Best exercise mats according to redditors
We found 189 Reddit comments discussing the best exercise mats. We ranked the 83 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 189 Reddit comments discussing the best exercise mats. We ranked the 83 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
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constructed with EVA foam of various thicknesses, crayola model magic for details, coated in 65D rotocasting plastic for a hard shell. Painted with Rustoleum Hammered paint
edit: and a whole lot of Streetlight manifesto
The rack is this one: http://www.amazon.com/Impex-Marcy-Platinum-Power-116-Pounds/dp/B008UQLTIS/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1406083293&sr=8-3&keywords=marcy+weight+rack
When I ordered it a week ago it was Prime eligible. Looks like it's not anymore... right now anyway.
I got a 300 lb olympic weight set from Dick's for $209.99 (local store). The stand is also from Dick's. Bought a few random weights (5-10 lbs, small ones) from Dick's while I was there.
The mats are these:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0041FQZMW/
EZ curl bar: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004X168VW/ref=oh_details_o01_s02_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Under the weight rack are a couple dumbbell handles that take olympic weights (and the reason I bought some misc smaller weights). I got them from Dick's as well.
Overall, I made a list of things I need and compared local (Dick's) vs. online. I perused Craig's list every now and then, but decided to get new for all of these.
Even Cheaper. 2ft x 2ft x 5 inches
https://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Health-Fitness-Tri-Fold-Exercise/dp/B0016BUR9G/ref=pd_sim_200_4?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0016BUR9G&pd_rd_r=JCN81HC9NQRR7FPQPJ9R&pd_rd_w=48V3M&pd_rd_wg=jplx6&psc=1&refRID=JCN81HC9NQRR7FPQPJ9R
Looks like wrestling mat tape Meister Premium Mat Tape for Wrestling, Grappling and Exercise Mats - Clear - 4" x 84ft - 1 Roll https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MU7N3RI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_01p0CbZQHMXPE
I have a hardwood floor and bought a workout mat. Mine is 4x6 feet and is only 1/4" thick, but I can get on my knees no problem and it's comfy enough I could sleep on it. It's this one, made by Square36 but they come in bigger sizes. I almost went with the same stuff as op, but wanted something thinner and one piece. I really like the mat though and it was a huge benefit for VR.
For festival camping I actually bring a fold-able exercise mat that I have. Basically can be used as a 1" mattress. I like a firmer bed so it works fine for me. Here's basically the one I have -
http://www.amazon.com/Everlast-Folding-Exercise-72-Inch-24-Inch/dp/B000O2GCS8/ref=sr_1_3?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1464119105&sr=1-3&keywords=exercise+mat+fold
This one looks promising as well -
http://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Health-Fitness-Tri-Fold-Exercise/dp/B0016BUR9G/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1464119114&sr=1-1&keywords=exercise+mat+fold
-mostly copied from an old post of mine.
Cheapest option/starter option, buy a cheap ~$15ea usb soft pad from amazon like these then tape them to a hard floor or a piece of plywood ~$35ea at most hardware stores.
Most of the cheap pads are considered cheap because the buttons sensors get warped overtime; specially when played on carpet. So taping a cheap pad to hard floor or a board usually makes it a "good" pad. The board also gives it weight and makes it harder to slide around on carpet. I've played on several boarded pads and they always work better than non boarded.
Why usb and not an old ps2 pad? Almost none of the adapters support 2 arrows being pressed at the same time. Some that work do exist but they are hard to find. There is a work around for the 2 button issue here but unless you already have an adapter I'd just buy a usb ready pad. Idk about xbox or newer pads/adapters, they may not have this issue.
Want foam? This is something you can easily add later. Put some puzzle exercise mats together or cut up a yoga mat and just set your boarded pad on top. You can cut to size and tape to the board so it wont slide. Again tape pad on board then tape on foam. This will give the buttons a nice hard surface to click on but still give the entire pad some cushion. I suggest 1/2in thick. Thicker is more expensive and thinner is a waste of time/money.
Hands on/serious option, build your own. ~$150 depending on materials used and how elaborate you want to get but ultimately the best option for modding and re-usabilty. - if it breaks, you know how to fix it because you built it.
