This is a guide to choosing the right yoga mat for you, based on your yoga style, lifestyle, priorities, and budget. Choosing the right yoga mat is crucial as it makes your practice more comfortable and enjoyable, among other things.
Comfort
Close your eyes for a moment and imagine lying on your yoga mat in Savasana position. Imagine your slow breathing, feel the air on your skin, and experience your body completely relaxed on a hard and cold floor! I know it’s an exaggeration, but I just wanted to highlight the importance of comfort in your practice. The thickness of the mat greatly affects this. A standard thickness might be around 3 or 4 millimeters, but I’ve seen options ranging from 2 mm to 6 mm.
Quality
This point is very, very important. When you invest money in a yoga mat, one of the things you think about is how long it will last. Of course, you wouldn’t want to spend too much on a mat that you have to replace every year. For this reason, it’s recommended to choose one that has a durability guarantee. The first thing you do when you want to buy one is ask those who have already purchased theirs to consider their experiences.
Traction
Have you ever seen someone slip and fall in a yoga class? Surely you have! And of course, it's logical that it happens, as
many times the cause is that we’re performing a balance pose that’s hard to hold. But to improve balance and focus on your breathing, as well as to avoid slipping on the mat due to sweat or friction, it's best to keep this in mind when buying one.
Environmentally Friendly
If you’ve made the decision to be “eco-conscious” in your lifestyle, and to help make the world a better place, then you’ll definitely want to buy an “eco-friendly” yoga mat. Keep in mind the material used to make the mat when you purchase it. Most mats are made of PVC (polyvinyl chloride), which is not recyclable and causes significant environmental damage and health risks during production, use, and disposal.
Weight and Size
Size and weight are factors you
should consider when buying your yoga mat. As mentioned earlier, think about how you’ll use it to determine the best weight for you. As for size, if you are tall, there are mats that are designed to fit you. There are also those who prefer a slightly wider mat.
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