The internet is full of exercise training videos that you can do yourself at home. It is necessary to carry out training to strengthen the muscles of the abdomen, buttocks and thighs. They can be performed at any time, and most importantly, the consequences can be comparable to those achieved during training in a fitness club.
Types of mats
If you are a yoga practitioner, the best choice would be very thin mats, usually up to 6 mm thick and with a non-slip surface. Stability and contact with the floor are actually the most important factors during yoga practice. More expensive models have beautiful and original colors or have an additional surface that prevents excessive sweating, and thus, exercise is more comfortable.
Pilates strengthens the body, stretches muscles, and promotes rehabilitation. The exercises are performed mainly in the supine position, and therefore a suitable mat plays a huge role. Pilates mats differ from yoga mat primarily in thickness - they are about 1.5 cm thick, which allows you to provide constant protection against possible back pain. Their colors and functionality are impressive. FlexMat brand mats have reinforced ribs and a carrying handle. Fitness mats are the most versatile type of mat. You can do squats, supports, stretching exercises on them. When shopping for a rug, you need to think about a bag that will help you keep it clean and easier to transport.
What should you look for when buying?
In addition to mats adapted to the respective exercises, an important element is its length, which must be adapted to the height. Attention should also be paid to slip, material and flexibility - moving the mats during exercise is problematic. Ideally, an appropriate mat will make it easier to perform specific physical exercises and make learning more comfortable and the effects more noticeable.