Expensive/best of the best option.
Best pads on the market right now are http://www.precisiondancepads.com/ 4 arrow pad OmegaGX $350-$365ea with everything connector. These should still be taped to a board or used on hard surface so they don't warp. These things are an investment but totally worth it. In my opinion they are better (more sensitive) than the arcades. Yes I really mean that. -side note- This company started off as 1 guy building them himself in his basement because he didn't like the quality of pads on the market.
I recommend the OmegaITGX - basically has plywood under the nonarrow parts to give it more of an arcade/hard feel and makes the buttons seem more resessed. But after just checking their site I am not sure if they offer it anymore. Might want to email them about it. I havent tried a regular GX but I do enjoy and love the feel of my ITGX. - I have had a button sensor stick but it was easy to open and clean and haven't had a problem since.-edit they don't make the ITGX anymore.Has to be Metal? This is where some problems come in. Most of the "good" reputable companies (Colbalt Flux, Blueshark, Red Octane) are long gone and you'll most likely only find them used on ebay, expect to pay ~$300. You can also play the ebay gamble and get a random unknown brand but seriously who knows how good its really going to be.
The last option is to buy real arcade pads but that is a lot of extra work and not really worth the cost. They are hard to find because they usually only come with a complete machine. I've heard they cost ~$500 but I've never seen a real price tag. Then if you want it to work with anything other than the official machine you pretty much have to solder the sensors to a controller or keyboard. It'd be cheaper and probably better to just build yourself if you're willing to go through this much work already.
TL:DR Get a cheap usb pad and you'll probably be fine as long as its on a hard surface. If you want quality then build your own or spring for the precision dance pads.
The mats you linked to are made from EVA foam not PVC.
You can find it used in exercise mats like this if you are going for thick stuff.
If you want it thinner you can also get it like this
http://www.amazon.com/Barbell-Equipment-12-Piece-Puzzle-2-Inch/dp/B004X165F6
Super cheap, and they're okay. They slide around a bit, and I haven't found a place yet to buy the finishing edges, but it really isn't a problem.
It was a combo of amazon, walmart and craigslist.
The only thing I would have done differently is buy horse stall mats instead of the floor tiles. These these are OK but they are too soft and I can tell they wont hold up long. I was in an online ordering mind set and tractor supply shipping is out of this world. Later I realized I could find a local feed supply place and go pick up the stall mats. There's a place a few miles from me that sells them for $55 each. Im going to keep the puzzle mats for a bit and replace them with stall mats later.
If you're wet blocking and in need of mats you can also go to a big box store and look for foam exercise mats like these I bought a four set ages ago... You can connect and get the shape or size you need. It was much more convenient to pick them up in store and cheaper than the mats I priced online. Mine are holding up great after about 3 years of use (and I knit almost exclusively lace so they get a work out)
I've been working out at home since 2013, and have collected most of what I need to workout. The only thing I'm missing is a rack, due to space concerns. Everything I have fits in my closet space. I have the following equipment:
Granted, you can't get all of these things on your budget, but I'd recommend a pull up bar (or the straps if your doorframe won't support it), some dumbbells (you can buy a 40 lbs set for around $40 in most stores), an 18" foam roller and lacrosse ball, and get some extra plates over time with the excess to get you started (only buy the extra plates when you cap out the 40 lbs, and only if you're going to continue exercising).
I bought 12 of those fairly cheap interlocking floor pads. They aren't as good as the rubbery ones that most gyms have but they are good enough.
http://www.amazon.com/We-Sell-Mats-Anti-Fatigue-Interlocking/dp/B001EJI6CK/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1376153406&sr=8-15&keywords=gym+mat
How about this stuff? A bit thicker than a yoga mat. Not free, but not overly expensive if you were building more than one or two bags.
They are sold at walmart/big box home improvement stores as well.
Ooh, I just thought of something else - go to a carpet store and ask if they have any underlay remnants - there should be something that works perfectly for your needs.
