Does the foam in this mat have 'give' to it so that it is comfortable to exercise on? I had one with very little 'give', and not comfortable at all.
2002756
I would say yes it does have some give but does provide good support for tumbling
2002757
yes, very comfortable. I sleep on the pad every night and I sleep very well and comfortably
1703449
No, not like microfiber - I know that feels really weird when you sweat -- It is like a really thin, sort of worn wash cloth. That is the best way I know how to describe the texture of the mat. This is not to say that the mat is worn and not durable though. Love it, use it, and wash it once or twice a week for months now.
892545
I use the mat for jazzercise, we don't use it for jumping but do kneel on it and do planks on it so it does have some give to it. Thicker than some I have seen.
2175201
It is recommended if you find it is too sensitive for your skin, to put a thin shirt or sheet between your back and the mat. However, I find that with time, I've become accustomed to the "prickly sensation" and within a few minutes, the sensation goes away; the mat is easing the tension and one feels better after using it. Everyone will respond differently depending on their sensitivity and pain tolerance. I have a pretty good pain tolerance. Puncturing the skin is a pretty strong word and that hasn't happened. Hope this helps.
2271952
I've had mine now for about 6 months and really have no complaints on this product. I too am a big guy and for most part i never feel the mattress underneath. I have noticed , with use, that you tend, by weight, to gravitate to the middle of this foam cover. Overrall, i am satisfied with the product.
1335091
Not at all !! It is very comfortable and cushioned. You can, however, see the demarcation of the separate squares through the fitted sheet if that concerns you. It's not a problem for me.
165097
No, it's just regular foam. It was too hard for my husband to sleep on, he said it didn't hany give.
1362617
Yes, I just put a very thin layer of foam behind it to keep it from slipping...works great for me!
2091729
Not at all. Your feet feel well planted. Its surface is uneven and textured. The mat has suction underneath to hold it in place.
881636
I don't notice that it does. It is very firm, though. Not as cushiony as I had hoped.
912165
it grips as well as any mat I've used. if you're going to be sweating a lot, you might want to invest in grippy socks and/or gloves.
67117
It is fairly high density foam. I put a moderate amount of weight on it (equivalent to a little less than half my body weight) with no I'll effects. It is the same kind as can be found in any physical therapy office. It isn't hard and uncomfortable. Itis a tool to assist in sstretching and movementand should be treated as such. It probably wouldn't hold up to abuse and misuse but if used properly is plenty durable
913360
If you have clothes on, you will not feel very much from the pressure points. Personally, I did not see any results using this mat and I do not think it was this particular mat. I laid on it without any layer of clothing between the mat and my back, neck, head and feet (i.e., various positions) for several months and saw absolutely no results. Many people had positive results but for me, it was a waste of money.
394598
It does not seem to loose it's firmness. I guess if you sat or slept in one spot it may eventual get a dent, but mine has not yet. Keep it covered, clean and away from direct sunlight. The sunlight will breakdown the foam after a while so I keep it covered.
295815
No, it does not. The mat is thicker than an average yoga may, also. It would be nice to have a mat.
1818389
I have not used it in that way, but would suspect that it might be a problem with some sliding. The bottom surface of the mat is very smooth and I can slide my exercise cycle around on the carpet by grabbing the edges of the mat. A concrete surface might give it more stability, but with the jumping I think it might slide.
1489378
The foam is actually surprisingly firm on this trainer, as long as you keep a good grip. I haven't had any problems hurting my hands or ankles on it.