You can’t expect to lose weight and keep it off without exercising. It’s as simple as that. You may have seen those TV commercials that promise you will lose weight while eating Pizza and Pasta, but in reality if you don’t burn more calories than you take in, you are not going to lose weight. So exercising is key here. But before you hurt your back like I have, you may want to invest in a exercise mat. Whether you are planning to do a whole lot of pushups or do some yoga, it’s definitely worth it to invest in a mat.

Here are a few top exercise mat that you should consider investing in:

Harbinger 340400 3 Part Exercises Mat: Harbinger 340400 3 Part Exercises Mat is a super mat for anyone interested in doing pushups and other workouts. It’s thick and provides your body with proper padding.

Manduka BlackMatPRO 71-Inch Yoga and Pilates Mat: if you are into Yoga, this is cool exercise mat that cushions spine, hips, knees, and elbows on hard floors, so you enjoy your sessions without hurting your body.

Ironman Tri-Fold Premium Exercise Mat: a favorite of mine, it is thick and effective in protecting your body against any damage while you are on the floor. It folds into 3 sections for easy storage and portability.

Harbinger 340100 Durafoam Exercises Mat 3/8″ x 24″ x 72″ (Black): a very effective yet affordable exercise mat that comes with double-sided, non-slip surface that prevent injuries. Very easy to carry as well.

Everlast Folding Exercise Mat: a 72-Inch by 24-Inch exercise mat that makes it easy to do all kinds of exercise on the floor without hurting your body.

Stamina Fold-to-Fit Folding Equipment Mat: a very flexible mat to put under your exercise equipment to avoid damages to your floor when working out.

Heavy Duty Equipment Mat: not an exercise mat per se, but if you have a piece of equipment on the floor, you may want to pick this up to protect your flooring.

Your take: what’s your favorite exercise mat?