I made one but I decided that I was going to go balls deep and try one of the most difficult designed mau5 heads out, the disco head. Long story short it cost me about ~$300 to make, not counting 2 others that I messed up on.
Materials:
-Head
-Eyes
-Head Mount
-Mouth Mesh
-[2] Led lights for coloring the eyes
-Superglue for mouth
-[2] Plastic glue for Headmount
-About [6-10] Rhine stone glue bottles
-[3] bags of Rhinestones
-Foam Ear material ---> With Ear template
-Washers -[4] Threaded Rods -Wing nuts
-Chrome Spray paint
-Lastly, Insulation Strips [White]
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Stuff I had: Dremel, stubbornness, no life, sharpies, too much free time.
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Use any of the above tuts to get the general idea.
The template for the ears, (mine are huge).
Once the mouth is cut and you accounted for the eyes (pop the eyes in half and trace them on.)
Spray paint the whole head chrome, in light mist layers. The more layers the smoother the finish.
Once that's done, enjoy the 90+ hours of putting each rhinestone on, one by one.
Profit.
That shape seems pretty conventional to me. Unless you're talking about the bicep cover, but that's a feature of some hockey pads. If those bicep covers aren't long enough, heat some EVA foam to a curve and glue or sew some fabric on.
Is that what you were asking?
I use interlocking mats, whenever I need to put it up, I can take apart the chunks and stack them into a 1ft cube! They are already no-slip so they work pretty well to hold the pieces.
You might want check out EVA flooring tiles.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001E4XL3E?pc_redir=1410667528&robot_redir=1
I use this mat and this steamer. You can buy a blocking mat anywhere online but the puzzle mat is the exact same thing and it's much cheaper. I steam block all my acrylics with the hand steamer and for my wool I just get it wet in the sink with cold water, pat out the excess, and then pin onto the blocking mat and let dry.
The two shawls I've blocked were blocked on a towel in my mom's home office with the door closed to prevent feline intervention.
When I get back to school on Sunday, I have these waiting for me. I would have rather blocked the shawls on those, but I forgot to check which address Amazon was shipping them to (school vs. home). Oh, well. My dorm room doesn't have carpet, so it all works out.
Amazon?
Something like this: https://www.amazon.ca/CAP-Barbell-Puzzle-Mat-piece/dp/B0041FQZMW/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_bs_img_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ZW8R2Y7QHZMZ39GS5Y45
Or
https://www.amazon.ca/Cap-Barbell-Equipment-12-Piece-Puzzle/dp/B004X165F6/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_lp_t_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ZW8R2Y7QHZMZ39GS5Y45
During the CB demo it was noticeable but appreciated because you are walking around on four of these mats for the first time.
I was moving around quite a bit so I wanted to recenter myself during the transitions and not smash my face into a wall or the staff. So yes, a light leak option can be great for certain meatspace moments.
I had this issue as well (neighbors came a-knocking at 10pm to tell me to shut up). I never played a night again but I bought a set of 4 of these. I'm not sure how much they help, but I felt that not only the pedals transferred noise, but hitting the pads on the frame would get transmitted through the legs.
>Why is that, blends better with the floor?
NOPE! Black shows lint from socks and stuff real quick, and white gets really grubby since it shows any kind of dirt or particles clearly.
Thought a chess board pattern would look nice, so I got the worst of both worlds. If I could do it over I would go with solid tan.
>people complained they separated a lot as well.
People are probably being stupid and putting them directly on the floor. You should put a Rugpad underneath the mat, No flooring is going to stay put otherwise unless it runs wall to wall. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003TDQQIA/
>Did you get these or these?
https://www.amazon.com/We-Sell-Mats-Interlocking-Anti-Fatigue/dp/B001HDCIIQ
I do Insanity on a carpeted floor, but it's a shitty carpet, so I don't mind roughing it up. That said, it doesn't do any damage to it. I would never attempt it w.o shoes...
