comfort of use
Acrobatic, corrective or rehabilitation exercises should be performed with the use of such mats. What makes them different? Size and thickness are the two decisive parameters. They are supposed to protect the exercising person from impacts and significantly minimize the risk of serious injury. However, they are not conducive to maintaining balance. For this reason, it is preferred to use them for exercises in a lying or sitting position
Quite versatile mats that provide basic protection against injuries and abrasions and promote balance. They are suitable for practicing most fitness, aerobics, pilates and other workouts. Such a mat also improves the comfort of exercise by insulating from the cold floor.
The raw material from which the mat is made affects the comfort of the exercises. In addition, it makes the life of the item shorter or longer
The most popular length of the mat is from 180 to 200 cm. It is assumed that the determinant is the height of the exercising person. The taller he is, the longer the exercise mat should be. It is good when it is flexible and can be easily rolled up, which will help us during transportation. It is best if it has a practical transport handle.
Fortunately, the look of the mat is a secondary and individual matter. Everyone can choose the color that suits them best
The vast majority of mats (up to 95%) are offered as products made of synthetic materials. Considering the fact that we usually buy poor quality, cheap mats, we should consider choosing a model that will serve us for a long time
How much does an exercise mat actually cost? Of course, the price range is large. It ranges from 30 to 900 PLN.
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