Treadmill Mat

All the resource you need for information about treadmill mats and why you need one.

If you are thinking about buying a treadmill or your already have one the, it is a wise decision to also buy a treadmill mat as well. A treadmill floor mat has many benefits that will help prolong the life of your exercise equipment. Not only does it work to protect your machine it also protects that surface or floor that your treadmill is placed on. The  treadmill has many moving parts that include the motor and walking belt  which need to be lubricated with oil to ensure they run smoothly. By placing a rubber treadmill mat underneath you are creating a protective layer that will prevent the dripping and spillage of lubricant oil staining your wooden floor or carpet.

As with any house or apartment you will always get dust particles collecting on  floor surfaces. By using a rubber  mat you will be able to reduce the amount of dust collecting underneath the base of the treadmill. This will help prolong the life and quality of the motor and belt.

Prolonging The Life Of Your Machine

One of drawbacks that people find when they do not use a floor mat for treadmill is that the vibrations caused by the motor and the pounding of the feet when someone is doing a workout can damage the surface of the floor or carpet. Therefore, by using an equipment mat you prevent your beautiful wooden floor from being scratched and dented.  Using a treadmill on a hard smooth, surface provides no absorption of the vibration caused by the motor and belt. This means that the frame of the treadmill takes the full force of the vibration and over time this will weaken the strength and sturdiness of the frame. Having a protective rubber mat between the floor and the base of the treadmill will act as a protective layer that will help to reduce the vibrations and prolong the life of your machine.

Noise Reduction

If you use a treadmill at home on a hard surface you will notice how noisy it can be. With the motor running and your feet pounding the belt this can make for quite a lot of noise. Unless you have  very understanding neighbors this can cause a nuisance especially, if you live in one of those city apartments with thin walls. By using  a thick treadmill equipment mat you will hear a real reduction in the noise as you do your workout and your neighbors will thank for it.

Many people think that having a soft carpet is enough to provide protection and reduce the vibration of their treadmill machine. Although a carpet will help with reducing the amount of vibration and noise it can actually increase the risk of damaging the motor and reduce the efficiency of the running belt. Carpets contain many micro fibres that will be sucked into the moving parts of the motor making it less efficient. Carpets are also notorious collectors of dust particles that will also help to clog the lubricated parts of your treadmill. Therefore, it is advisable that you use a fitness treadmill mat for carpet that is thick enough to protect the treadmills motor as well as preventing oil staining and pressure marks.

Protecting The Machine and Your Floor

If your treadmill is placed on a beautiful wooden floor you can preserve the stylish looks of the natural flooring by using  a clear treadmill mat. Most mats are made out of solid vinyl material that are quite durable. You can choose  different thicknesses depending on the size and weight of your treadmill. If you have a heavy machine or it is placed on a hard surface then using a heavy duty treadmill mat would be ideal to offer the best protection for your floor and exercise machine.

A rubber mat for treadmill can be purchased at most sports and fitness stores. They are also widely available on many sport equipment accessories stores online. A popular  product is the Supermats home treadmill mat range. Compared to the price of an electric treadmill or elliptical machine the cost of a treadmill elliptical mat is minimal. There is an extensive range available on Amazon where you can pick one up for around $50. You would have to agree that this is a small amount to pay compared to the cost of replacing a new treadmill motor or your stained carpet.