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If you're worried about ruining the carpet, you may need to invest in something like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HJC0FSY/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_nAUBCbEJGYK4W
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Just use EVA foam mat and a heat gun to get that nice thick armor plate look. The mats are a bit pricey but i can say that the General Zod suit only cost me about $120 to make. Here is a link to the mats im talking about--- http://www.amazon.com/We-Sell-Mats-Interlocking-Anti-Fatigue/dp/B001EJPGG4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1381351392&sr=8-1&keywords=eva+foam
A popular choice alternative for armour is to use EVA foam mats (they're flat on one side, 'diamond plate' on the other, and way cheaper than this (~$12) for 4 2'x2' mats). You cut out the patterns from them and glue them together very similarly to the way you do with paper in papercraft, except the 'paper' you're using is more 3 dimensional and there's no tabs to glue, just edges that you've cut accordingly. Some people then rubber coat them with plastidip although the EVA foam itself lends great durability to the builds.
You just trace your cutout papercraft patterns onto the foam, and cut them out with a craft knife. There's considerations and modifications to be made when starting with a papercraft template and using foam instead, but you might be able to find a straightup foam pattern online somewhere as well. It's definitely worth the effort if you want the characteristics you mentioned.
https://www.amazon.com/CAP-Barbell-Puzzle-Mat-piece/dp/B0041FQZMW/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1481121571&sr=8-4&keywords=cap+puzzle+mat
Thanks for the contest! Hosting contests is a lot of fun. I've already done three and I will do more. They can be slightly addicting.
Matts & T- pins I would love to have these because they will make blocking my knitting projects so much easier. And I'll be able to use it to block Christmas gifts too! Yes I am already planning Christmas.
I would suggest EVA foam. It is easy to work with and CHEAP. You can often find it at hardware stores as workshop flooring. Harbor Freight sells them in packs of 4 big tiles for $10...which is more than enough to make a large sword. I love Harbor Freight for cheap hardware stuff... check them out if you have one around.
Basically, this stuff;
http://www.amazon.com/We-Sell-Mats-Anti-Fatigue-Interlocking/dp/B001EJI6CK/ref=pd_sxp_grid_i_0_1
It is easy to cut into desired shapes. You will probably want to add some sort of boning for support (wooden dowels, bent coat hangers, whatever). Judging from the Zabuza sword you want to make, you might need more of a mop handle support.
Before painting it, you will want to seal it. This is best done first with heat to melt a lot of the foam cells on the surface closed. I used a cheap heat gun I got for $15... its like an industrial hair dryer. A hair dryer would probably work to if its hot enough at close range. A very quick brush with a blow torch has been used for this purposed. You want to hit it just enough to make it a little shiny... not deform the top. I suggest cutting out a small tile to test with first.
After the melt sealing, I suggest going over it with Modge Podge craft glue (from any hobby shop... Hobby Lobby, Michaels, ect). Once that dries, you can prime and paint!
There is a useful EVA foam tutorial series that you might want to look at,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXxDfv2NaDY
Best of luck! I'm having a blast working on my DragonCon costume now. I'm doing an armored version of Captain Harlock from the old Galaxy Express animes.
pumpkin
I would like this yoga mat the most, but it is $20 and I don't think it works with Prime (it doesn't say it), so if you can't get it I guess my second choice would be this RENT DVD that I really want to see. It is on sale for $10 but it usually $15. Thanks for the contest!
Morthy demands:
English(wo)man, because Wellies!
Never be seen in public with this. I may come off a little creepy.
LITERALLY phallic.
Akeleie demands:
One of my geek items.
Most goal-oriented!
Item(s) for deserted island. Gotta be able to boil water and make it drinkable! And also cook all the fish I'd catch. ;)
Pink Yoga Mat
I am currently in physical therapy for my back. This would help with my home exercises that I have to do. I am currently using a blanket on the living room floor.
Sorry, my bad:
http://www.amazon.com/Powerline-PPR200X-PowerLine-Power-Rack/dp/B000VLRVSC/ref=lh_ni_t_mi
http://www.amazon.com/Bowflex-SelectTech-Adjustable-Bench-Series/dp/B000BH7CB2/ref=lh_ni_t_mi
http://www.amazon.com/CAP-Barbell-Puzzle-Mat-piece/dp/B0041FQZMW/ref=lh_ni_t_mi
We use work out mats similar to this (which might help with stinky bacteria) or this. They also work excellently for camping mats when backpacking :) We keep them in our coat closet and haven't had any issues with smell.
