Consider timber. A carpeted floor with extra padding is far superior for exercising compared cement or tile terrain. A hard surface is just that: hard on your joints. You will also regret lifting weights on a tile floor after you drop that first dumbbell. If you are saddled with the basement for necessary Exercise equipment for apartments space, purchase a few thick tangles. Placing a rubberized mat underneath your treadmill or other cardio equipment will protect the floor from sweat and oil