| The Right Yoga Mat for You | | | | Portability |
| One thing about yoga is you can do it practically | | | | A mat should be portable and easy to clean, as some |
| anywhere and at anytime. Having the right equipment | | | | yoga styles result in a lot of sweating. Considering a |
| can make the difference between a so-so yoga | | | | mat which allows for easy cleaning is important. |
| session and a great session. The yoga mat is an | | | | Portability is important in selecting a mat as well. |
| important tool to help you practice safely and | | | | Denser mats might be more durable, but are also |
| effectively. | | | | heavier to carry. If you do your yoga at home this |
| Yoga mats provide balance, comfort and stability to | | | | isn't a problem. If you attend classes then consider |
| enhance your yoga practice. A well chosen mat will | | | | lighter mats which are more portable and easily |
| help to create a space to rest and relax. Finding the | | | | carried. |
| best mat depends on the kind of practice and your | | | | Durability |
| present physical stature. | | | | You want to have a yoga mat that is going to last |
| Quality Yoga Mats | | | | more than a few yoga sessions, and here is where |
| A good mat will have five important qualities: support, | | | | durability comes into play. Buy a mat from a brand |
| stability, portability, durability, and eco-friendly. These | | | | that is crafted well and will last for several years. |
| will ensure your mat is the best for your well-being. | | | | Mats made of jute and/or rubber is recommended |
| Stability | | | | when durability is essential. |
| Your mat should prevent sliding and slipping when you | | | | Eco-Friendly |
| go through your postures. A sticky mat will solve this | | | | Lastly, your mat should be eco-friendly and made |
| problem and provide the stability you need. If you | | | | from a material such as cork, jute and natural rubber. |
| have a chance to test your mat before buying, lie | | | | Environment-friendly, recyclable and non-toxic yoga |
| down or sit on your mat to see how comfortable it | | | | mats can be a little more money but they are worth |
| feels. | | | | it when it comes to the environment. If you do get |
| Support | | | | an eco-friendly yoga mat, get one that is 99% latex |
| A mat should have enough padding to support you | | | | free. Latex has been known to provoke an allergic |
| and be the correct thickness and length to support | | | | reaction in some people. There are some companies |
| your body frame. The surface you practice on also | | | | that make a natural rubber mat made with a |
| determines the mat you'll need. Thicker yoga mats | | | | proprietary formula that is 99% latex free. The are |
| are better for such surfaces as wooden floors. | | | | also a little more money but worth it. |