We put our mattress directly on the ground for a few months with my first and put interlocking exercise mats around the perimeter of the bed as an insurance plan. This time since we have a larger bed, we'll probably leave the bed on the box spring and just have the mats as insurance still.
I use these EVA mats for VR. I play a lot of onward and need to drop to the ground as quick as possible. At first I thought that I would unpiece them and put in the closet when not doing VR, but they end up in the corner of the room when I'm not playing.
They do shift around, but you can cut one of them to fit the width of your playspace to prevent them from shifting.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014JYG27C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Took about 2 months on and off. It was my first project so there was a lot of learning done. It was made primarily with EVA foam http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001E4XL3E?cache=b63d0fff3a10220c13d23ec4205c5f8c&pi=SX200_QL40&qid=1407130163&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1
I think you can buy mats for drum sets that are supposed to insulate the sound? Honestly, you might be just as well off with those kids’ foam play mats that link together. Ex. https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B001HDCIIQ/ref=mh_s9_acsd_top_b52wluF_c_x_5_w?pf_rd_m=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&pf_rd_s=mobile-hybrid-3&pf_rd_r=676HVPVAGZ4PFE549MPM&pf_rd_t=30901&pf_rd_p=11e8e8a1-58f9-5e9f-9470-824e799fa7b1&pf_rd_i=4624224011
Thank you! This is what I used to block - it was pretty easy (my first time using wires, but definitely not my last).
Mats - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GNAGRKI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (much cheaper than designated "knitting" ones)
Wires - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001JSQZ88/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (I think there is a smaller set available, too)
I ordered these plain, gray ones on Amazon with free shipping with other items. They arrived in like 2 days and are perfect.
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Typically the 6-7mm EVA foam is referring to those interlocking floor mats. These can be found at hardware stores like Home Depot or Lowes for pretty cheap. They typically will have a textured side and smooth side.
We scrubbed our horse stall mat down as well, both sides, let it sit and dry. Every now and then, I'll get a whiff of rubber but it's not often and it's a mild, faint smell.
If you definitely don't want to deal with the rubber though, there are some cheap foam mats out there, but they're incredibly cheap, no grip, serving little to no purpose, except providing a buffer from steel to floor.
https://www.amazon.com/IncStores-Exercise-Tiles-Portable-Interlocking/dp/B0113D5JF8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1468614138&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=foam+mats&psc=1
Thanks!
It's a "bargin outlet store". I don't think they have a site you can order from.
You can find EVA foam online pretty easily. Ebay and Amazon have plenty of options. Just Search for "EVA Foam".
You can consider using puzzle piece mats. This is what I used before using a yoga mat and I still use it when practicing crow and handstands since it gives extra cushion.
Do you intend to sandwich your foam between Worbla? If so, here is a roll of thin craft foam that you can buy from Michael's. I usually find it for purchase in the actual store, so if you have one nearby, you should stop in and see if you can get a roll or two and avoid shipping costs.
If you are wanting to make the helmet solely out of foam (the cheaper option), you will need something a little thicker and sturdier, such as this, which you can also buy at Home Depot (for cheaper) in the flooring section. Here is the first video of a 3-part step-by-step series of a guy making a helmet out of this foam.
Hope this helps!
use some EVA floor mats in your playing area. It will reduce the noise and the strain of playing standing.
http://www.amazon.com/IncStores-perfect-lightweight-gymnastics-exercises/dp/B00B73OPLY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1462371783&sr=8-4&keywords=eva+tatami
I use something similar in my kids room.
Edit: better link for larger areas
The interlocking mats seem pretty popular. I'm going to pick these up.
I know some gyms, like Chikara Crossfit, who use padded mats since they can't drop the weights. Don't quote me, but it's something to do with being in a basement or having windows for walls. I do not remember what I heard.
Anyways, doing a easy google search for the keywords "padded mats" gave me this first link to amazon for a 24"x24"x5" for $29.
