When most people think about gymnastics mats, they focus on thickness, foam density, or folding design. However, one subtle factor can make a major difference between a safe landing and a slip, the surface texture. The texture of a gymnastics mat is far more than a design element. It defines...

When athletes practice tumbling, vaulting, or floor exercises, every landing tests not just their skill but the resilience of the surface beneath them. One crucial feature that determines a mat’s safety, comfort, and durability is compression recovery, the ability of a mat to regain its original shape after being compressed. While...