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Using a mat for Insanity???

lynnmarsh52
lynnmarsh52 Posts: 116 Member
edited September 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I'm just about to start Insanity (still waiting for it to turn up - I live in Australia) and I was told it's best to use a mat to cushion your knees/ankles/back. I had a look on the website and thought they were quite expensive - could I use a 6mm (.25") yoga mat? Would that still have the same affect?

Hope everyone has a good day :o)

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  • shakemybooty
    shakemybooty Posts: 681 Member
    Just finished it up and I never used a mat. You're better off investing in good cross training shoes.
  • ChitownFoodie
    ChitownFoodie Posts: 1,562 Member
    Never needed a mat, just got really comfy shoes with shocks in them....and I have previously torn both of my ACLs
  • saintsbootcamp
    saintsbootcamp Posts: 10
    Ya a mat is not a good idea, just make sure you have good shoes for all the plyo. I suggest nike shox, they are awesome for jump training. Your gonna love to hate insanity! lol. It's killer and totally awesome! Good Luck♥
  • baisleac
    baisleac Posts: 2,019 Member
    Agree with everyone else... good shoes trump a mat for Insanity. I might use a yoga mat next time I do Cardio Recovery though as it's sort of yoga-ish.
  • lynnmarsh52
    lynnmarsh52 Posts: 116 Member
    Thanks all - very helpful! Was going to go ahead and buy a mat - good job I didn't!! I'll just go and get a new pair of Nikes instead. That will please the husband!! lol

    Have a good day :o)
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