We can probably better help you in the future if you post whatever image you are referencing when you state "I saw..."
Why is that, blends better with the floor? I looked at those and they seemed really thin, people complained they separated a lot as well. Did you get these or these?
Awww! Congratulations on the pregnancy!
You're gonna have a girl on December 1st!
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Thanks for the contest! I hope you have an easy pregnancy :)
If Walmart doesn't pan out they're all over the internet, these are the ones I've been working with for bigger structure stuff but you could probably find some that are even cheaper.
How about a treadmill mat! This one folds up (I had a similar one a long time ago)
Stamina Fold-to-Fit Folding Equipment Mat (84-Inch by 36-Inch) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0012MEZKG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_qmKEAbCFZDC1Q
Edit: not as wide as you’d want but something to consider
My bike and fluid trainer sit ontop of a fold-up exercise mat. It's the perfect size, and it has handles which makes it easy for me to slide it over to wherever i want (i.e., in front of the TV).
http://imgur.com/a/guLlW
I've used that set up in the winters and then mostly year round (moved to an area I'm not comfortable riding in) for a few years. Used it on wood floors and carpet, and it's been perfect on both. And during the time that I had it in my living room, it made it very easy to move it out of sight for a bit if necessary without taking the bike off of the trainer and what not.
Something like this, except I paid less than $30 for it I think:
https://www.bodybuilding.com/store/harbinger/tri-fold-mat.html?skuId=HARB2170110&PLASKU=HARB2170110&mcid=CG_PLA_US_GS_harbinger&bbdevice=c&bbskuid=harb2170110&gclid=CNiq5pPKiNQCFVhMDQodhyMDrg
Edit: Here's one for $25
https://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Health-Fitness-Tri-Fold-Exercise/dp/B0016BUR9G/ref=sr_1_10?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1495630683&sr=1-10&keywords=exercise+mat
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008I4XFWU
http://www.amazon.com/local/national/B00P2TNLS2?cid=td_&ref_=td_
https://www.amazon.ca/CAP-Barbell-Puzzle-Mat-piece/dp/B0041FQZMW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1540256625&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_Q
Or I'll carry your dog anywhere
I use this: https://www.amazon.com/Stamina-Folding-Equipment-84-Inch-36-Inch/dp/B0012MEZKG/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1499976499&sr=8-5&keywords=exercise+mat+fold
It works well and fits Thrasher's x-pen well. He has chewed up the edges a good amount, but it is still functional a year later. May have to get a new one eventually though.
All the armor is EVA foam from Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001E4XL3E/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_5CuOub0KQ6CRS). The details are done in craft foam.
I used eva foam panels.
http://www.amazon.com/CAP-Barbell-Puzzle-Mat-piece/dp/B0041FQZMW/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1421532715&sr=8-12&keywords=eva+foam
>Source some proper-sized 20kg plates
Just put your plates on a small makeshift platform of some kind. I used to use these things when I was lifting with non-standard weights.
I know this sub loves the TCS Horse Stall Mats but I found these on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074DSJLLY/?coliid=I1G9VYRCZACSZ7&colid=3LQJL0788BZYG&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
They look like they're cheaper and easier to install and I can get them delivered right to my house without the famous smell I've heard so much about.
Is there any downside to these mats?
I'm also thinking of getting some wide vinyl tape to hold the seems together.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MU7N3RI/?coliid=IEC6NCYHRPM7U&colid=3LQJL0788BZYG&psc=1
Anyone know if this tape will hold on those mats?
And then using some sealer to smooth the edges of the tape.
https://www.amazon.com/Plasti-Dip-Performix-Multi-Purpose-Synthetic/dp/B072LWS6ZR/ref=sr_1_20?keywords=performix+vlp&qid=1573683560&s=sporting-goods&sr=8-20
I purchased 4 of these, they are a little expensive but they fold up and I can put them away as the space is not a permanent rolling space.
https://www.amazon.com/We-Sell-Mats-Gymnastics-Fasteners/dp/B00QXCD2SG/ref=sr_1_9?crid=1L6MTAS5CYO70&dchild=1&keywords=wesellmats%2Bgym%2Bmat&qid=1573689178&sprefix=mats%2Bwesellmats%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-9&th=1&psc=1
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Edit, the actual link /facepalm
I wonder if yoga mats would work - get a red 1/2" for $20 and a black 1/4" for another $20, glue them together and you have a 24"x72" sheet for $40ish?
