Basic for your workouts: the fitness mat as a must-have

A fitness mat is the simple but important basis for many different workouts. Fitness is now an integral part of the lifestyle for many people, across all generations - and that obviously means a wide range of workouts, from heavy lifting to jogging, from the gym with its equipment training and the diverse course program to daily gentle stretching at home. Whether it's Zumba or a treadmill, classic abdominal, leg and buttock training or fascia training based on the latest sports medical findings, barre or core training and much more - everyone will find what suits them best, and many can no longer imagine their everyday life without their favorite workout.

The fitness mat - the equipment for the home studio

In addition to going to the gym or group fitness, most people prefer their own home to train, as it allows them to quickly fit a workout session into a busy daily routine.

Depending on the workout you choose, the equipment doesn't have to be extensive, but one basic tool is always recommended: a suitable fitness mat! As a basis for a wide variety of training methods, the fitness mat is a sensible and cost-effective purchase that is worth it - according to the motto: simple, but gold!

What types of workouts do you need a fitness mat for?

A fitness mat is recommended for many different types of workouts or training - in short, for almost all types of training that are not carried out on or with a large piece of equipment (except running training and a few others).

Since the lockdowns, fitness styles that can be practiced in the comfort of your own home have become increasingly important, and online offerings that provide instructions and motivation for training at home have gained great popularity and distribution.

There are many ways to train efficiently with a minimum of space and equipment. Fascia training is one of them, as are squats, crushes and other popular exercises for defined muscles, and the gymnastics boom from the 1980s is also experiencing a comeback. Pilates training and the physical component of yoga, including dynamic asana flow styles, are also among the most popular workouts in the "home studio". A fitness mat is the perfect basis for all of these types of fitness!

What makes a fitness mat special?

A fitness mat provides a slightly padded, well-insulated, clean surface for the chosen workout and supports a secure footing. It has grip and is therefore non-slip, it slightly cushions movements and thus ensures that training is easier on the joints. A pleasantly soft but not too soft mat is required - comfort must be provided and good balance in standing positions must be ensured at the same time. In addition to a non-slip surface that gives you support, a good adhesive underside is also important so that the mat sticks reliably and safely to the floor.

Whether it's crushes or push-ups, Shavasana after a yoga session or gymnastics exercises lying on your back - not only is it much easier to stand on a fitness mat than on the bare floor, it's also better to lie on.

Not just for home practice - take your own fitness mat to the gym

On the one hand, fitness mats are basic equipment for the "home studio", i.e. for your workout at home. But they are also part of every professional studio equipment - they are available in every gym, usually in large numbers. However, many people prefer to take their own mat to the gym because they simply feel most comfortable on it. You too can bring your own fitness mat to group fitness - it's worth buying.

Fitness mats at YOGISTAR

The Gymfitstar by YOGISTAR line offers you premium mats for your fitness training, because mats are a core product and flagship of YOGISTAR - we have invested years of passion and work in their development and improvement. We have brought a range of different mats onto the market that are tailored precisely to the respective requirements. The following models have proven particularly successful as all-round fitness mats for workouts:

Professional like in the studio: the fitness mat "yogimat gym"

This fitness mat is a model from the YOGISTAR signature line (the renowned "yogimat" line). If you need good cushioning, this is the perfect choice, as the mat is thicker than most other types of mats on the market and therefore has more cushioning and shock absorption than most classic yoga mats, for example. It is durable and robust, protects against cold floors and can be easily wiped down with a gentle cleaner. This popular fitness mat is made of synthetic rubber and is grooved.

The fitness mat with power: Discover the "yogimat move"

Also from YOGISTAR's signature line, this model is thinner than the yogimat gym and is therefore particularly suitable for exercises where balance plays a role. This fitness mat is even machine washable - so you can get rid of traces of sweat particularly thoroughly and train again and again on a completely fresh mat.

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What exactly can you use a fitness mat for?

A fitness mat is suitable for many different types of workouts - it can be used for strength training with your own body weight, as well as for gymnastics and fascia training or, of course, for Pilates training. It offers a safe surface for crunches, squats, push-ups and much more. Yoga asanas and yoga flows can also be performed on a fitness mat.

What features should a fitness mat have?

A fitness mat should offer good cushioning to protect the joints during training and to provide a cushioning surface for exercises performed while lying down. It should be made of a hygienic, easily washable material and be robust and therefore durable. Another important aspect of a fitness mat is that it is non-slip: it should be a mat that is non-slip on both sides and allows for secure standing.

Who benefits from a fitness mat?

A fitness mat is worthwhile for anyone who likes to train at home or who likes to take their own mat to the gym or group fitness. It is a useful and proven basis for a wide range of workouts and training methods and is recommended as basic equipment.

And by the way

Of course, you will find many other products and tools for your workouts in addition to fitness mats. Whether it's strength training, fascia training or the massage afterwards - Gymfitstar by YOGISTAR has the right equipment!