Exercises practiced in this combat are punching and kicking. Players keep jumping to punch and kick each other. The surface on with the exercises are practiced has to be soft, cushiony and supportive. It should provide grip and also prevent the user from slipping and falling down. A Taekwondo mat is made keeping in mind needs of the game in mind.
It contains a thick layer of foam that works as a cushion. The foam provides support when the player lands on surface. It is a rubber product with no edges or mechanics. The rubber is use anti-skid and easy to wash. The soft rubber massages feet but it is hard enough to take much punishment from feet and footwear. Players can wear shoes but not spiked shoes as spikes can damage the rubber. A Taekwondo mat could be as long as 5' in length and 10' in width. The layer of foam could be up to 3" in thickness.
If you want to improve your self defense then you should practice martial art. Take training from a personal trainer and practice exercises at home. You can easily equip a corner of your home for practicing martial art exercises. All you need doing for practicing martial art at home is buying a quality Taekwondo mat.
It could be dangerous to practice martial art on a hard and slippery floor made from marble or tiles. Even grass or mud isn't safe for practicing martial art. It is only a Gym Foam mat with Taekwondo mat that can make a safe floor for martial art exercises.
60*60cm Gym Foam mat with 12,20,25,30,40mm |