$0.023/ sq in vs. $0.071/ sq in
just buy a padded folding mat like this - http://www.amazon.com/Everlast-Folding-Exercise-72-Inch-24-Inch/dp/B000O2GCS8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451410200&sr=8-1&keywords=padded+folding+mat
Theyre pretty spongy. I bought them from Amazon, you can find them here. I must say my cats have already torn holes in the mats with their back claws, so theyre not as durable as I hoped.
edit: I'll probably go with the horse stall mats here in a couple months.
No clue about the actual one, but I think you could do this...Take a tumble mat and cover it with the regular horse stall matting and it would make a cushion type base. This would obviously be taller than normal, but say a base, tumble mat like this with the rubber matting on top. I think that would give it enough space to give and not be loud. This would be like a 4-5" tall platform I would think.
Home gym with:
How ever many of these it took to fill the room.
Squat Rack.
355 lbs of Bumper Plates
Weight bench
Olympic bar
Stud Pull Up Bar
Rings
Dumbbells.
Parallel Bars
Treadmill of some sort.
Heavy bag/Speed Bag stand
Bag
Hang Boards
Campus Boards
Indoor Bouldering wall.
Don't think I am missing anything.
Bonus:Mats?
Happy happy cakeday!!!!!
Thanks :D Looks good, what did you make it out of? Or was that the foam...? Is it like this foam http://www.amazon.com/We-Sell-Mats-Anti-Fatigue-Interlocking/dp/B001EJI6CK/ref=pd_sxp_grid_i_0_1
http://www.amazon.com/Cap-Barbell-Equipment-12-Piece-Puzzle/dp/B004X165F6/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1376456684&sr=8-4&keywords=workout+mat
I wear five fingers and hop around on this mat: http://www.amazon.com/We-Sell-Mats-Interlocking-Anti-Fatigue/dp/B001EJPGG4/ref=sr_1_3?s=exercise-and-fitness&ie=UTF8&qid=1380733908&sr=1-3.
It slides around on the floor a little bit, but it's worth it so that I don't pound the ground so hard.
Thanks for this idea! I was trying to figure out what I was gonna do once I brought my squat rack and weights back home. I have a ton of room but I have tile flooring... You think this would work if I doubled up on them? It's foam :- \
Not the creator, but if I had to guess she went with the EVA foam floor matting method. All you need is a hot knife, a heat gun, and these cheap pieces of floor matting.
Hot Knife:
http://www.amazon.com/Xacto-X73780-Precision-Soldering-Knife/dp/B000BRBZUG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1347514744&sr=8-1&keywords=exacto+soldering
Heat gun:
http://www.amazon.com/Wagner-Power-Products-503008-200-Watt/dp/B00004TUCV/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1347514769&sr=1-1&keywords=Heat+gun
EVA Foam mat:
http://www.amazon.com/We-Sell-Mats-Interlocking-Anti-Fatigue/dp/B001EJPGG4/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1347514787&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=EVA+foam+mat
Mats I purchased
I got 2 sets and it makes a 6' by 8' workout area that seems to be the perfect size for at least the first 2 workouts (I'm 6'4" for reference). Today will actually be my first day to use them.
I have this on hardwood floor. I also but a yoga mat in the middle for more cushion. The reviews with carpet liked it. http://www.amazon.com/Stamina-Folding-Equipment-84-Inch-36-Inch/dp/B0012MEZKG/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1367697773&sr=8-5&keywords=workout+mat
http://www.amazon.com/We-Sell-Mats-Interlocking-Anti-Fatigue/dp/B001EJPGG4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348670933&sr=8-1&keywords=eva+foam
3/8" is the way to go. I've been working with the foam for a few weeks now making Blood Dragon armor. You'll also want a Dremel tool with some different heads.
