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I’m interested in the 1” MMA mats for my fitness room. I do a variety of exercises (mostly fitness videos) including plyometrics (lots of jumping), aerobics, calisthenics (jumping jacks, etc.), yoga, weight lifting, pilates, etc. Are these appropriate for that?
Our 1" MMA Mats are ideal for high impact workouts but are not the best for certain side-to-side movements. If you do these types of exercises on these tiles, we recommend using double sided tape to keep the tiles together. The tape would go under the tiles and keep the tiles from separating.
Was this helpful?I'm looking for a mat that I can block knitting projects on. This would involve pinning and stretching a damp sweater on to a mat to shape it. There are smaller, but similar, foam interlocking mats sold in knitting stores, so I thought this would be a great larger alternative that would also disassemble for easy storage after use. Anyone know if your mats are the same material as the ones sold in knitting stores?
Our 1" MMA Mats can be used as a block for knitting products and has been successfully by many of our customers.
Was this helpful?Am looking for edging that ramps up so people don't trip on edge, is there an accessory for an angled edge?
Our 1"MMA Mats have Beveled Edge pieces that can be found in the accessories section of this products page. These edges will help alleviate any tripping that a hard lip would cause.
Was this helpful?I'm looking for something to go over hardwood flooring for a range of workouts from kickboxing and MMA to cardio and battle ropes. Will these be soft enough to do ground exercises without pain (sit ups, yoga, etc.) but also sturdy enough to move on?
Our 1" MMA Mats are soft enough to be used for ground exercises. They provide plenty of cushioning, making this product an excellent choice for sit-ups and yoga. For kickboxing, MMA, and cardio, you may get some movement. To help reduce this, we recommend the use of some double-sided tape.
Was this helpful?Can the 1" MMA mats be put on a platform bed with multiple blankets on top for a person with a really bad back issue who can not sleep on a mattress? Is it safe to breathe in the odor from the mats night after night while sleeping? Thank you.
Our 1" MMA Mats can be used as mattress of sorts and have. They are hard, so if you are looking for a hard mattress, they will work as a good alternative and one that can be easily moved. These foam tiles are non-toxic, so you won't have to worry about breathing in anything toxic.
Was this helpful?How to I calculate edging for six 2x2 tiles setup as a 4' x 6' area?
Each piece of tile comes with two edges attached, as long as you are making a square or rectangle configuration of at least four tiles you will always have enough edges delivered with your order.
Was this helpful?I am in a martial arts class. I am looking to buy mats that I can put in my basement so I can practice rolls and the take downs at home. Are the 1 inch mats like the mats in martial arts studios? I want to make sure they are soft enough that I can practice like I am in the studio.
Yes, our 1" MMA mats are like those you would find in a professional studio or dojo. They are made with very thick EVA foam that prevents impact on hard surfaces. However, every martial arts facility is different and some will add extra padding under their floors as well, like a carpet padding. If you wanted to step up to the next level of padding you could check out our Home Wrestling Mats which also provide a significant level of protection.
Was this helpful?I plan on using these for Training on the Muay Thai bag. Will they hold up to twisting and turning.
Yes, the MMA will hold up to twisting underfoot when practicing martial arts with bare feet. Under some shoes the twisting and turning might distort the mats, but the texture of these foam tiles are designed to allow twisting and turning without losing traction when you need it most.
Was this helpful?I need something for 56 year old knees and joint for HIIT, Tabata and other aerobic/cardio activity. Is this it?! Thanks
Our 1" MMA mats are great for HIIT workouts and help absorb some of the impact you might experience while doing these workouts. To ensure that the mats stay together during a lot of lateral movements, make sure to have enough mats connected. The more mats pieces there are, the more stable their configuration!
Was this helpful?Can you put this on a wood floor to block the noise from jumping traveling downstairs to the apartment below?
Yes, our MMA mats are great at dampening the sound from one floor to another.
Was this helpful?Are these mats good choice for home gym on basement concrete floor? Are they slippery? If the area is open and I only want to setup part of the area, can these be hold still and not moving around? Can these mats stand some (not intensive) burpees and jumping w/o separation and damage?
Our MMA mats are great on concrete surfaces and are not slippery. The larger the covered area the better they will stay together when used for vigorous exercise. The more vigorous the exercise you may want to explore some of our rubber flooring options.
Was this helpful?What is the surface like—how much texture is there? I will be doing karate and don’t want to slip.
The surface of the 1" MMA Mat is textured to provide added grip when used for martial arts and other activities and is not slippery when dry. Do not practice on mats after cleaning until they have completely dried and clean any surface moisture (such as liquid spills or sweat) with a dry towel before continuing to practice.
Was this helpful?I need something that will be good to stand on while working at a tall table. Would this product provide that cushion? Be anti-fatigue?
Our 1" MMA Mats can be used as ergonomic flooring in trade show booths, at cash registers, and much more. These tiles are the perfect custom anti-fatigue mats/floors.
Was this helpful?I grapple on these mats occasionally with friends. What's the recommended disinfectant solution for these mats? Will 1:100 bleach solution be too corrosive for these mats?
Our Gym Floor Cleaner/Disinfectant would be the best option for disinfecting these mats, but you can use Lysol wipes or diluted bleach to clean these mats. You will want to follow the proper dilution instructions on the bleach bottle to properly disinfect the our 1" MMA Mats.
Was this helpful?Can this be installed on an uneven concrete floor? We are converting our garage into a playroom. We want to find something that can hold up to heavy use from young kids but can also cover over the concrete which has some spalling and pitting.
Our 1" MMA Mats can be installed over floors that aren't perfect. As long as the cracks and pits aren't too large, these tiles will go over them with ease. If the cracks are pretty large, you run the risk of the tiles becoming damage due to use. In those instances, we would recommend repairing the concrete before installing our tiles.
Was this helpful?Do the mats slide on carpet? If so, what can I use to secure its grip to the floor?
Our MMA Mats, under normal use, typically do not slip when placed over carpet. If during your workout, they were to move, we do recommend placing some double-sided tape under the tiles. This will help to keep them in place.
Was this helpful?So I bought these mats for a section of my garage around my punching bag but found that they slide around now when I'm hitting the bag, do you have any type of under sheet of grippy rubber to prevent slipping?
If you have movement with our 1" MMA Mats, we recommend placing some double-sided tape underneath the tiles to help keep them in place.
Was this helpful?I am using this for an indoor gym for preschool aged children. Do you have any stats or certifications regarding fall height?
Our 1" MMA Mats are not fall height rated. They do help to cushion falls but are not tested to the standards needed for fall height certification.
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