Exercise mat for use with trx suspension training systems

Abstract

The Companion is an exercise mat that lies on the floor beneath the TRX Suspension Training System (TRX), and includes visual and/or tactile markings (such as numeric measurements) to indicate the proper placement of feet when exercising with the TRX. The mat facilitates correct placement of the feet in terms of proximity to the TRX anchor point to ensure safe and effective exercise technique and the proper degree of resistance as it pertains to body weight. Contours or ridges may also be provided on the mat in order to facilitate proper foot positioning.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . An exercise mat for use with a TRX Suspension Training System (TRX) comprising:
 a mat comprising a substantially flat structure having an upper surface; and   a plurality of markings positioned on the upper surface, the markings indicating the relative distance from an anchor point associated with the TRX.   
     
     
         2 . The exercise mat of  claim 1  wherein the mat is configured to be positioned directly beneath the anchor point. 
     
     
         3 . The exercise mat of  claim 1  wherein the mat is configured to be positioned a predetermined distance from the anchor point. 
     
     
         4 . The exercise mat of  claim 1  wherein the plurality of markings comprise numeric markings equally spaced from one another. 
     
     
         5 . The exercise mat of  claim 1  wherein the plurality of markings comprise numeric markings that are unequally spaced from one another. 
     
     
         6 . The exercise mat of  claim 5  wherein at least one marking further away from the anchor point is spaced closer together than another marking closer to the anchor point. 
     
     
         7 . The exercise mat of  claim 1  wherein the upper surface comprises a hygienic surface. 
     
     
         8 . The exercise mat of  claim 1  wherein the upper surface comprises a non-slip surface. 
     
     
         9 . The exercise mat of  claim 1  further comprising contours associated with the plurality of markings. 
     
     
         10 . The exercise mat of  claim 1  wherein the plurality of markings comprise both visual and tactile markings.