Also this:
http://www.schenz.com/fm_eva.html
You can get a DDR pad for about 20 bucks on amazon you also need a ps2 to PC converter same thing with a pump dance pad. I found a DDR pad for about $7 at a old game shop maybe search for some there if you don't want to buy online. But you still need a converter. Or just get this http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0076H4D8A?cache=8431cfcb1e6baee2459d10aa9639a3d2&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1409875417&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1
This is what I used for the majority of the foam. I used some thinner foam from a local craft store.
I can't help with UK, sorry.
But, you want to examine the maximum load the rack/cage can support. Does it max out at 300lb (whatever in kgs, sorry). If you cheap out on a rack that can only support a small weight, you limit how far you can theoretically progress
Also check out the height of the rack. Make sure it fits in the room you want to put it into.
If you're getting a cage, you'll want to examine the construction of the safety bars and j-hooks. Also see if the manufacturer will let you buy replacement parts if you need them.
Most of the equip I buy has rubber feet on it, plus I'm not worried about the cement floor in my basement. But for you, maybe check out Foam Floor pads example.
Follow up question: I do my squats and deads barefoot but on these mats I got from Amazon. Would the mat have the same effect as a cushioned sole?
Here are some links for the product in the above comment for different countries:
Link: these mats I got from Amazon
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Here's the details on the stuff:
Power Rack. Had this about 6 weeks and I'm extremely happy with it. Looks fine, feels very sturdy, no feeling of tipping or instability even when I hang from the bar at front. Paint scratches when you move and insert the spotter bars but what do you want for $350 shipped. It's held 215 on multiple occasions with no issues. If you lift significantly heavier than this (300+) you may want to read reviews first, or invest in a less-starter rack, but for many/most people this will be fine forever. It's dead easy to assemble if you have a socket set and if you don't, great opportunity to get one, they're cheap! Assembly can be done mostly solo but the final bits really need a second person to hold stuff in place while bolts are inserted. Rack comes shipped in 2 or 3 (can't remember) boxes which are pretty unwieldy and heavy.
I went with this CAP barbell. This suits my needs very well with great knurling and came without bend, and I'm unlikely to put a bend in it with my sub-300 deadlifts. The barbell ships in a fun 7 foot cylindrical tube which caused the dude at the mail place to nearly topple over because he expected it to be light for some reason.
I also got this plate tree which holds 2x 45# bumpers, 2x 45# plates, and 2x 25#, 2x 10#, 4x 5#, and 2x 2.5#. Does the trick but paint scratches off the pegs like crazy but is easily cleaned up. Single box, about 30 pounds.
The bench is this one by Marcy. I wanted a simple bench and that's what I got. Great bench for the price and I haven't had any instability problems. Had this for a year and used up to 70# dumbbells and 215# barbell with it (I'm 215). Most weight total that's been on it was a 270# friend benching 185# for sets and he found it fine.
Assorted stuff: got these puzzle mats which do the trick for the right price and are stowable unlike a permanent mat. As I mentioned elsewhere the 45# bumpers are meant to mitigate any floor impact, and I'm not terribly concerned with keeping this floor perfect anyway (it's 10 year old laminate on top of concrete, and the "path" is linoleum). The plates were from a sale at the local FitnessDerp store (not its real name) and were 85 cents a pound -- I never saw any on Craigslist for less than that in the month I looked. Finally just some collars.
The cat in the picture highly recommends this crinkle tunnel.
i am in the process of these I get 24 square feet with 6 tiles for $30.00 Before i have used my mini ironing board.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0041FQZMW
I purchased this: HemingWeigh Extra Thick Foam Exercise Mat
I have wood laminate flooring, this has been a lifesaver. BUt you need to be barefoot or wearing just socks because it rips/scratches with shoes.
Edit: I just reread your post about it being constantly on the floor, my post wouldn't help you there oops! I'll keep it up though in case anyone else is interested.
im going to buy these foam interlocking squares around my pool table and that should help. they are inexpensive and seem to have good reviews!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004X165F6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER