Velcro Connectors for Panel Mats: Safe, Gap-Free Seams Velcro connectors for panel mats (hook-and-loop strips) keep surfaces aligned so hands and feet don’t catch at seams. Here’s how to set them up, prevent gaps, and know when it’s time to replace worn strips for safer home practice. How Hook-and-Loop Connections...

Gymnastics Mat Firmness (ILD/IFD): How to Choose When you’re buying a home mat, gymnastics mat firmness matters as much as thickness. Firmness is typically measured as ILD/IFD foam—how many pounds of force it takes to compress the foam. Use this guide to match feel and tumbling mat thickness to the...