Exercise Mat Options and Ideas
Exercise Mat Guide
Exercise Flooring Blogs, Videos and Testimonials
Exercise Mat Buyers Guide
When creating a workout space at a house, school, hotel, or athletic facility, most people focus on the exercise equipment available. However, don’t forget the flooring. Exercise mats have to be durable, non-slip, and able to support the weight of machines. Many people want their workout mats to be stylish, too, making it more enjoyable (or even inspirational) to spend time working out.
At Greatmats, we offer rubber, foam, PVC plastic, and more materials designed to make your gym workout space an oasis. Workouts are hard enough – your floor shouldn’t make them harder! Enjoy your workouts more when you rely on Greatmats to supply exercise mats for the flooring.
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Exercise Flooring Blogs, Videos and Testimonials
Ideas Before You Buy Exercise Mats
Tips & considerations for purchasing Exercise Mats:
The following blogs offer tips on what aspects to look for in workout mats before making a purchase.
Wherever you plan to use this flooring, these are all important things to learn before making your final decision.
- Think about the different kinds of workouts you want to perform in the space and select exercise mats that deliver the support and cushioning you need. Learn More: How Do I Choose the Right Exercise Mat for My Needs?
- Thicker exercise mats are better for workouts where maximum cushioning is necessary. Thinner mats deliver firmness and traction for maximum responsiveness to quick, controlled movements. Learn More: What Thickness Do I Want for an Exercise Mat?
Top 10 Questions About Exercise Mats
Below are the most popular questions we've received about exercise mats. Click the question to get a detailed answer and explanation on these topics.- What Are the Best Interlocking Exercise Mats Made of? The best interlocking exercise mats typically consist of EVA foam, PVC plastic, or rubber. They’ll fit together tightly for a secure layout without needing glue.
- What Are the Top 5 Workout Mats on a Budget? The top exercise mats on a budget will consist of easy-to-install materials that still deliver comfort and traction. PVC plastic, EVA foam, and rubber tiles are the most budget-friendly choices.
- What Is the Best Exercise Bike Mat? The best exercise mat for home to use under stationary bikes can consist of vinyl raised floor tiles; rubber mats, tiles, and rolls; or polyvinyl flooring mats.
- What Are the Best Exercise Equipment Mats for Carpet? The best exercise mats for going over carpet should be firm enough to resist buckling and other issues that are possible if the tiles sink into the carpet fibers under the weight of a workout. PVC plastic and vinyl raised floor tiles are smart choices for this use case.
- What Is the Best Workout Flooring for Home and Commercial Exercise Rooms? Because Greatmats focuses on offering high-quality workout mats, you can trust that our products are equally usable in commercial and residential gym settings. Highly cushioned foam mats, durable rubber tiles, and everything in between are available to match the workouts you’re doing.
- What Are the Best Mats for Floor Exercises? The best fitness mats for floor exercises need to support your body positioning while you do ground-based workouts, but they should also give you cushioning. Products featuring EVA foam are highly popular for these purposes.
- Is There a Difference Between a Yoga Mat and an Exercise Mat? The primary difference between yoga mats and exercise mats is yoga mats don’t necessarily need to withstand high-impact workouts, while exercise room mats need to offer versatility for multiple kinds of workouts.
- How Do I Keep My Foam Fitness Mat From Sliding? To keep foam fitness mats from sliding during workouts, try to create a large-sized layout with interlocking tiles and place them adjacent to at least one wall for additional support.
- What Are the Best Mats for Online Workouts and Exercise Classes? The best mats for online workouts and exercise classes at home should be easy to assemble and disassemble, allowing you to quickly set up for a class and then return the room to normal just as quickly.
- What Are the Best Exercise and Workout Mats for a Garage? The best exercise mats for a garage need to provide thermal protection when going over concrete floors that can be cold, while also delivering cushioning. For weight training, you might need thick rubber workout tiles to protect the garage’s concrete from damage.
Best Workout Mat Products
Folding Gym Mats, 2 Inch x 4x8 Ft.
Our Folding 2-Inch Gym Mats offer commercial construction quality, making them ideal for cheer or gymnastics studios or home-based workout spaces. The thick foam has a durable vinyl cover protecting it.
Fitness Dollamur Flexi-Roll Mat, 5/8 Inch x 36x72 Inches
Trust our Fitness Dollamur Flexi-Roll Mat to provide a smooth surface for resisting slips and stumbles. It also has a comfortable design made to protect your lower body joints.
G-Floor Exercise Equipment Mat, 1.9 mm x 32x72 Inch
Exercise equipment can damage the subfloor if it slides around during use. Our G-Floor Exercise Equipment Mat holds the equipment in place while you’re using it and protects the subfloor from scuff marks.
PaviGym ComfortGym Mats, 15 mm x 1.97x4.59 Ft.
Our PaviGym ComfortGym Mats provide a portable option for creating a workout space anywhere. They’re non-allergenic, cushioned, and durable, allowing you to use them safely in almost any environment.
Home Sport and Play Mat, 3/4 Inch x 2x2 Ft.
No exercise mats are as versatile as our Home Sport and Play Mats. They can stand up to multiple types of workouts while providing excellent cushioning. They have a slightly textured surface to provide traction, and they’re double-sided with different colors available.
Fitness Mats Customer Installations
Discover Happy Aerial Arts and Pilates
When Discover Happy Aerial Arts and Pilates decided to add an aerial arts program to a pilates studio, the studio needed new mats to protect athletes from falls. Greatmats’ cushioned crash mats delivered the ideal level of protection from falls off the aerial equipment.
Aerial Arts Mats: Non-Folding Cushion Crash Mat
Vladimir and Archer
When Greatmats’ father-and-son customers Vladimir and Archer wanted to create a versatile workout and play space at home, they found that Greatmats’ foam mats delivered cushioning, texture, and durability that outperformed other mats they tested.
Home Workout Mats: Home Sport and Play Mats
Grind House Fitness
When Grind House Fitness needed a high-quality style of mat for its facility that could maintain its level of traction, even when athletes are sweating heavily, Greatmats delivered the perfect flooring.
Martial Arts Mats: Home BJJ Mats
Kismet Yoga + Fitness
When introducing a hot yoga option in the Kismet Yoga + Fitness studio, the owners wanted flooring that could withstand this tougher-than-normal environment while still delivering excellent cushioning and body support. Martial arts mats from Greatmats were the ideal choice, while also being cost-effective.
Hot Yoga Studio Flooring: Premium Martial Arts Karate Mats
Exercise Mats Installation & Maintenance Videos
How to Install Dollamur Flexi-Roll Mats
How to Cut and Trim Dollamur Flexi Roll Vinyl Mats From Greatmats
How to Install and Cut 1x1 Meter Martial Arts Mat Borders