How to Get the Right Yoga Mat

For many people, taking a yoga class or performing yoga exercises at home is part of a regular routine. Here are some tips on how to choose the right yoga mat.

Instructions

1. Consider the cost. There are many yoga mats available in a wide price range. Determine what your budget is for a yoga mat and stick to it.

2. Based on how large you are, determine what size yoga mat would be best for you. Yoga mats generally range from 60 to 75 inches, which will accommodate body sizes from child to adult. Longer yoga mats allow you to perform more yoga poses without having to adjust how you are standing on the mat.

3. Consider the material. You will want to select a yoga mat that can be put in the washing machine. You also want to pick a material that will help you have good traction while practicing on your yoga mat.

4. Consider the thickness. The thickness of your yoga mat should be thick enough to make practicing your yoga poses more comfortable while both standing and sitting. You also don't want it to be too thick, somewhere around a quarter of an inch is standard.

Resources

• Gaiam Yoga Products
• Manduka Yoga Mats
• Yoga Mats on sale
• Yoga Warehouse