Expert Tips + Reviews + Advice

Interlock Rubber Tile Flooring - The Best Option for Do-It-Yourself Gym Flooring

Posted by Fitness Edge Exercise Equipment - 30+ Years in the Fitness Industry on 18th Jan 2024

Looking for the best do-it-yourself flooring option for your at-home gym? In our expert opinion...the best option is Interlock Rubber Tiles! Sold in 2' x 2' squares, these are a durable and simple solution for your gym flooring needs. At 8mm thick (5/16"), these rubber tiles provide protection against damaging your floor during lifts, and provide a good cushion, sturdy base, and clean look to your fitness space. They are also the easiest flooring option to install and customize to fit your … read more

Comparing the XR, XER, XIR, & XUR Matrix Fitness Consoles - Key Differences + Features

Posted by Fitness Edge Exercise Equipment - 30+ Years in the Fitness Industry on 12th Jan 2024

There are now four console options for the Home Cardio Line from Matrix Fitness, and Fitness Edge Exercise Equipment is here to help explain the differences between each console as clearly and concisely as possible! First a couple of notes regarding the consoles in general: 1.) This new generation of consoles are backwards compatible (except for the XUR Console). Meaning if you own an older generation frame, you can upgrade your old console to one of the new XR, XER, or XIR Consoles. 2 … read more

The Easiest Way to Maintain and Care for Your Treadmill!

Posted by Fitness Edge Exercise Equipment - 30+ Years in the Fitness Industry on 9th Jan 2024

Fitness Edge Exercise Equipment here with a simple, yet often overlooked maintenance tip to help maintain and extend the life of your current or future treadmill! It is very easy for dust and debris to build up under the motor cover of your treadmill...The simple task of cleaning this area out every month or two can really help extend the life of your machine! Dust and dirt build up can cause unnecessary wear and tear on important internal parts like the motor or lower board. The excessive amoun … read more