ProsourceFit
Extra Thick Exercise & Yoga Mat — 6mm
- ✓ The essential piece of kit — protects joints for all floor exercises
- ✓ 6mm NBR foam — right balance of cushion and stability
- ✓ Non-slip base — stays put on wood, tile and carpet
- ✓ 180cm × 61cm — comfortable for taller adults
- ✓ Includes carrying strap — store it rolled, take it anywhere
- ✓ Works for yoga, Pilates, stretching and bodyweight training
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Why a Mat Is the Only Essential
You don't need a gym membership. You don't need weights. You don't need a set of resistance bands, a pull-up bar, or a Peloton. The one thing that actually stops people exercising at home is discomfort — doing press-ups or crunches on a hard floor hurts your wrists, knees, and back, so you stop. A mat fixes that.
The ProsourceFit is our pick because it hits the practical requirements without overcomplicating it: 6mm of NBR foam is enough to cushion joints without being so thick that you lose stability in standing poses. The non-slip base keeps it in place on hard floors. At €16.67 it's genuinely cheap — less than one month of a gym membership.
If you only buy one thing from this list, buy the mat.
Getting the Most From Your Mat
Roll it out, don't fold it. NBR foam creases if folded repeatedly. Always roll it up (logo facing out) and store it with the carrying strap. Unroll it on a hard floor — carpet works but the mat grips better on wood or tile.
Orientation matters. Stand at the short end (or sit at it for floor work) so the full length runs away from you. At 180cm you have room from your head to well past your feet for most exercises.
Use it daily. The habit of rolling out your mat is part of the warm-up signal. Leave it somewhere visible — rolled up by the sofa or in the bedroom — so you see it every day.
Clean it after use. Wipe with a damp cloth and mild soap. Don't machine wash — air dry flat before rolling.
Double up for knees. If kneeling exercises are uncomfortable, fold one end of the mat under for extra padding where your knees are. NBR doesn't crease from short-term folding.
Honest Assessment
✓ What’s Good
- Protects your joints — the actual reason to buy it. Wrists, knees, spine all benefit from 6mm of cushion versus a bare floor
- Stays put — non-slip base grips hard floors without sliding mid-session
- Right thickness — 6mm is the sweet spot. Thin mats (3mm) don’t cushion enough; thick ones (10mm+) are unstable for balance work
- Good length — 180cm fits most adults without having to shuffle down for floor exercises
- Comes with a strap — easy to roll, carry and store; no buying a bag separately
- €16.67 — genuinely cheap. Less than two takeaway coffees
⚠️ Worth Knowing
- Not narrow enough for some yoga styles — 61cm width is standard but Yin and restorative yoga sometimes use wider mats
- Foam compresses over time — with daily heavy use (burpees, jumping) the 6mm will slim down after 12–18 months. At this price, replacing it isn’t a hardship
- Slight initial smell — NBR foam has a faint rubbery smell when first unrolled. Air it out for 24 hours before first use and it fades
- Not a substitute for knee padding — for anyone with knee joint issues, doubling up the mat or adding a separate knee pad for kneeling exercises is sensible
Product Specifications
- BrandProsourceFit
- Dimensions180cm × 61cm (71" × 24")
- Thickness6mm
- MaterialNBR (Nitrile Butadiene Rubber) foam
- BaseNon-slip textured bottom
- SurfaceMoisture-resistant, easy-clean top
- AccessoriesCarrying strap included
- Best forYoga, Pilates, stretching, bodyweight training, floor exercises
- Suitable forAll fitness levels — beginner to advanced
- Price€16.67 (Amazon.ie)
- Rating4.6 / 5 — 17,000+ reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Doing floor exercises without a mat puts direct pressure on joints — your knees, wrists, elbows and spine all take the load on a hard surface. That means pain, and pain means you stop. A 6mm mat removes the discomfort, which means you keep going. It’s the single most useful €16 you can spend on your fitness.
Yoga mats are typically 3–4mm and prioritise grip for balance poses. Exercise mats are 6mm+ and prioritise cushioning for bodyweight movements. The ProsourceFit at 6mm works for both — thick enough for press-ups and sit-ups, grippy enough for yoga and stretching. You don’t need to buy two.
Wipe down with a damp cloth and a small amount of mild soap after each use. Do not machine wash or soak — NBR foam absorbs water and is very slow to dry. Lay flat or hang to air dry before rolling and storing. A light clean after every session keeps it fresh and extends its life.
Yes — the carrying strap makes it easy to take outside. Use it on grass or a patio for outdoor sessions. Avoid leaving it in direct sun for long periods as UV can degrade the foam over time. Clean off any grass or grit before rolling it up.
6mm is fine for most exercises, but for direct kneeling (like mountain climbers or kneeling press-ups), fold the far end of the mat under your knees for extra cushioning. If you have significant knee issues, consider a dedicated knee pad for kneeling exercises, or modify those movements to avoid direct knee contact.
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