Following the pandemic, there has been an uptick in home-gyming. Creating a fully stocked at-home gym is a priority for many. But one of the most overlooked pieces of equipment that you will need is a good gym-friendly floor.
Depending on your current setup, you may just be using a yoga mat or whatever flooring your home has. But if you want to elevate your at-home gym set-up, investing in a new floor can step up your training game. Not only will it give your home gym a professional look, but it will also ensure that your joints are protected and that you are preventing injuries from slips and falls.
The right sports flooring can even help you increase stability, reduce body impact and boost plyometric power. Your weights and equipment might even be doing some damage to your floors, where installing some fitness flooring can help. From rubber to turf, here are the top flooring options for your workouts.
Rubber flooring
There is a reason that rubber flooring is used in most commercial and home gyms—the material is sturdy and resilient. This makes it ideal for any type of exercise or material. It is also very easy to install and maintain. It is durable, shock-absorbing, and water-resistant. You can get this in tiles or mats for smaller spaces and in rolls to cover larger rooms. There are also various thickness options and price points that you can choose from. However, it is a poor insulator and can be expensive.
Foam flooring
Foam is one of the most comfortable options, which means that it is very suitable for floor-based workouts such as yoga or pilates. It also has excellent shock resistance, which means that it is great for HIIT workouts. As an added benefit, it is also quite cheap and easy to install. However, it lacks sufficient support for heavy weights or equipment and can therefore leave dents over time.
Vinyl
Vinyl is a very practical choice for flooring as it can stand up to the abuse of a home gym, but is still comfortable and chic enough for a living space. This flooring is also mold, mildew, and moisture resistant, and can even handle harsh cleaning chemicals to wipe up all your blood, sweat, and tears. It is even quite long-lasting (up to 10 years!) and easy to maintain and has an extensive selection of styles and patterns. However, it can be easily punctured or torn by a sharp object and has low shock absorption capabilities.
Artificial turf
With artificial turf, you can bring your outdoor training inside. It makes a visual statement, great for plyometrics, CrossFit and more. The turf surface can give you the opportunity to add sled pulls and pushes into your strength training routine. It can also provide the optimal level of traction and resistance for sprints and conditioning. This is perfect for athletes who want to improve and increase their athletic performance with less risk of injury.
Turf doesn’t dent or crack and is easy to maintain with routine cleaning and brushing. However, if it is not cleaned properly, it can pose a risk of certain infections. It can also be abrasive when doing certain floor exercises and can be more costly than other flooring options.
Get the best sports flooring
With F1 recreation, you can get sports flooring specifically designed to meet all your home gym requirements. Find products that can cater to all your different needs and activities, from free weights to cardio to cross-fit. F1 Recreation can tailor the best solution for you based on your needs and provide you with detailed instructions on how to care for and maintain your floors.
Contact F1 recreation to elevate your home gym experience!