# Bike-Inspired Workouts The Chain Exercise Mat Puts You on the Path to a Better Workout By Alex Scott | Published 2010-03-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chain-exercise-mat References: [industrialdesignserved](http://www.industrialdesignserved.com/Gallery/CHAIN/326749) & [baitadesign](http://baitadesign.com) One of the biggest problems with doing [home exercise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenko) I've found is comfort. I think if I had something like the Chain Exercise Mat, I may be that much more motivated to do a workout routine at home. Conceived by Baita Design and inspired by the [Tour De France](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tour-de-france-indoor-bike), the Chain Exercise Mat is made from chromed stainless steel and high density molded foam to create an ergonomic, [all purpose fitness accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equipt-movement). Rather than doing crunches on a hardwood floor, the Chain Exercise Mat allows you to exercise from an elevated position and conforms to the shape of your back, allowing your routine to become more effective. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Home Exercise Equipment:** The trend of home exercise equipment is growing, presenting opportunities for innovative products that enhance comfort and motivation during workouts. - **Ergonomic Fitness Accessories:** The trend of ergonomic fitness accessories is on the rise, creating space for products that provide optimal support and functionality during exercise routines. - **Inspired by Sports:** A trend of fitness products inspired by popular sports, like biking, is emerging, offering opportunities to create unique workout experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fitness Equipment Manufacturing:** The fitness equipment manufacturing industry can explore disruptive innovations to design and produce home exercise equipment that offers improved comfort and motivation for users. - **Sports and Recreation:** The sports and recreation industry can tap into the trend of ergonomic fitness accessories to develop innovative products that enhance performance and user experience. - **Wellness and Lifestyle:** The wellness and lifestyle industry can benefit from the trend of sports-inspired fitness products by creating and promoting innovative workout routines that incorporate popular sports elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Decor-Matching Exercise Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/around-spinning-bike.md) - [Industrial At-Home Exercise Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athome-spin-bike.md) - [Total Connected Fitness Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myx-ii-plus-exercise-bike.md) - [Foldable Fitness Mat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sculpt-society-x-stakt-mat.md) - [Uneven Athletic Training Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobblefoam-by-optp.md) - [Immersive Futuristic Fitness Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ex8s-connect-bike.md) - [Stylish Space-Saving Exercise Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theo-exercise-bike.md) - [Comfort-Focused Stationary Bicycle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fit-bike-s.md) - [Stylish At-Home Workout Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeas-home-workout.md)