Large Gym Mats

Options for Large Gym Mats

When you need extra cushioning over a big exercise space, large gym mats from Greatmats are the right choice. When you have to move around a lot for your favorite type of workout or you’re holding a workout for more than one person, a large exercise mat is the right choice. Plyometric workouts can take advantage of larger mats by providing traction throughout the entire space where you’re moving.

At Greatmats, our team of experts knows how to match the workout you’re doing to the perfect size and material of the large gym mats we have available. If you’re ready to go big with your workouts, we have the floors to make it happen!

Large Workout Mat Types

We offer a few different styles of large workout mat options, as well as a few different materials.

Mat

Pre-cut mats are available in almost any size to match the space needed for your workout. Folding matting that’s 4-by-10 feet is common, allowing you to adjust the coverage size as the connected panels fold upon themselves. These are heavy-duty mats with a foam interior and a vinyl cover. They can give you a nice level of cushioning for workouts that are tough on lower-body joints.

Roll

A roll is a convenient type of flooring that’s made to cover a big space, such as for cheerleading or gymnastics runways. We also have wide rolls to use for wrestling mats that will cover a huge practice or competition space. Rolls of rubber provide a space for a plyometric workout, while rolls of artificial turf provide a safe space for sled or sprinting workouts.

Tile

When you want to use interlocking tiles to cover a large space quickly, we offer foam tiles that are 3-by-3 feet and 1-by-1 meter in size. These are commonly used in martial arts facilities, creating the ideal mixture of traction and cushioning.

Large Exercise Mat and Large Gym Mat Benefits

You receive several benefits when you select our large exercise mat options, including:

• Some materials give you cushioning
  
• Some materials provide traction
  
• Reduced pain in the lower body joints
  
• Reduced risk of injury
  
• Quick coverage of the space in the facility
  
• Permanent or temporary layouts
  
• Tiles use a simple interlocking edge
  
• Durable materials

Large Fitness Mat Use Types

Large fitness mats are available to use in many different locations and for multiple usages, including:

• Home gyms
  
• Commercial gyms
  
• School gyms
  
• Wrestling facilities
  
• Cheerleading facilities
  
• Gymnastics facilities
  
• Martial arts facilities
  
• Yoga studios
  
• Fitness centers

Large Gym Mats Q&A

What are the largest gym mats?

The largest gym mats provide coverage for specific types of exercises. You might select 6-by-12-foot extra-large exercise mats for gymnastics or cheerleading workouts. 1-by-1-meter large gym floor mats with interlocking edges work nicely for martial arts facilities that need to cover a large space quickly.

What should I look for in an exercise mat?

When purchasing an exercise mat for sale, it needs to be able to stand up to whatever equipment and activities you have planned for the space. Some mats focus on providing cushioning for high-impact workouts that are tough on the lower body joints or for floor-based exercises. Some provide traction for quick, controlled movements, while others protect the subfloor from heavy items and the impact of dropped barbells.

How thick should fitness mats be?

At Greatmats, we offer thicknesses ranging from about 1/4 of an inch to 2-1/2 inches. An exercise mat thick enough to handle the desired type of workout is appropriate.

Padded, thick gym mats are a necessity to cushion people who might fall during workouts, such as in martial arts or gymnastics. In weight rooms or where exercise equipment is in use, the cushioned thickness should protect the subfloor from damage. When traction is most important, a large exercise mat for a home gym doesn’t have to be very thick.

How long do gym floor mats last?

The lifespan of gym floor mats should at least match the warranty period, which can be anywhere from 1 to 10 years. When cared for and maintained properly, you could receive a longer lifespan. The durability of the materials used to manufacture the extra-large gym mat will play a role in how long the product should last. Rubber lasts longer than foam, for example.

What are the best inexpensive floor mats for fitness?

The best inexpensive floor mats for fitness will be rubber rolls. These cover a large area for a minimal price per square foot. You can select from varying thickness levels, starting at 1/8 of an inch. You also could select foam interlocking tiles for some types of fitness workouts as a cost-effective option.