| Everyone who has practiced yoga knows what a | | | | varieties of sizes, colors and thicknesses. They are |
| yoga mat is. But have you given much though to | | | | great to use because they absorb moisture and |
| choosing the correct mat. There are so many styles | | | | sweat. Practicing on these can be safer since they do |
| of yoga mats that it can be confusing to select the | | | | not get slippery due to moisture. When placing them on |
| correct one. With a little research and a little thought, | | | | a hard floor, be careful because they may slide. |
| you can choose the yoga mat that fits your level, your | | | | On occasions when it is difficult to bring a mat with |
| lifestyle and your budget. | | | | you, you can also use just the floor. Every once in |
| You can buy the basic foam mat. These mats are | | | | awhile, no mat works as well as a mat. The floor is not |
| generally made of PVC and tend to be the cheapest | | | | recommended for everyday use as a mat adds to |
| yoga mat on the market. They are durable, easy to | | | | your comfort and safety. However, it's free to use the |
| wash and can be found in many varieties. These kinds | | | | floor and you do not have to carry it with you. |
| of mats can also be used as camping pads. If you are | | | | Substitutes for yoga mats include yoga mitts. These |
| a green person, these are not the most | | | | are also called yoga paws. These are mittens for your |
| environmentally friendly. | | | | hands and feet so you can do yoga without a mat. |
| Sticky mats are very common and great for those | | | | They are very useful for those who travel and they |
| just starting. They often have symbols on them which | | | | come in a variety of sizes. They do tend to slip when |
| indicate proper positioning of your feet and hands | | | | you sweat so you should be careful of that. People |
| when doing yoga poses. This is a great tool for those | | | | who travel a lot can also buy travel mats. They are |
| just beginning to learn about yoga and the various | | | | lightweight and easy to fold and carry. |
| poses. Sticky mats are very light, reasonably durable | | | | Having a good yoga bag is essential. These |
| and can be toted around easily. You can find double | | | | multipurpose bags can fit all your yoga items. Yoga |
| thickness sticky mats which provide more cushion for | | | | mats, water bottles, extra clothes and towels are all |
| those who enjoy a more active form of yoga. | | | | items you can toss in your yoga bag. Perfect for work |
| Rubber mats are another type of popular yoga mat. | | | | and for vacation. |
| These can cost a little more but they have more | | | | Yoga mats are essential pieces of equipment if you |
| cushion and can be more comfortable to practice on. | | | | are going to practice yoga. You should choose a yoga |
| They also come in different colors and thicknesses. | | | | mat wisely. Consider your level of expertise, you |
| They are not the perfect choice for using outdoors as | | | | budget, your space and whether you will be carrying it |
| the sun can cause them to break down and peel. | | | | around with you. Buying the correct mat will make |
| Another good type of mat is one made from natural | | | | contribute to your enjoyment of yoga and your |
| fibers like cotton and hemp. These also come in many | | | | continued participation. |