Different Kinds Of Mats For Sports Activities
There
are many different kinds of mats available today in the market, which
aid in exercises and sports activities. There can be good amounts of
difference between them, on the basis of the particular activity they
have been created for. Hence aerobic mats may differ widely
from, say Yoga mats. If you want to know more about the mats
available today, read on.
General
Purpose mats
These
mats can be found in almost all sports shop. As they are quite
versatile in their built, they are used for many different
activities, and hence are sold more as well. You can do Yoga, Pilates
and certain exercises including sit-ups and push-ups on them as well.
If you want to do any kind of exercise at your home, these mats can
fulfill the requirements. They protect your floor and also protect
the body from injuries.
Yoga
Mat
Yoga
mats are a bit thinner and are made for practicing yoga only. They
have anti-skid structure, and do not offer heavy cushioning.
Pilates
mats
While
the pilates mat are non–slippery, they do offer more cushioning
than other kinds of mats. Pilate exercises are done on the floor
itself, and hence the body needs enough cushioning to protect itself
from impacts and injuries. The mats provide all that and more.
Aerobic
mats or Heavy Duty mats
These
are the mats that can be used for aerobic exercises. They are
frequently found in the gymnasiums and in the fitness clubs. They may
also be called as the gymnastic mats. These mats are highly durable
and provide for good cushioning. They are strong and may weight more
than other kinds of mats.
Interlocking
mats
The
interlocking mats are mats that can be used to cover any surface or
area. They have an interlocking structure and the individual pieces
can be locked together, so as to form a continuous and smooth surface
for exercising. The large fitness centers and gymnasiums may have
their floors covered with these kinds of mats.
The
aerobic mats are today available in many different varieties.
You can do many different aerobic exercises on them. They offer ample
of cushioning and help you achieve your fitness goals.
