Buy a yoga mat for home and away

When you start yoga, you might quickly get the itch to do it more often. Initially, the class and the mat at the gym are enough, but later you'll want to practice at home as well. Or would you like to buy a yoga mat to take to the studio? That's certainly more hygienic. That way, you don't have to sit in the sweat of the person before you.

Buying a yoga mat online – what's important?

Thickness, material, design, and weight can all be important. What type of yoga do you practice, what are your tastes, and what else do you find important? These are the factors to consider.

Buying a thin or thick yoga mat

A thin mat (up to 3 mm) is often lightweight and therefore easy to carry. Such a mat offers a lot of ground contact and is therefore very suitable for exercises to train your balance standard mat is 3 – 4.5 mm thick and suitable for most types of yoga. Thick yoga mats They're ideal for yoga styles that involve prolonged lying in certain poses and extensive relaxation exercises. Think of restorative or Yin yoga, for example. Your body type also plays a role in choosing the thickness of your mat: if you have sensitive joints or prominent bones, an extra-thick yoga mat will provide more protection during seated and lying exercises. 

Combine a thin yoga mat with a non-slip towel

A thick yoga mat that your feet almost sink into gives you less contact with the ground. It's therefore much harder to hold challenging poses for extended periods that require you to balance your body. A thin or standard yoga mat gives you much better grip. If you need extra thickness for your other exercises, simply use a thicker one non-slip towel on your yoga mat.

The material of your yoga mat

A yogamat It should have some grip so it doesn't slide on a smooth surface and provides a good grip during your asanas. And, of course, a yoga mat should also be sturdy and durable. These factors depend on the material.

Buying a PVC yoga mat

PVC is a durable material that lasts a very long time. PVC yoga mats are therefore very suitable for intensive use in yoga studios and at home. Make sure the material is free of harmful plasticizers and dyes studio mats from Yoga-Mad They are manufactured according to Oeko-Tex standards and are therefore completely non-toxic. These mats last for about 10 years.

Buying a TPE yoga mat

TPE is a 100% biodegradable material that feels softer than PVC. While TPE is more environmentally friendly, it doesn't last as long as PVC. The estimated lifespan of a TPE yoga mat is about 5 years, but this naturally depends on the intensity of use. This beautiful and planet-friendly TPE yoga mat from Yoga-Mad you can buy it with a handy carrying strap.

Buy an eco yoga mat made of natural rubber with cork

If you're going all eco, the Samarali yoga mats For you. This mat is made entirely of natural materials, namely natural rubber and cork. It feels good and looks fantastic.

Buying a textile yoga mat

A non-slip towel and yoga mat It's multifunctional. Place it bare on the floor or on top of another mat. The towel stays securely in place. After yoga, you can use the towel in the sauna.

The style of your yoga mat

There's no accounting for taste, but it's important. With a mat that suits your style, you'll be more motivated to stick with your yoga routine. It also feels great to arrive at the yoga studio for a class in style!

Buy a yoga mat at the Yoga-Pilatesshop

Yoga-Pilatesshop sells mats from well-known brands Yoga-Mad, Fitness-Mad, Flowee, Yogi & Yogini, Samarali, STOTT PILATES and MerrithewThe quality of all these yoga mats is guaranteed. If you do have any complaints, our customer service will be happy to help you independent review site you see that customers rate our service and products with an average of 9. So you can buy a yoga mat without any risk at the Yoga-Pilatesshop.