yoga mats

Always get the best quality mat that you can afford. A good mat will last for years and provide better usage, while a cheap mat will degrade your practice.

Ask yourself:
Is it lightweight for carrying?
Will it hold up to repeated washings?
Would it keep my feet from slipping?
When I sweat, will the grip remain the same?
Will the mat remain on the floor and not stick to my feet?
Does the lifespan of the mat compare well with others?
Will particles like dust and lint shake off easily?


These are some of the questions that you can ask, and below are some of the comparison tests for determining quality:

The pinch test: Pinch the mat between thumb and forefinger to compare compression resistance.

The wet friction test: Simulate sweating by moistening your hand. Compare wet traction by bearing down laterally on the surface of the mat.

The quarter test: Compare samples by rubbing them with the edge of a quarter until the surface breaks down. The more strokes it takes before the surface breaks, the longer life the mat will have.

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