Updated: 5:07 PM EST Jan 13, 2021 Stefani Sassos, MS, RDN, CSO, CDN Registered Dietitian
Designing the perfect home gym is more important now more than ever. Before you start shopping for equipment essentials like dumbbells and kettlebells, a top quality workout mat is crucial and the foundation of your home fitness haven.
Experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute Wellness Lab evaluate countless fitness products year round to bring you the best of the best in terms of functionality and durability. They analyzed a variety of different exercise mats, zoning in on specs like thickness level, weight, cushioning, grip and aesthetics. Then, they put them to the test through a series of workout movements ranging from low-impact exercises like pushups and squats to high-intensity interval workouts featuring burpees and skater lunges.