Lets Talk Yoga Mats

Yoga Discussion
#1

I started with a cheap 10 dollar yoga mat that I found at a local store, I bought it for a yoga class that I had to take for 1 credit in uni last semester. Anyway, I've been looking to buy a new one online but I'm realizing how many mats there are available. So my question: Does the mat matter? I'm looking at what seems like a great option but the price tag really puts me off (SEE URL BELOW)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078XJ1D5W/ref=crt_ewc_title_srh_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2V0UAASMLW3VH

Is it really worth putting the money out on a mat like this when you can stick with a basic 10 dollar one? Is it just a brand thing? The room I practice regularly in has wall-to-wall carpeting and I feel as if it could help with balancing a little more just by what it advertises. Has anyone used this before? I'm super skeptical about going off of amazon reviews.

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#2

I haven't used it yet.
Instead, I am using the mat which I purchased from Nest Bedding Coupons and it works fine for me.
well, I am not sure it's worth buying or not but if it's for me I never buy it.

#3

richart saying right i am also using mat which i purchase richard refer coupons codes and its work thanks richard for your help

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#4

If you have never used a matt you will find any matt good. I wish we could somehow try different matts before purchasing. The price would be less a concern if we knew we had a matt that was perfect for us!

#5

I had a jade yoga mat for a while. It was nice to practice on, but it wore out after one year and I have not got another jade since. It likely wore out because I left it in my car (out of a bag) in the sun and the rubber was falling apart. I didn't replace it because it was hard to clean. I have been using a manduka for the last 3-4years and I love it. They take some time to break in (slippery!) but after the first few sessions they are cushioned, don't slip, and hold up well.

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#6

It's helpful that you provide brand names and a review that is "real world". Much appreciated!

#7

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#8

If you're someone who does a lot of yoga, then your mat is going to be used a lot. In this case it's better a buy a mat that is of good quality. Not just that, if you're actually buying a good quality yoga mat, make it an eco- friendly one. Play your bit in saving the our environment, by not choosing PVC mats.
I've done my research and put together a list of eco-friendly mats that you might want to check out.
Hope it helps!
Namaste!

#9

Hi,I am currently researching yoga products and happened to find this post. I just bought Liforme and the Heathyoga mat you mentioned.
Liforme's mats really performance well, high-quality material, so the anti-slip performance is particularly good. But it's especially expensive, more than $150! I think it is more suitable for senior yogis.
I bought two mats from Heathyoga, TPE and PU, TPE mat, as mentioned above, eco-friendly, anti-slip performance is also good, more important is the alignment system, I think it is suitable for beginners; PU mat was a little more expensive, but PU is very suitable for hot yoga! The slip resistance plays well. Overall, I recommend Heathyoga because it is more cost-effective.
As you mentioned, I think if you plan to learn or practice yoga, then you need to buy a better yoga mat, try to choose non-slip and anti-shock materials, not PVC with poor performance and non-environmental protection, this is for you. There is no benefit in practice. In addition, you can consider a mat with the alignment system, which will help your practice.
By the way, I bought it on the official website of Heathyoga. Now the discount on the official website is a little more. I think it is more cost-effective.

#10

Do you have a local studio? Oftentimes, studios have loaner mats, which may let you try them. I know my studio has a couple of different mat choices made by a local mat manufacturing company. It's helpful to "try before you buy."

Personally, I love my Manduka Eko mat-that's my favorite, but I do have others and have reviewed several for my website. The thing that you have to balance is budget and the frequency of practice. You don't have to spend a mint on a mat to have the anti-slip you need. I got my Eko mat years ago on sale at TJMaxx. Point is, just try several.

#11

It actually depends how much you use it. Yoga mats varies from qualities. Some yoga studio have very good yoga mats they use. You should inquire on them.

#12

I don't think mat matters. As long as you enjoy yoga and it gives you an inner peace and control. https://armorservices.com/cincinnati-roofing-contractors/