A yoga mat is a mat that practitioners put on the floor to protect themselves when practicing yoga. So no matter where you practice, a proper yoga mat is essential. Although most gyms now provide mats for public use. But having your mat is more hygienic. Let’s learn more about what you need to know about yoga store selection.

The 3 things you need to consider when picking a yoga mat.

1、Thickness and Weight of the yoga mat

Yoga mats come in a wide range of thicknesses, from thin models weighing only 2 pounds to thick models weighing up to 7 pounds. You can choose according to your actual needs. Different thicknesses have different effects.

①The thinner mat is ideal for you to practice your balance posture. It allows you to have a closer connection with the ground. Thus, it can increase the stability of the yoga style. Make your yoga posture more balanced and focused. But a thin mat will only provide you with little cushioning. Therefore, you may feel pain in the parts of your body that are in contact with the mat after a long workout.

②A thicker mat will give you extra cushioning. Thicker mats are more suitable for those workout styles with fewer poses and longer holds. A thicker mat will make your body more comfortable as you work your forearms and kneel. And it is more suitable for those who have knee pain or joint pain. But because it is thicker, it may be difficult to maintain balance when you stand.

③If you are not sure what thickness to choose, you can choose the thickness of 1/8 inch mat. Because this is the more standard thickness. Many people choose this thickness of mat when choosing. This thickness of the mat is in firm contact with the ground and will help you stay stable in various postures. And it will give you more mobility. They will also basically not get in your way when you transform from one pose to another.

2、Materials of yoga mat

There are three general materials for yoga mats: PVC, TPE, and latex. The two different materials will have an impact on the price, weight, grip, and durability of the mat.

①PVC is currently the most common material on the market. This mat is relatively cheap, and cost-effective, with good elasticity and slip resistance. However, the structure of open-cell foam leads to difficulty to clean and poor dirt resistance. It should be noted that the PVC material itself is safe, but it can not be degraded. Its biggest hazard is the toxic gas produced after burning. So don’t buy a poor-quality yoga mat made of secondary materials.

②TPE foam material is an environmentally friendly material. It does not contain chloride, does not contain metal elements, and is anti-static. Its biggest selling point is that it can be recycled and reused. TPE mat is lightweight, easy to carry, and clean. And it has good toughness and strong tension. And resilience, anti-slip, anti-tear, etc. are very superior. It is a material with high-cost performance in yoga. Compared with the PVC material yoga mat, the weight is about 300 grams lighter, easy to carry with you.

③Latex mat, made of natural latex, evaporated and molded. Because it contains countless pores, it has good breathability. And because the surface of the pores is smooth, mites and other insects can not be attached. Latex cushions are highly elastic, non-deformable, washable, and durable. It is also a good material for health. However, latex will oxidize faster if it is left in the air for a long time. And, latex allergies are not suitable for the use people.

3、Tips for choosing and purchasing yoga mat tips

After understanding the material and thickness, we have to learn to find the right yoga mat for ourselves. It is suggested that you can identify whether it is a good yoga mat by the following methods.
①smell. This is very simple, no details, no odor is good.
②observe the flatness of the yoga mat. Some rolled up and then spread out is difficult to restore flat.
③non-slip degree. The surface of the mat should have a dry feeling. If the mat foam residue is too much will have a slippery feeling. Then it is easy to slip and fall when doing exercises on it.
④resilience. Good resilience of the mat, moderate softness, and can quickly rebound. The test method is also very simple. Use your thumb and index finger to pinch the yoga mat, you can know it.
⑤much low-end yoga mat surface is easy to drop slag, hair and cracking. So we can use a rubber to try when buying, to see if the material is easy to break.

After knowing so much about the yoga mat selection, will you make a choice? You can make a choice based on some functional issues of yoga mats as mentioned above. Take action now! Make your workout more safe and fast.
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