Floor Surface for Cardio Suggestions

[rcbinmichigan]

I have my weights (including a machine with Smith bar and up/lower cables) in my basement, which is unfinished (cement floor). I do cardio upstairs on thick carpet, and drag my weights up for Cathe circuit workouts. I’d like to get something to put on the basement floor to make cardio safe, so I don't have to drag weights upstairs. What would be the best surface for that? This would be a temporary fix, as we plan to finish the basement this year--what finished surfaces should we consider since I workout on a portion of it (and also considering eventual resale value)?

Thanks for all your input in advance.

 

[val92083]

Hi...

Check out greatmats.com...several people here (including myself) have been using these. I love them. I do my cardio in a room with tile floor, and these have been a lifesaver. Home Depot sells the same type of thing a bit cheaper, but it's just called something other than greatmats.

I hope this helps.

Veronica

 

[Debbie5363]

You could buy a cheap rug at Linen's and Things to hold you off until the basement is finished. I like the mat idea that someone suggested, but not sure if that is expensive.

 

[rcbinmichigan]

Cathe Cardio Enthusiasts--mats safe?

Are these mats safe enough for Cathe Cardio (plyometrics)? The website wasn't specific about that. What good surfaces do you Cathe cardio enthusiasts use?

 

[Stargazer]

RE: Cathe Cardio Enthusiasts--mats safe?

Hi rcb, I workout on a raised platform. The place I live is concrete block floor and my knees were feeling the stress. I have a platform that measures 6' x 8' (which is the absolute minimum size for Cathe - i'd love a 10' x 10'.) It is 3/4" plywood on a frame of 2 X 4's. If you can build something like this, I recommend it. The difference on your joints is amazing, especially for plyo-type moves.
-joy