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Pilates Exercise Mat

Pilates Exercise Mat

A new form of pilates, called mat pilates, is becoming more and more popular among pilates fans.  While old styles of pilates required heavy exercise machinery to stretch and tone your body mat pilates requires simply the use of a pilates exercise mat.  These mats are designed to provide support and comfort for individuals during their workout.  Mat pilates requires individuals to sit, stand or lay on the floor as they stretch and tone their muscles.  Performing all of these difficult exercises on a mat is actually beneficial for your body and helps to protect your body from damage and relieve stress to hot spots during the exercises.  There are many different types of pilates mats available so each individual is bound to find the perfect pilates mat for their routine. 

Foam: The most popular type of pilates exercise mat is generally made from a foam that is derived from PVC.  These mats come in a variety of colors and thicknesses which provide many different comfort and support levels.  These type of mats are fairly durable and easy to hand wash when they get dirty or sticky.  They become sticky as you workout and sweat because perspiration is not absorbed by the foam.  However the stickier the mat is the more support and stability the mat will provide for exercises that require balance and core strength. 

Rubber: Another type of pilates exercise mat is made from rubber and are extremely similar to foam mat.  Rubber mats are great for comfort because they are cushiony and thick.  They are also great at providing support because rubber already has a tendency to stick to skin especially when it is wet with perspiration.  Rubber mats are one of the most expensive type of mat; however, they do last the longest.  Rubber mats are extremely durable and resistant to the wear and tear of daily use.    

Cotton: The last type of pilates exercise mat is the least popular; however, it is highly beneficial. Cotton pilates mats are made from 100% natural cotton to help keep you and the environment healthy.  Additionally these mats are great for transportation and they can even be washed, unlike any other type of mat.   Cotton mats also come in a variety of thicknesses and color patterns so that individuals are bound to find the perfect cotton mat for their style and workout routine.