This is a product for the thoughtful. Those that truly
But seriously, the Crash Cushions created by AbMat are an excellent option for anyone performing lifts like the snatch or clean and jerk and dropping the weights. They are durable, greatly reduce the noise that normally accompanies a barbell smashing into the ground, and will help preserve the equipment being used.
The Crash Cushions are made in the USA and sold in pairs. They cover 30″ x 24″ x 6,” which is plenty of space to drop a barbell and some plates on with ease. They also include a set of handles, which allows for easy transportation.
They are sturdy. The Cushions are firm and not filled with flimsy material like the pillows you’d buy from Wal-Mart. Each cushion is filled with “Dense Rebond Foam” and weighs 23 pounds. Thus, you can’t just kick them around and they most likely won’t budge when slamming weight on them. The vinyl that surrounds the foam is also rugged. 155 pounds of weight + barbell were left on the pair in the pictures for several days and worry began to sink in. A crease initially showed, but it went away relatively quickly.
The Crash Cushions will benefit the lifts like the snatch, clean and jerk, and power clean, where you drop to the ground from a decent height, the most. However, it’s also useful for lifts like bent-over rows where you are likely going to be setting the bar and weights back on the ground. In addition, it can be useful for exercises where you slam a med-ball or drop heavy sandbags.
Traditional deadlifts are a little tougher. You’ll either need to
Not only is this going to keep the neighbors or family inside the house happy, but it’ll help preserve your barbell and bumper plates. There is much less “rattling” when hitting the ground and ultimately less force. Your flooring will benefit as well.
In Conclusion, whether you
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