Every woman wants to look beautiful and attractive. It has long been known that the best assistant in fitness are sports mats that can provide cosiness and comfort during exercising. If you’re going to be exercising professionally, it’s time to get your own personal fitness mat rather than using the one provided by the gym. This accessory should be as personal as a towel or a hair comb.
What determines the cost of a fitness mat?
In addition to the obvious parameter – the manufacturer – the price of a mat largely depends on its material. At the moment, most manufacturers offer 3 options.
Synthetic and PVC
If you need a cheap fitness mat, then pay attention to synthetic models. In addition to their price, they also have a number of other advantages. They are:
- hygienic,
- resistant to salt and fresh water, sun, and sand,
- easy to maintain due to the special structure of the surface with closed pores,
- serve for at least 2 years.
If you read reviews about an inexpensive fitness mat, you will notice that with active exercise, some mats become slippery. You can solve this problem by studying the characteristics of the product before buying it. It must have good adhesion to the floor.
Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE)
Although this material also belongs to synthetic, it still has some differences:
- If you need a thick fitness mat, feel free to go for a TPE model, as it will weigh less than a PVC product.
- It is characterized by hypoallergenicity: it does not contain chlorine.
- Perfectly keeps its shape and does not slide.
- Absorbs sweat, lasts long, and is pleasant to the touch.
A two-layer fitness mat is ideal for exercising on a cold floor. You can use the mat for yoga, fitness, and Pilates.
Natural mats
Most frequently, a mat made of natural materials is a common choice for professional sportsmen: such models are more expensive than synthetic ones. Their distinctive features include:
- protection from cold,
- softness,
- high density.
The components of such a non-slip fitness mat may include cotton, polyurethane, latex, wool, and isolon.
It is recommended to only use alcohol or plain water to clean your fitness mat if you want it to last longer. Even the best quality rubber fitness mat will slip if unwashed soap gets mixed in with sweat during exercise. And this may entail sprains and injuries.
