Can this mat do double-duty as a regular exercise mat, or would that be pressuring it too much?
760302
I wouldn't use this mat with sneakers or any other work out footgear other then what it was intended for; yoga. In my opinion I think it would probably be fine, since it it such a great mat, but you wouldn't be getting the longevity of the mat like you would if it were only used for yoga or Pilates.
760303
I would think it would make an excellent general exercise mat; just don't use shoes on it as it may affect the surface. I know on my many many years old mat it showed wear marks where I placed my bare feet repeatedly, but I just turned it over. You cannot do that with this pro mat as it has only one side for use. But don't forget it has a lifetime guarantee.
760304
Yes it could! Comfy but tough enough to be an all around exercise mat. You may want to look into the extended size mat and you can use it for both activities without limiting yourself space wise.
760305
It is sucha a great mat that it could totally double as a regular excersise mat.
760306
It can be used as both the regular exercise and yoga. Just be careful on what surfaces you put on. I had it for about a year or so and it is still in a great condition. In my personal opinion, if you take care of the mat and clean it after every use as the instructions asks the item will stay nice for a while. I hope this helps. :)
2148779
This mat is very hard, thick and quiet heavy ( 70 lbs.). Not to be used as exercise mat.
180048
I think it will, the mat body that takes up most of the surface is about 3/8" thick, and about 1/8" is the more flexible/compressible "donuts" that surround the holes in the mat body. BUT, as you add weight you may lose some air circulation airflow under the mat, or at least at the contact points of your equipment and the mat. The mat itself is high density rubber and quite heavy.
904725
Maybe... I use the Jillian Michaels Body Revolution workout. So depending upon how similar those are. The mat is thick and well-cushioned.
1301575
No, I don't think so. I think I read that it is not for martial arts. There are different mats for rolls and breakfalls which would be thicker and softer that this. I LOVE this for jump rope and free-weight training and body-weight exercise, but it's not suitable for more impact than that.
2148781
No, the mat is a thick, heavy, rubber substance. It will not move or stretch.
1285596
I do yoga regularly and I would NOT use this as a yoga mat but it could be used if you are careful. This mat does not have that "sticky" quality most yoga mats have to hold certain positions. I use a thicker than normal yoga mat I obtained at a local chain sports store. I recall it being called an exercise/Pilates mat. It resembles the LRF - SUPER THICK 68" x 24" Yoga Mat Pad Non-Slip Durable (EVA - 6mm) on Amazon.
866030
Also not sure about the question. I have found that either side of the mat is usable and affords traction when dry. But if my hands get a little sweaty, they begin to slip. I don't do "hot" yoga, but I don't think this would work for a really sweaty practice.
791313
I have found that both sides are useable. It helps that the mat doesn't slip easily on the floor thereby providing for stability. Let's both enjoy our mat for a long time.
192870
I have not tried that but I assume it would. When I need to sit I just move the mat back
661463
I don't know that it would be thick enough? It's only about 1/8"-1/4" thick and it's flimsy. It's great for under exercise equipment on carpet. A great comparison would be to an exercise mat. I'd look for thicker a mat, more industrial.
661464
If it was me, no I would not get this mat for what you have in mind. Also keep in mind also that although it says Heavy Duty....It really is not. You might begin tripping on the edges.
624028
The mat's rubber surface isn't particularly slick and the mat is very heavy. I wouldn't think it too likely to slip.
1019205
This mats main use is to cushion your drop on jumps while excercise but I do have a much larger mat made of same material under my treadmill in my bedroom and I also live on the 2nd floor of a 2 floor house and it does great with muffling the sound. I have never had a complaint from my downstairs neighbors on it.
534285
No, I don't thinks so. I think it is much stronger. Be sure that you can keep the vibration/massage in one area. Ours rotates through different position on the mat (we bought ours quite a while ago).
921474
I have hard wood floors and I lie the baby on it and it doesnt seem to bother her. About the thickness of the mat its not like a gym pad. Its more like a bed comforter thickness.
1252228
We use this mat to stand on and walk on. It has held it's shape under heavy use in this capacity for several months. We do not put objects on it so do not know if it will hold up under the weight.